Quality Technician- 1st Shift (Sheffield, Iowa)

Resources Sukup Gear; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Sukup Manufacturing Co. is seeking a Quality Inspector to ensure products meet rigorous quality standards throughout manufacturing.

The role focuses on in-process and final inspections, data documentation, and supporting CAPA initiatives to minimize defects. Ideal candidates have a technical certificate or associate degree in quality/manufacturing and 1–3 years of quality/inspection experience in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Technical certificate or associate degree in Quality, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in a quality control or inspection role in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in the use of standard inspection tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-process and final inspections of manufactured parts/products using measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.).
• Perform quality tests and checks according to control plans, engineering drawings, and work instructions.
• Monitor production processes and ensure adherence to quality standards and specifications.
• Identify, document, and report non-conforming products or processes; assist in containment and corrective action efforts.
• Support root cause analysis and implementation of corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Maintain accurate inspection and test records using manual logs or digital quality systems.
• Calibrate and maintain inspection equipment to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Assist in internal and external audits (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949) and help prepare necessary documentation.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to improve product quality and reduce scrap or rework.

Skills

Attention to detail

Record-keeping

Problem solving

Quality orientation

Education

Technical certificate or associate degree in Quality/Manufacturing or related field

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

This individual will support our manufacturing operations by ensuring products meet company and customer quality standards. This role is critical in inspecting, testing, and documenting quality-related data throughout the production process to help maintain high standards of product integrity and compliance.

• Technical certificate or associate degree in Quality, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred.


• 1-3 years of experience in a quality control or inspection role in a manufacturing environment.


• Proficient in the use of standard inspection tools and equipment.


• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.


• Knowledge of quality systems (ISO 9001, IATF 16949) and basic statistical process control (SPC).


• Strong attention to detail, record-keeping, and problem-solving skills.


• Experience with quality software, ERP systems, or CMMS is a plus.

Job Duties:

• Conduct in-process and final inspections of manufactured parts/products using measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.).


• Perform quality tests and checks according to control plans, engineering drawings, and work instructions.


• Monitor production processes and ensure adherence to quality standards and specifications.


• Identify, document, and report non-conforming products or processes; assist in containment and corrective action efforts.


• Support root cause analysis and implementation of corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).


• Maintain accurate inspection and test records using manual logs or digital quality systems.


• Calibrate and maintain inspection equipment to ensure accuracy and compliance.


• Assist in internal and external audits (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949) and help prepare necessary documentation.


• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to improve product quality and reduce scrap or rework.

Working Conditions:

• May involve standing for long periods and lifting light to moderate materials.


• Use of PPE and compliance with all safety standards is required

It is, and will continue to be, the policy of Sukup Manufacturing Co. to practice a program of equal employment designed to assure that all employment decisions and advancement opportunities are made available to all employees and applicants on the basis of individual qualifications and without unlawful regard to race, religion, veteran status, national origin, disability, age or sex.

In addition to providing equal employment opportunities, it is also our policy to provide an environment free from unlawful harassment, including sexual harassment. Any alleged violation of this policy will be investigated and disciplinary action will follow as required.

Immigration Sponsorship: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. Sukup Manufacturing Co. is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time unless explicitly annotated within the individual job posting.