1st shift Quality Technician

SAELENS LLC; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

SAELENS LLC in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Quality Technician to support our CNC machining operations. This role is ideal for someone looking to move into a quality-focused position from a CNC or manufacturing background.

You will receive training on quality processes and work with machinists to ensure parts meet specifications, while maintaining a clean, organized workspace and contributing to production goals.

Qualifications

• Experience as CNC operator, machine operator, or in manufacturing is required.
• Basic mechanical aptitude is required.
• Strong attention to detail is required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect parts using calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Verify parts meet print specifications and quality standards.
• Support machinists and operators with quality checks.
• Assist with basic machine setup (tools, materials, fixtures).
• Help troubleshoot production or quality issues.
• Follow and reinforce standard work instructions.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area (5S).
• Work with team members and supervisors to meet production goals.

Skills

CNC operator experience

Machine operator experience

Manufacturing experience

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Description

Quality Technician

Location:

Milwaukee, WI

Employment Type:

1st shift (6:00am to 2:30pm). Flexible, plus some weekends as needed.

Authorization:

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Job Summary

We are hiring a Quality Technician / Manufacturing Technician to support our CNC machining operations.

This role is ideal for a CNC operator or manufacturing employee who wants to move into a quality-focused role. If you take pride in making good parts and catching issues early, we will train you on the quality side.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect parts using calipers, micrometers, and gauges
• Verify parts meet print specifications and quality standards
• Support machinists and operators with quality checks
• Assist with basic machine setup (tools, materials, fixtures)
• Help troubleshoot production or quality issues
• Follow and reinforce standard work instructions
• Maintain a clean and organized work area (5S)
• Work with team members and supervisors to meet production goals

Requirements

Qualifications Required:

• Experience as a CNC operator, machine operator, or in manufacturing
• Basic mechanical aptitude
• Strong attention to detail

Preferred (not required):

• Experience using measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges)
• Blueprint reading
• Quality inspection experience

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to move from production into quality
• On-the-job training provided
• Stable, growing company
• Clear path for advancement into setup, programming, or quality roles

Work Environment

• Manufacturing / CNC machine shop
• Standing, walking, and lifting as needed
• Team-oriented environment