Quality Technician - 2nd Shift

MPI Products LLC; Town of Deerfield (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting wage $25+/hour

2nd shift premium $1.00

OT shift premium $1.50

Vacation time

Attendance bonus

Health/dental/vision insurance after 1

10 Holidays

401k with company match

Safety glasses/shoes stipend

Apprenticeship program support

Job summary

MPI Engineered Technologies, located in Deerfield, WI, seeks a dedicated Machine Operator (2nd Shift) to join a growing precision metal fabrication team. The role emphasizes learning, ownership of product quality, and collaboration with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams.

You will work on the production floor, inspecting materials and products, identifying defects, and helping implement improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in quality control, inspection, or related environments preferred.
• Ability to document information accurately and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Identify defects and quality concerns on materials and processes.
• Inspect raw materials, in-process components, and finished products to ensure quality.
• Communicate quality issues promptly and collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams.
• Use inspection tools and quality systems to evaluate products and record results.
• Support continuous-improvement efforts and corrective actions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality mindset

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Inspection tools

Measurement equipment

Job description

MPI Engineered Technologies - Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

MPI Engineered Technologies, located in Deerfield, WI, is a growing U.S.-owned precision metal fabrication company with a proud history dating back to 1969. With manufacturing operations in Indiana, Wisconsin, and Mexico, MPI serves a diverse customer base in the hydraulic pump, commercial truck, agriculture, medical, and automotive industries while continuing to expand into construction and markets.

At MPI, we believe our employees are the foundation of our success. We are committed to providing a safe, team-oriented environment focused on quality, innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. Our Deerfield facility offers employees the opportunity to work with advanced manufacturing technology while contributing to products that support industries across North America.

If you are motivated, dependable, and looking to grow your career with a stable and forward-thinking manufacturing company, we encourage you to apply and become part of the MPI team.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

• Starting wage of $25 per hour, more depending on experience
• Second shift premium of $1.00, OT shift premium of $1.50
• Straight shifts, Monday thru Friday, 2:00pm - 10:30 pm
• Vacation time
• Attendance bonus program which earns time off.
• Medical, dental, vision insurance first of the month after 30-days.
• 10 Holidays.
• 401k first of the month after 60-day, company match vested on day one.
• $200 yearly for safety glass and safety shoes.
• 100% financial support to grow within an Apprenticeship Program in the skilled trades.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

• You don't need to walk in knowing everything. You do need to be willing to learn, ask questions, speak up when something doesn't look right, and take ownership of the quality of the work happening around you.
• Identify defects, inconsistencies, trends, and potential quality concerns.
• Inspect raw material, in-process components, and finished products to ensure they meet established quality requirements.
• Communicate quality issues promptly rather than allowing a known problem to continue through the process.
• Work directly with Production, Engineering, and Quality to investigate problems and determine appropriate next steps.
• Help troubleshoot defects and participate in root-cause investigations.
• Use inspection tools, measurement equipment, and quality systems to evaluate products.
• Accurately document inspection results and maintain required quality records.
• Help determine whether problems are isolated issues or signs of a larger process concern.
• Support corrective actions and follow up to ensure identified issues are addressed.
• Participate in continuous-improvement efforts focused on reducing defects and improving consistency.
• Reinforce quality expectations and help employees understand why those standards matter.
• Support the development and improvement of quality procedures and processes.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Pays attention to details and notices when something doesn't look right.
• Doesn't just identify a problem-they want to understand what caused it.
• Is comfortable asking questions and respectfully challenging something when it doesn't make sense.
• Takes ownership and follows through.
• Is comfortable spending significant time on the production floor.
• Can communicate quality concerns clearly and professionally.
• Works effectively with employees at different levels of the organization.
• Can balance attention to detail with the realities of a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Is willing to learn new products, processes, equipment, and quality standards.
• Understands that quality is everyone's responsibility and is willing to help reinforce that mindset.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in quality control, quality assurance, inspection, manufacturing, or a related environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of inspection methods and measurement tools.
• Ability to accurately document information.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team.

PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS:

• Vision correctable to 20x20 in both eyes
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 40-50lbs