{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"40c35fa6c95a9dfefb7b9c3e","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/40c35fa6c95a9dfefb7b9c3e","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/40c35fa6c95a9dfefb7b9c3e","title":"Quality Technician","description":"Technique is looking for a Quality Technician 1 to join our team at our Jackson, Michigan facility. This position reports to the Quality Manager in the Quality department. The Quality Technician 1 will inspect and measure components and finished products to determine compliance with engineering requirements, create and maintain records, data, and metrics for quality assurance, and assist with dispositioning nonconforming product. This role also develops procedures and processes for quality system compliance, leads quality and continuous improvement projects, and works with customers and vendors on quality-related issues in coordination with account managers and the purchasing department.\r\nResponsibilities\r\nInspect and measure parts – Inspect and measure components and finished products to determine compliance with engineering requirements using precision measurement equipment.\r\nCreate and maintain quality records – Create and maintain records, data, and metrics containing all pertinent information necessary for quality assurance.\r\nDisposition nonconforming product – Assist with dispositioning nonconforming product and issuing Quality Alerts as needed.\r\nDevelop procedures and coordinate quality compliance – Develop procedures, processes, and coordinate efforts for quality system compliance.\r\nLead continuous improvement projects – Participate in and lead quality and continuous improvement projects with a goal of continuous process, system, and product improvement.\r\nWork with customers and vendors – In coordination with account managers and the purchasing department, work with customers and vendors on quality-related issues and to develop and improve product.\r\nProgram and operate CMM software – Complete basic or beginner-level programming of PolyWorks and additional CMM software; use optical comparator, protractor, radius gages, and feeler gages.\r\nUse handheld measurement devices – Teach and use handheld measurement devices such as micrometers, calipers, height stands, and related tools.\r\nPrepare process inspection plans – With assistance, prepare process inspection plans (control plan check sheets) addressing customer-identified special or key characteristics and determine appropriate inspection methods and frequency.\r\nNavigate E2 and maintain job documentation – Log time in E2, log in and out of jobs, navigate E2 to find information related to current, future, or past jobs, and understand in-process data sheets, job folders, job travelers, and receiver numbers.\r\nMaintain safe and organized work area – Follow all safety procedures and rules including PPE requirements, keep work area clean and organized (5S), understand product flow and proper staging areas, and complete all required safety training including lockout/tagout, First Aid/CPR/AED, and hazardous communication.\r\nMulti-task across concurrent projects – Manage multiple projects and jobs simultaneously, demonstrating a sense of urgency, positive attitude, and ability to adapt to schedule changes and shifting priorities.\r\nRequirements\r\nAssociate's degree preferred in engineering technology or other technical field; equivalent combination of education and experience considered.\r\nThree to five years of hands-on experience in quality control related to manufacturing or engineering.\r\nBeginning knowledge and working experience utilizing GD&T.\r\nExperience in an ISO 9000 environment.\r\nExperience with laser inspection (PolyWorks), surface plate & height gages, profilometers, optical comparators, thread gages, pin gages, micrometers, calipers, bore gages, and angle gages.\r\nExperience with SPC (Minitab) and calibration (GAGEpack) preferred.\r\nRoot-cause analysis skills and understanding of problem-solving tools (5-why, fishbone).\r\nProven ability to read blueprints and understand component and assembly prints/part drawings.\r\nStrong communication skills (verbal and written) and strong computer knowledge (Microsoft Office).\r\nDeadline and detail-oriented with strong time management skills; ability to multi-task on various projects simultaneously.\r\nAbility to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally; specific vision abilities required including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.\r\nComfortable working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to fumes or airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, moving mechanical parts, industrial equipment, vibration, and elevated noise levels.\r\nNo travel expected for this position.\r\nMust be eligible to work in the United States by means of U.S. Citizenship, Work Visa, or H1B sponsorship.\r\nPosition Type and Expected Hours\r\nThis is a full-time non-exempt position with a minimum of 40 hours per week, with overtime as needed. Days and hours required may vary. Flexibility is required.\r\nAbout Technique\r\nTechnique is a Michigan-based precision sheet metal and welded assemblies manufacturer serving aerospace, defense, automotive, motorsports, medical, and food processing industries. We specialize in high-speed prototypes, ultra-low volume stampings, tubing, and assemblies for production and emergency-based manufacturing. Our employees enjoy a work culture that values safety, integrity, teamwork, learning opportunities, and results.\r\nBenefits\r\nPaid Time Off\r\nHealth Insurance\r\nDental Insurance\r\nVision Insurance\r\nLife Insurance\r\nDisability Insurance\r\nHealth Savings Account\r\nFlexible Spending Account\r\n401(k)\r\n401(k) Matching\r\nProfessional Development\r\nReferral Program\r\nPaid Training\r\nOn The Job Training\r\nEmployee Assistance Program\r\nTuition Reimbursement\r\nPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.