Quality Assurance Technician

Alexandria Industries; Alexandria (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

EAP

PPE Reimbursement

Job summary

Alexandria Industries in Minnesota is seeking an experienced quality control technician with a focus on machining. You will work with SPC data, inspect parts, and help ensure product quality across extrusion, fabrication, and machining areas.

The role emphasizes 3+ years of machining production experience, GD&T proficiency, and collaboration with Set-up teams. Expect comprehensive benefits and a stable, safety-focused work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Associates degree in Machine Tool Technology or related field preferred
• 3+ years of machining production experience
• Knowledge of SPC and quality assurance practices
• Strong GD&T and blueprint-reading skills

Responsibilities

• Verify part conformance to customer specs using inspection tools and SPC data
• Collaborate with setup, die shop, and toolmakers to develop processes
• Audit quality systems in extrusion, fabrication, and machining areas
• Maintain records of test results and calibration data
• Train operators on measurement systems and equipment
• Provide data analysis and long-term performance studies

Skills

SPC knowledge

QC practices

Computer skills

Safety awareness

Measurement equipment usage

Communication skills

Coordination & project management

Math skills

Blueprint reading & GD&T

Education

High school diploma

Associates degree in Machine Tool Technology

Tools

CMM operation

PC-DMIS software

Job description

Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following description of work to be performed by this individual is not intended to be all-inclusive. Rather, it focuses on the major tasks that must be accomplished.

• Ensure that safety is always the number one priority at Alexandria Industries; promote and support a safe work environment and safety-oriented culture by following all safety programs and guidelines
• Work with Set-up employees, Applications Specialists, Die Shop, and Toolmakers to develop processes with SPC and verify data to assure part quality during set-up and production runs
• Carefully determine daily conformance of parts to customer specifications using inspection tools, blueprints, control plans, and SPC data
• Work closely with operations employees to retrieve data to improve processes and procedures
• Audit the quality system in the extrusion, fabrication, and machining areas to verify compliance
• Communicate with supervisors, operators, managers, and other departments as required regarding product quality issues
• Download data, print charts, verify data, and approve product for shipment
• Develop and utilize accurate, user-friendly programs to help verify product to meet customer quality requirements as needed
• Work to shorten all QC checks using SPC as basis, to minimize equipment downtime
• Maintain proper records of test results
• Train operators in use of measurement system and equipment, including capabilities of different measurement equipment types
• Provide data analysis and management for the department including long-term performance studies and capability studies using AEC’s measurement systems and procedures
• Take appropriate measures to improve quality levels
• Assist in maintaining and operating calibration system
• Keep work area clean and orderly using 5S (standardize, sustain, sort, set in order and shine)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent degree
• Associates degree in Machine Tool Technology or related program preferred

2. Experience:

• 3+ years of machining production experience

3. Other required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC)
• Ability to establish quality assurance (QC) practices
• Strong computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to recognize safety concerns
• Ability to utilize the proper inspection and measurement equipment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong coordination, judgment, and project management skills
• Basic math skills
• Strong blueprint reading skills with a good understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
• Knowledge and understanding of CMM operation
• An understanding of PC-DMIS CMM software is helpful

BENEFITS

• A.I. Family Health & Wellness Clinic - Free to all employees
• Group Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• 401(k) Company Match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Basic Live Insurance
• Short Term & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Accident, Hospital & Critical Illness Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Volunteer Hours (8hrs. per year)
• Company Provided Work Uniforms
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PPE Reimbursement

The anticipated pay range for this position is $19.00 - $31.22 hourly. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job- related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Preferred

Associates or better in Machine Tool.

Experience

Required

3 years:

Machining Production Experience

Equal Opportunity Employer

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