Quality Technician

Super Steel, LLC; Mequon (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & vision

401(k)

Paid Holidays

PTO

Job summary

Super Steel, LLC in Mequon, WI, is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Technician to join our production team on the shop floor. You will perform inspections on raw materials, welded assemblies, and finished parts, reading blueprints and using precision tools to ensure dimensions meet customer specifications.

This role offers hands-on problem solving, documentation of results, and collaboration with production to resolve quality concerns, all in a fast-paced manufacturing environment powered by

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous quality inspection or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Familiarity with precision measuring equipment and basic inspection tools.
• Basic understanding of dimensional measurements, tolerances, and general mathematics.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify quality concerns.
• Comfortable documenting inspection results and preparing basic technical reports.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently as well as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and apply ISO 9001:2015 quality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality inspections on raw materials, components, weldments, and finished products throughout the manufacturing process.
• Conduct dimensional inspections on parts coming off laser cutting, press brake, machining, and welding operations.
• Complete first article inspections, dimensional layouts, and other required quality checks.
• Perform visual weld inspections to verify workmanship and conformance to specifications.
• Measure paint thickness and inspect finished products for appearance and quality requirements.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and customer specifications to verify product requirements.
• Use precision measuring equipment such as calipers, height gauges, tape measures, squares, straight edges, thread gauges, and bore gauges.
• Document inspection results, maintain accurate quality records, and communicate findings to appropriate team members.
• Identify nonconforming materials or products and work with production teams to investigate and resolve quality concerns.
• Assist with quality improvement initiatives and verify corrective actions.
• Support internal quality requirements and ISO 9001:2015 standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Quality inspections

Detail oriented

Documentation

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Calipers

Height gauges

Tape measures

Squares

Bore gauges

Job description

Super Steel, located in Mequon, WI, is an ISO-9001:2015 certified, industry-leading, Tier One, full-service serial production supply partner to global blue-chip Original Equipment Manufacturers. As a trusted strategic partner, we specialize in the production of complex weldments and turn-key finished products that meet precise quality standards.

Our full-service metal fabrication and supply solutions help Fortune 500 customers reduce overall costs while meeting demanding reliability, strength, and performance expectations. Our capabilities include cutting, forming, machining, welding, coating, and assembly, all under one roof.

Position Overview

Super Steel is looking for a detail-oriented Quality Technician to join our team! In this role, you'll play an important part in ensuring our products meet customer specifications and quality standards throughout the manufacturing process.

You’ll work directly on the production floor, performing inspections and measurements on metal components, welded assemblies, and finished products. From checking dimensions and inspecting welds to verifying paint thickness and overall appearance, you’ll help identify potential issues and ensure quality is built into every stage of production.

This is a great opportunity for someone with manufacturing or quality inspection experience who enjoys hands‑on work, problem‑solving, and working with precision measuring equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform quality inspections on raw materials, components, weldments, and finished products throughout the manufacturing process.
• Conduct dimensional inspections on parts coming off laser cutting, press brake, machining, and welding operations.
• Complete first article inspections, dimensional layouts, and other required quality checks.
• Perform visual weld inspections to verify workmanship and conformance to specifications.
• Measure paint thickness and inspect finished products for appearance and quality requirements.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and customer specifications to verify product requirements.
• Use precision measuring equipment such as calipers, height gauges, tape measures, squares, straight edges, thread gauges, and bore gauges.
• Document inspection results, maintain accurate quality records, and communicate findings to appropriate team members.
• Identify nonconforming materials or products and work with production teams to investigate and resolve quality concerns.
• Assist with quality improvement initiatives and verify corrective actions.
• Support internal quality requirements and ISO 9001:2015 standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous quality inspection or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Familiarity with precision measuring equipment and basic inspection tools.
• Basic understanding of dimensional measurements, tolerances, and general mathematics.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify quality concerns.
• Comfortable documenting inspection results and preparing basic technical reports.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently as well as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and apply ISO 9001:2015 quality requirements.

Benefits

Super Steel offers a competitive benefits package, including:

Health Coverage

• Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA): Monthly pre‑tax reimbursement toward an individual health insurance plan. Reimbursement amounts are based on employee age, with additional monthly allowances of $272 for a spouse and $135 per child.
• Dental and vision insurance through Delta Dental.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

Additional Coverage

• Voluntary short‑term disability and long‑term disability insurance.
• Voluntary life and AD&D insurance.

Retirement & Time Off

• 401(k) retirement plan.
• 9 paid holidays annually.
• PTO.

Benefits Eligibility

• Most benefits begin the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
• 401(k) eligibility begins the first of the month following 90 days of employment.

Why Work at Super Steel?

• Established company: Join a stable manufacturing organization with over 100 years in business and long‑standing Fortune 500 customers.
• Hands‑on experience: Work with a variety of metal fabrication, welding, machining, and finishing processes.
• Variety of inspections: No two projects are exactly alike. You’ll work with different components, assemblies, and customer specifications.
• Quality matters: Play an important role in ensuring products meet demanding customer and industry standards.
• Growth opportunities: Continue developing your technical knowledge and quality inspection skills.