\r\nTechnique is an equal employment opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Technique","rawCompany":"technique","city":"Lees Summit","state":"MO","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-06-22T01:16:29.120Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-3051.01","title":"Quality Control Systems Managers","slug":"quality-control-systems-managers"},{"code":"19-4099.01","title":"Quality Control Analysts","slug":"quality-control-analysts"},{"code":"51-9061.00","title":"Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers","slug":"inspectors-testers-sorters-samplers-and-weighers"}],"industries":[{"code":"332710","title":"Machine Shops","slug":"machine-shops"},{"code":"332721","title":"Precision Turned Product Manufacturing","slug":"precision-turned-product-manufacturing"},{"code":"333517","title":"Machine Tool Manufacturing","slug":"machine-tool-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Quality Technician","description":"Technique is looking for a Quality Technician 1 to join our team at our Jackson, Michigan facility. This position reports to the Quality Manager in the Quality department. The Quality Technician 1 will inspect and measure components and finished products to determine compliance with engineering requirements, create and maintain records, data, and metrics for quality assurance, and assist with dispositioning nonconforming product. This role also develops procedures and processes for quality system compliance, leads quality and continuous improvement projects, and works with customers and vendors on quality-related issues in coordination with account managers and the purchasing department.\r\nResponsibilities\r\nInspect and measure parts – Inspect and measure components and finished products to determine compliance with engineering requirements using precision measurement equipment.\r\nCreate and maintain quality records – Create and maintain records, data, and metrics containing all pertinent information necessary for quality assurance.\r\nDisposition nonconforming product – Assist with dispositioning nonconforming product and issuing Quality Alerts as needed.\r\nDevelop procedures and coordinate quality compliance – Develop procedures, processes, and coordinate efforts for quality system compliance.\r\nLead continuous improvement projects – Participate in and lead quality and continuous improvement projects with a goal of continuous process, system, and product improvement.\r\nWork with customers and vendors – In coordination with account managers and the purchasing department, work with customers and vendors on quality-related issues and to develop and improve product.\r\nProgram and operate CMM software – Complete basic or beginner-level programming of PolyWorks and additional CMM software; use optical comparator, protractor, radius gages, and feeler gages.\r\nUse handheld measurement devices – Teach and use handheld measurement devices such as micrometers, calipers, height stands, and related tools.\r\nPrepare process inspection plans – With assistance, prepare process inspection plans (control plan check sheets) addressing customer-identified special or key characteristics and determine appropriate inspection methods and frequency.\r\nNavigate E2 and maintain job documentation – Log time in E2, log in and out of jobs, navigate E2 to find information related to current, future, or past jobs, and understand in-process data sheets, job folders, job travelers, and receiver numbers.\r\nMaintain safe and organized work area – Follow all safety procedures and rules including PPE requirements, keep work area clean and organized (5S), understand product flow and proper staging areas, and complete all required safety training including lockout/tagout, First Aid/CPR/AED, and hazardous communication.\r\nMulti-task across concurrent projects – Manage multiple projects and jobs simultaneously, demonstrating a sense of urgency, positive attitude, and ability to adapt to schedule changes and shifting priorities.\r\nRequirements\r\nAssociate's degree preferred in engineering technology or other technical field; equivalent combination of education and experience considered.\r\nThree to five years of hands-on experience in quality control related to manufacturing or engineering.\r\nBeginning knowledge and working experience utilizing GD&T.\r\nExperience in an ISO 9000 environment.\r\nExperience with laser inspection (PolyWorks), surface plate & height gages, profilometers, optical comparators, thread gages, pin gages, micrometers, calipers, bore gages, and angle gages.\r\nExperience with SPC (Minitab) and calibration (GAGEpack) preferred.\r\nRoot-cause analysis skills and understanding of problem-solving tools (5-why, fishbone).\r\nProven ability to read blueprints and understand component and assembly prints/part drawings.\r\nStrong communication skills (verbal and written) and strong computer knowledge (Microsoft Office).\r\nDeadline and detail-oriented with strong time management skills; ability to multi-task on various projects simultaneously.\r\nAbility to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally; specific vision abilities required including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.\r\nComfortable working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to fumes or airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, moving mechanical parts, industrial equipment, vibration, and elevated noise levels.\r\nNo travel expected for this position.\r\nMust be eligible to work in the United States by means of U.S. Citizenship, Work Visa, or H1B sponsorship.\r\nPosition Type and Expected Hours\r\nThis is a full-time non-exempt position with a minimum of 40 hours per week, with overtime as needed. Days and hours required may vary. Flexibility is required.\r\nAbout Technique\r\nTechnique is a Michigan-based precision sheet metal and welded assemblies manufacturer serving aerospace, defense, automotive, motorsports, medical, and food processing industries. We specialize in high-speed prototypes, ultra-low volume stampings, tubing, and assemblies for production and emergency-based manufacturing. Our employees enjoy a work culture that values safety, integrity, teamwork, learning opportunities, and results.\r\nBenefits\r\nPaid Time Off\r\nHealth Insurance\r\nDental Insurance\r\nVision Insurance\r\nLife Insurance\r\nDisability Insurance\r\nHealth Savings Account\r\nFlexible Spending Account\r\n401(k)\r\n401(k) Matching\r\nProfessional Development\r\nReferral Program\r\nPaid Training\r\nOn The Job Training\r\nEmployee Assistance Program\r\nTuition Reimbursement\r\nPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.\r\nTechnique is an equal employment opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","datePosted":"2026-06-22T01:16:29.120Z","dateModified":"2026-06-22T01:16:29.120Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Technique","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Lees Summit","addressRegion":"MO","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"40c35fa6c95a9dfefb7b9c3e"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/40c35fa6c95a9dfefb7b9c3e"}}