Automotive Quality Lab Technician – Precision & Improvement

Standex Engraving Group; Fraser (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Standex Engraving Group in Fraser, MI is seeking a Quality Lab Technician to support product quality on the shop floor and in the lab for automotive interior trim components.

The role involves routine inspections, testing, data collection, and collaboration with production and engineering teams to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement. Automotive experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or technical certification preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in quality, laboratory, inspection, or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Automotive manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily quality inspections and testing on production parts in both the manufacturing area and quality laboratory.
• Conduct visual, dimensional, and functional inspections to verify conformance to customer and engineering specifications.
• Operate and utilize quality lab equipment such as calipers, gauges, peel testers, and 3D scanning equipment.
• Collect, record, and maintain inspection and testing data accurately within quality documentation systems.
• Inspect outgoing product to ensure only conforming material is released to customers.
• Identify, label, and segregate non-conforming material and support proper containment and disposition activities.
• Assist with root cause investigations and corrective actions related to customer complaints, internal defects, and production concerns.
• Monitor recurring defect trends and support improvement activities on the production floor.
• Support quality audits, layered process audits, and customer audit preparation activities.
• Assist in maintaining quality standards and compliance with IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 requirements.
• Collaborate closely with production, engineering, and leadership teams to address quality concerns and improve manufacturing processes.
• Support launch activities and production ramp-ups for new or existing programs.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and calibration awareness within the quality lab environment.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing scrap, improving efficiency, and enhancing product quality.
• Follow all safety procedures, work instructions, and company policies.

Skills

Calipers

Gauges

Peel testers

3D scanning

Inspection methods

Root cause analysis

SPC

Documentation

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Analytical thinking

Lean Manufacturing

Injection molding

Lamination

Automotive interiors

Math skills

Computer skills

Learning mindset

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

Technical certification

Tools

Quality lab equipment

Job description

Standex Engraving Group in Fraser, MI is seeking a Quality Lab Technician to support product quality on the shop floor and in the lab for automotive interior trim components.

The role involves routine inspections, testing, data collection, and collaboration with production and engineering teams to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement. Automotive experience is preferred but not mandatory.