Precision QA Inspector & Process Improver

Saint-Gobain; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Rise Building Products, part of Saint-Gobain, in Mankato, MN is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician who focuses on detail and hands-on problem solving to ensure products meet quality standards. You will inspect, test, and collect data, and partner with production, maintenance, and engineering to improve manufacturing processes.

This role emphasizes safety, calibration management, and documenting quality activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree or quality education preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, quality inspection, or quality assurance preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret specifications, procedures, and quality documents.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with measurement tools and basic computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection and testing of incoming raw materials to verify compliance with quality standards.
• Manage the flow of nonconforming materials, ensuring timely review and disposition.
• Coordinate and maintain calibration schedules for quality measurement equipment.
• Utilize statistical process control methods to monitor product quality and process performance.
• Conduct routine quality inspections, testing, and verification activities.
• Support product trials by performing measurements, inspections, and data collection.
• Process product and quality deviations in accordance with established procedures.
• Ensure manufacturing and quality procedures are followed consistently.
• Review and verify that required quality documentation is completed accurately and on time.
• Initiate and support corrective and preventive actions to address quality concerns and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Data collection

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Measurement tools

Calibration schedules

Job description

Rise Building Products, part of Saint-Gobain, in Mankato, MN is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician who focuses on detail and hands-on problem solving to ensure products meet quality standards. You will inspect, test, and collect data, and partner with production, maintenance, and engineering to improve manufacturing processes.

This role emphasizes safety, calibration management, and documenting quality activities.