Senior Quality Technician
About The Position
The Senior Quality Technician performs quality inspections and testing on machined parts in an on-site machine shop environment. The role conducts first-piece, in-process, and final inspections; operates and calibrates precision measuring equipment; interprets engineering drawings and GD&T; and maintains inspection records and quality documentation. The technician identifies and quarantines non-conforming material, supports MRB efforts, assists with root cause analysis and corrective and preventive actions, and works with machinists and engineers to resolve quality issues and ensure compliance with standard operating procedures. The position is located in Johnson Creek, Wisconsin, and is scheduled for first shift, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with flexibility and some weekends as needed. Work is typically on-site in a machine shop and involves frequent time on the production floor. The employee must be able to stand for long periods, walk, lift up to 30–50 pounds, and wear PPE such as safety glasses and steel-toed shoes. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- 1–3+ years of experience in quality control or inspection in a metal machining or manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in interpreting blueprints and GD&T.
- Ability to detect minor defects or deviations from specifications.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to determine the root cause of defects.
- Ability to communicate technical issues clearly to production staff and management.
- Ability to stand for long periods, walk, and lift up to 30–50 pounds.
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in a technical field such as machine tool technology, engineering technology, or quality assurance.
- CMM programming experience, such as with Zeiss, Keyence, or Mitutoyo equipment.
- Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel for data analysis, and quality management software.
- 1–3+ years of experience working on or with CNC machines and robotic cells.
- Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015, IATF 16949, and Statistical Process Control (SPC).
- Experience with APQP, PPAPs, Gage R&R, and capability testing, including AIAG-related experience.
- Strong mechanical understanding of parts and assemblies, including the ability to assess, disassemble, and reassemble precision instruments.
Responsibilities
- Conduct first-piece, in-process, and final inspections of machined parts using precision measuring instruments.
- Operate and calibrate precision tools, including calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, optical compactors, and Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM).
- Interpret complex engineering drawings and blueprints, including GD&T.
- Maintain detailed inspection records and compile and submit quality documentation, including First Article Inspection (FAI) reports and PPAP packages.
- Identify, document, and quarantine non-conforming material and participate in Material Review Board (MRB) efforts.
- Assist engineers with Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) to reduce defects.
- Collaborate with machinists to resolve quality issues and ensure compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
