Quality Technician
About The Position
Life Fitness / Hammer Strength is hiring a Quality Technician I in Ramsey, Minnesota. This on-site, hands-on role helps ensure fitness equipment meets quality, safety, and performance standards before reaching customers. The technician works throughout the manufacturing operation, inspecting and testing products, documenting results, and partnering with production teams to identify and resolve quality issues. The schedule is Friday through Sunday, 5:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The role works 36 hours and is paid for 40 hours. The listed starting pay range is $21.50–$26.00 per hour, depending on experience. The position is non-exempt and eligible for overtime under applicable law, and it is eligible to participate in the Production Bonus Plan. The posting also lists an annual salary range of $43,200–$61,200 for U.S. applicants; actual pay may vary based on qualifications and location. The company describes a comprehensive benefits package for full-time team members, along with access to an on-site fitness center. Benefits eligibility is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Basic computer skills.
- Ability to read and understand drawings, specifications, and written work instructions.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify problems or inconsistencies.
- Team-oriented approach and ability to communicate findings clearly.
- Willingness to learn the products, inspection processes, and quality standards.
- Ability to walk frequently between assembly lines, paint lines, and weld areas.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, sit, kneel, twist, reach overhead, and use hand tools as needed.
- Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds, with some lighter tasks performed continuously.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Previous quality inspection experience.
Responsibilities
- Inspect products during production and at final assembly to ensure they meet requirements.
- Compare finished products against work orders, drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
- Check paint and weld quality for defects or other issues.
- Perform functional tests to verify products operate correctly.
- Inspect finished products for appearance, proper assembly, missing components, and overall quality.
- Verify safety and regulatory labels are present, correct, and properly positioned.
- Assign product serial numbers once all inspection requirements are met.
- Complete inspection records and communicate daily quality findings.
- Work with production team members to identify and resolve quality or functional issues.
- Participate in continuous improvement activities as needed.
Benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with 4% employer match
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Parental, medical, and military leaves of absence
- Paid time off, including 12 paid holidays
- Paid vacation beginning at 13 days annually
- Paid sick leave as provided under applicable state and local laws
- Company-paid short-term disability and optional long-term disability
- Health savings account
- Health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts
- Employee and dependent life insurance, supplemental life, and AD&D insurance
- Hospital indemnity
- Identity protection
- Legal services
- Adoption assistance
- Tuition assistance
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts
- Employee assistance program with free counseling sessions
- Access to an on-site fitness center
- Potential additional compensation through the Production Bonus Plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
