Quality Technician - Second Shift
7 days ago
Elkhorn
Job Description Job Summary: As a Quality Technician at Reader Precision Solutions, your role is vital for ensuring precise and excellent products. You will conduct detailed inspections, use precision measuring tools, and interpret prints to meet design specifications. Collaborating with production teams and engineers, you will address quality concerns, identify deviations, and maintain accurate records. Ensuring equipment calibration and contributing to continuous improvement are key responsibilities. If you're detail-oriented, have strong analytical and communication skills, and a passion for maintaining high-quality standards, this position allows you to apply your experience and make a significant impact in our commitment to excellence. Shifts Available: 2nd Shift: 3:00PM - 11:30PM Essential Duties & Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Quality Inspection: • Conduct thorough inspections of machined parts and components to ensure they meet specified quality standards., • Utilize precision measuring tools and equipment to verify dimensions, tolerances, and other quality parameters., • Interpret and accurately read engineering drawings, prints, and specifications., • Maintain detailed and accurate records of inspection results, deviations, and corrective actions taken., • Work closely with production teams, engineers, and other departments to address quality concerns and implement continuous improvement initiatives., • Ensure that inspection equipment and measuring tools are properly calibrated and maintained., • Adhere to established quality control procedures and protocols., • 2+ years of previous experience in a quality role, preferably in a machine shop environment., • Proficiency in reading and interpreting prints and technical drawings., • Familiarity with precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and optical comparators., • Ability to operate CMMs, vision systems, round test, surface testing equipment, and all other inspection tools & equipment as may be required., • Understanding of quality management systems and standards., • Detail-oriented with the ability to accurately follow work instructions., • Good computer skills with proficiency & accuracy in performing data entry., • Effective decision making and problem-solving skills with a drive for results., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • A collaborative mindset that focuses on teamwork., • A positive attitude and exceptional aptitude for growing your skills., • Ability to effectively multi-task and prioritize time-sensitive projects/tasks according to changing schedules and tight timeframes., • Knowledge of basic mathematics (arithmetic & geometry) as well as basic knowledge of advanced statistical techniques and related application to a process, • Vision corrected to 20/20. RPS team members enjoy a challenging & fast-paced work environment in a high-tech manufacturing facility named one of the TOP WORKPLACES by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel THREE YEARS IN A ROW (2022, 2023 & 2024) and the 35th Annual Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year. Our work environment is extremely clean, well lit, organized (5S), & climate-controlled. In addition, our team thrives in a supportive culture that provides engaged leadership, ongoing recognition for performance results, & a great benefits package. • Competitive wages (paid weekly on Thursday's), • 8% of base pay shift differential (2nd & 3rd shift), • Benefits begin the month following 30 days of employment: health insurance with points based, holistic wellness program, dental, life, & disability insurance, • Partnership with a near site local clinic for FREE health services including primary & preventative care, walk in visits, labs, prescriptions, etc., • FREE vision insurance!, • 401(k) retirement savings plan with up to 4.5% company match (immediately vested!), • Vacation accrual starts upon hire - accrue up to 2.5 weeks in first year!, • 9 paid holidays with up to two discretionary holidays each year, • Education assistance up to $5,250 annually (after 12 months of service), • Professional development opportunities – internal & external (cross-departmental training, PMPA conferences, IMTS-Chicago, local technical colleges/universities, & more…), • Career advancement – ongoing training & mentoring with opportunity to grow your skills, • Performance bonus – potential to receive a discretionary year-end bonus based on individual and group performance, • Company paid Short-Term Disability policy, • Company events – team lunches, summer picnic event, holiday party, • Company zoo pass to Milwaukee County Zoo, • Voluntary pet insurance, • Holistic wellness program – earn up to $700 in incentives through points accumulation for accomplishing a variety of wellness activities. Also offered by the Company are employer paid onsite flu shots, biometric screenings, free health coaching & MUCH more!, • Employer paid life insurance – $50,000 policy with options for voluntary life up to $400,000 benefit maximum, • Financial planning resources & onsite financial wellness workshops, • Employer subsidized work shoes & safety glasses program, • Reader Precision Solutions branded attire – $100 annual allowance, • Employee Referral bonus – $1,000 Reader Precision Solutions Four Pillars: Innovation, Empowerment, Integrity & Respect • Innovation – we apply creative solutions to exceed expectations internally and externally. We deliver creative solutions by pursuing continuous improvement, challenging the limits of conventional thinking to drive positive change, and engaging our customers to achieve synergy., • Empowerment – we equip our employees to succeed. We nurture success with setting realistic goals and standards; with accountability and regular performance feedback, providing training opportunities for growth and learning and offering employees a safe and modern work environment., • Integrity – our reputation is everything. We preserve and enhance our reputation by operating with the highest ethical standards, focusing on customer needs, and contributing positively to our community and environment. This integrated approach ensures exceptional quality, reliability, and responsiveness for clients in the military & weapons systems, dental & healthcare, defense & tactical, flow control, and specialty markets. Reader Precision Solutions proudly serves a diverse customer base across North America and Europe. To discover why Reader Precision Solutions is the first choice for our partners, and an employer of choice, visit our website: . Reader Precision Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce.