Quality Technician: Lean & Process Improvement

Ariens Co.; Fayetteville (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

AriensCo in Fayetteville, TN seeks a Quality Technician to support manufacturing quality through audits, inspections and problem solving. You will work with production and engineering to improve process capability and reduce defects, ensuring compliance with design and customer requirements.

Starting pay is $20 per hour with a $2 shift differential. 2nd shift runs 3:00 PM–1:30 AM, Mon–Thu, with overtime as needed at Fayetteville Plant 6. Training and advancement opportunities are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Certificate or Diploma in quality tech or 3–6 months related experience.
• ASQ certification preferred.
• Knowledge of measurement terminology and scales; reading blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily Process Audits to ensure processes follow Ariens standards.
• Complete Product Audits to verify design intent.
• Carry out problem solving using 8D and A3 methods.
• Eliminate waste using Lean Manufacturing Tools.
• Inspect components against CAD specifications and print specs.
• Support quality improvements and PPAP/A SPC communications.

Skills

Measurement basics

Problem solving

Quality concepts

Education

Quality Technician Certificate/Diploma or 3–6 months related experience

ASQ Certification preferred

Tools

Measuring tools (calipers, height gauges)

Surface plate layouts

Job description

AriensCo in Fayetteville, TN seeks a Quality Technician to support manufacturing quality through audits, inspections and problem solving. You will work with production and engineering to improve process capability and reduce defects, ensuring compliance with design and customer requirements.

Starting pay is $20 per hour with a $2 shift differential. 2nd shift runs 3:00 PM–1:30 AM, Mon–Thu, with overtime as needed at Fayetteville Plant 6. Training and advancement opportunities are emphasized.