Quality Technician

Masterbilt Inc; South Bend, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Masterbilt Inc. in Indiana is seeking a Quality Technician to ensure the quality of raw materials, purchased components, and production parts throughout the manufacturing process.

You will represent the quality department to internal and external customers, participate in continuous improvement efforts, and maintain proper documentation, calibration, and equipment gauges to support Masterbilt’s goals. Candidates should have at least two years in manufacturing/metrology, strong attention to

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in manufacturing and metrology
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Skills: attention to detail, ability to read prints/ GD&T, proficient Excel, lean manufacturing awareness, good communication

Responsibilities

• Quality Assurance: Inspect incoming materials and components; test during and after production; ensure conformance with print specs.
• Operational Maintenance: verify calibration and perform preventive maintenance on measuring equipment; coordinate repairs.
• Safety and Professional Development: follow safety procedures and pursue ongoing learning

Skills

Attention to detail

CNC principles

Excel

Communication skills

Blueprint interpretation

Lean manufacturing

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

The Quality Technician plays a crucial role in ensuring the quality of raw materials, purchased components, and production parts throughout the production process. Serving as a representative of the quality department to both internal and external customers, the Quality Technician actively participates in continuous improvement efforts for the quality system. This position is essential for maintaining safety and quality standards, proper documentation, and the maintenance of equipment and gauges to support Masterbilt’s business goals and objectives.

Essential Job Functions & Expected Outcomes

Quality Assurance

• Inspect incoming materials and components.
• Test and inspect parts during and after production to determine product acceptance.
• Use calipers, micrometers, manual and digital gauges to ensure conformance with print specifications and established quality standards.
• Coordinate external calibrations and perform internal calibrations on simple gauges.
• Interpret part blueprints, material specifications, engineering plans, and geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).

Operational Maintenance

• Follow existing policies and procedures, reporting any changes or improvements to Leadership.
• Analyze data and review part history to evaluate the reliability of source information.
• Resolve testing/inspection problems by checking measuring equipment and communicating issues as appropriate.
• Verify calibration and perform preventive maintenance on measuring equipment, troubleshooting malfunctions, and coordinating repairs as needed.

Safety and Professional Development

• Adhere to all safety procedures and regulations.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading technical publications.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years in manufacturing and metrology experience.
• Skills:
  • Strong attention to detail and fundamental knowledge of CNC machining/manufacturing principles.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of lean manufacturing principles.
  • Ability to work independently and follow directions closely.
• Certifications: Not applicable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ISO 9001 requirements; familiarity with AS9100 and ISO 13485 is a plus.

Behavioral Competencies

• Leadership and Collaboration: Demonstrates solid collaboration skills, ability to listen and implement ideas, and work effectively with others.
• Adaptability: Versatile and flexible, able to handle multiple projects and tasks, and adaptable to help the organization grow.
• Core Values: Exhibits safety-focused behavior, tenacity, hard work, selflessness, teamwork, peaceful coexistence, patience, and perseverance.

Physical Requirements

• This position may involve standing, walking, bending, reaching, and use of hands and fingers.
• Ability to lift and/or move items up to 50 pounds.

Environmental Conditions & Travel

• Regular exposure to an office and manufacturing environment with moderate noise levels.
• Occasional requirement to wear suitable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as safety glasses, while in manufacturing departments.