Quality Technician-Night Shift

Steffes; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive medical plan

Dental and Vision Insurance

401K matching

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays + Personal Days

Disability Insurance

Paid Military Leave

Education Assistance

Paid Paternity Leave

Paid Jury Duty Leave

Virtual Physical Therapy

Job summary

Steffes is seeking a Quality Technician to conduct inspections per the Quality Management System, ensuring materials meet specifications before release. You will participate in audits, collect and manage inspection data in ERP, and support calibration and tool management.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 1+ years of manufacturing experience, strong communication, and basic math skills. On-site position with Steffes’ quality-focused culture and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic and advanced math skills required.

Responsibilities

• Be knowledgeable in critical manufacturing processes: fabrication, welding, assembly, painting.
• Learn and apply the Steffes QMS.
• Perform inspections (First article, final, and receiving).
• Read and interpret customer drawings, tolerances, specs.
• Record inspection data in ERP; manage nonconformances and calibrations.
• Calibrate tools/devices; handle calibrations with third parties.
• Provide quality training across the organization.
• Assist in quality audits with customers and internal teams.
• Communicate cross-functionally about product/process conformity.
• Maintain a collaborative, safe, and positive work environment.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Mathematics

Self-motivation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Internet

Job description

The primary role of the Quality Technician is to complete inspections as defined by the Steffes Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure products meet internal and external requirements before they are released to the customer.

• Competitive Low Deductible/Low Out-of-Pocket Medical Insurance Plan
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous 401K matching
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays + Paid Personal Days
• Employer-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Military Leave
• Education Assistance Program
• Paid Paternity Leave
• Paid Jury Duty Leave
• Employer-paid Virtual Physical Therapy Program

Key Responsibilities

• Be knowledgeable in critical manufacturing process: fabrication, welding, assembly, paint.
• Become knowledgeable on the Steffes Quality Management System (QMS).
• Conduct inspections as required: First article, final, and receiving inspections.
• Reads, understands, and communicates information pertaining to customer drawings, tolerances, specifications, etc.
• Utilize the Steffes Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system for recording data related to inspections, nonconformances, and tool/device calibrations.
• Conduct tool and device calibrations which includes managing tools sent to third parties.
• Manage requests submitted for tools/devices.
• Deliver quality training to all parties of Steffes organization.
• Measure and scan material/parts under the direction of Quality Engineering.
• Participate in projects related to quality assurance, quality control, and/or quality improvement.
• Participate in customer, internal, and/or external quality audits.
• Effectively and professionally communicate cross-functionally in the organization as relating to product and process conformity.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in collaborative manner with customers, suppliers,co-workers, and management.
• Helps company meet its Strategic, Quality and Safety objectives.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Job Requirements/Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1+ years work experience in a manufacturing environment
• Basic computer knowledge – Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, Internet
• Effective oral and written communication skills, intermediate interpersonal skills.
• Spelling and reading skills (Basic instructional and technical information)
• Basic and advanced math skills
• Self-driven, flexible/adaptable, and able to effectively manage time, priorities, and resources

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Functional & Cognitive Requirements of Position

• This position requires walking, sitting or standing to a significant degree.
• Must have the ability to lift 70 pounds from floor to waist, carry 50 pounds, and push and/or pull up to 100 pounds.
• Must have the ability to climb ladders and/or stairs.
• Stooping, crouching, kneeling and bending.
• Handling, feeling, and gripping would be required for some activities.
• Visual acuity is required to inspect work completed.
• This role may be subject to internal and external environmental conditions.
• Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, make timely decisions in the context of a workflow, ability to communicate with visitors, ability to complete tasks in situations that have a speed or productivity quota.

Core Values:

Trust: We promote growth and long-term success by making wise decisions with trust as an essential component.

Respect: We unleash creative talents of our diverse workforce by treating each other the way we would like to be treated.

Teamwork: We believe people achieve much more by working together.

Integrity: We follow through and keep our word while being open, honest, ethical, and fair.

Safety: We view our co-workers as family members of our business and strive to ensure safety for all.

Humility: We recognize and appreciate strengths and contributions beyond one’s self. We are modest, genuine, and authentic.

Core Expectations:

Customer Service - Demonstrate excellent customer service and display a positive attitude and behavior consistent with the Steffes Code of Conduct and Core Values.

Environmental, Health, Safety (EHS) – Perform work in compliance with EHS training and identified procedures/standard work. Report any EHS incident or concern to your supervisor immediately. Cooperate and contribute to the overall success of the EHS program.

Quality – Participate in job-specific training. Complete work as indicated by standard work, processes, and/or procedures. If your work can’t be completed as required, notify your supervisor immediately for guidance.

Conduct - Demonstrate and support the Steffes Code of Conduct.

Policies and Procedures - Demonstrate and support Steffes Policies and Procedures by:

• o Using tact, sound judgement, and maintaining a professional attitude in communication and relationships with others.
• o Striving to deliver the best quality in daily work.
• o Promoting a positive image of Steffes and its products.
• o Being timely and punctual in attendance and following all policies and procedures.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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