Quality Technician (2nd Shift)

Milwaukee-Tool; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) savings plan

On-site food and coffee service

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool is hiring a Quality Technician I to ensure product quality on the production floor. You will perform audits, operate test equipment, and document quality results while supporting other shifts and cross-functional teams.

You will read blueprints, manage inspections, and contribute to continuous improvement. A High School diploma or GED is required, with 1+ years of quality experience or 3+ years in manufacturing. Milwaukee Tool offers strong benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years quality experience or 3+ years manufacturing experience required.
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Problem solving, interpersonal skills, and ability to manage interruptions.
• Hands-on skills and ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Understanding of metrology fundamentals, GD&T (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Perform daily audits of manufacturing processes to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Operate test lab equipment (tensile/ hardness testers, metallurgical equipment) and metrology tools.
• Use CMM/VMM measuring machines and handheld gauges to support measurements.
• Create Quality System documentation (inspections, NCMRs, quality alerts).
• Complete dimensional inspections of incoming raw materials.
• Navigate document repositories to locate inspection reports and blueprints.
• Support and mentor operators; cross-functional communication across shifts.
• Contribute to gage R&R studies and process improvements.

Skills

Communication

Blueprint reading

Problem solving

Teamwork

Math & statistics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMM

VMM

Tensile testing

Job description

Job Description:INNOVATE WITHOUT BOUNDARIES! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success - so we give you unlimited access to everything you need to provide technical solutions on our Manufacturing Quality Team.Behind our doors you'll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to support the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you'll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen.Year after year, our team continues to make significant breakthroughs in the industry. We’re just getting started. To learn more about our story click HERE .Your Role on Our TeamThe Quality Technician I will be responsible for ensuring the quality of all products produced meet agreed upon standards and expectations.The Quality Technician I will demonstrate the ability to put people and process first at all times to ensure Milwaukee Tool’s unwavering devotion to a robust quality culture. This position is the standard bearer for who we are and the obsession we have with being the market leader in Hand Tools. A Quality Technician I is charged with overseeing the quality of the production floor. The ability to effectively communicate to the team is crucial to the continued success and development of the personnel and equipment managed. Through resourcing of timely product inspections and audits, the Quality Technician I position is tasked with the short- and long-term success of the Manufacturing Quality Team.You’ll be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:Key contributor of the manufacturing quality assurance organization by performing daily audits of the manufacturing process to ensure all products and processes are abiding by the specifications and standards set by the leadership teamsUser of test lab equipment such as tensile/torsion testers, hardness testers, metallurgical equipment (cut/mount/polish, optical and stereo microscopes), and other various test equipmentOperate CMM and VMM measuring machines and user of handheld devices such as calipers, micrometers, height/snap/pin gauges and other various devices to support metrology needsInitiate Quality System documentation, such as Inspections, Non-Conforming Material Reports (NCMR’s), and quality alertsComplete dimensional inspections of incoming raw materialAbility to navigate document repository web page to locate inspection reports, blueprints and other quality documentsParticipate in gage R&R studies as neededSupport and mentor manufacturing operatorsEffectively communicate across shifts and weekend work within internal teams and cross-functional teamsSupport Operator instruction/ training on new procedures or techniquesPerform basic math; fraction to decimal conversion, arithmetic and units of measure conversion, and basic statisticsConsciously abide by all safety policies and procedures to create a safe working environmentOther duties as assignedThe TOOLS you’ll bring with you:High School or GED diploma required1+ years of previous quality experience or 3+ years of manufacturing experience requiredBasic understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, and Microsoft OutlookExcellent oral and written communication skillsAbility to navigate technology such as computer, tablet, and printer systemsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamAbility to read blueprintsProblem solving abilities, interpersonal skills, and the ability to manage interruptions is requiredProven hands-on skills and ability to follow detailed instructionsOther TOOLS we prefer you to have:Understanding of metrology fundamentals, GD&TWe provide these great perks and benefits:Robust health, dental and vision insurance plansGenerous 401 (K) savings planEducation assistanceOn-site food and coffee serviceAnd many more, check out our benefits site HEREMilwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.