Quality Technician
Pioneer Metal Finishing · Chippewa Falls, WI · 4 days ago
Quality Assurance$22–$26/hrFull-time
About the Role
We're seeking a Quality Technician with a focus on Chemistry to maintain process chemistry, support production operations, and ensure our customers receive a high-quality product every time. The Quality Technician will report to 1st shift (Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm). The hourly rate of pay will be dependent on experience but ranges from $22.00 to $26.00.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and maintain process chemistry in accordance with established control plans and operating requirements.
- Perform and document laboratory chemical testing and interpret results to ensure process stability.
- Execute chemical additions and process adjustments to maintain optimal tank performance and product quality.
- Maintain laboratory equipment, chemical storage areas, and workspaces in a clean, organized, and audit-ready condition.
- Review customer specifications, quality standards, and finishing requirements to ensure accurate processing.
- Develop, select, and enter processing programs and work instructions within D365.
- Partner with production teams to troubleshoot process and quality concerns.
- Assist with the evaluation, testing, and disposition of nonconforming and rework material.
- Support investigation and resolution of customer quality concerns, including corrective action activities.
- Participate in customer meetings, conference calls, and plant visits as needed.
- Review and certify product documentation to ensure compliance with customer and company requirements.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on product quality, process performance, and operational excellence.
Qualifications
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and solve problems.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills.
- Comfortable working both independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Proficiency with computer systems and production-related software.
Benefits
- Next-Day Pay: Access your daily pay the next day.
- Quarterly Incentive Program: Paid based on hours worked and business results.
- Paid company holidays.
- Shift Differentials for 2nd and 3rd shift.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Wellness Program.
- On-the-Job Training and Advancement Opportunities.
- Employee Recognition and Rewards Program.
- Fun Recognition Events and more!
Full-Time Employees (30+ hours per week) may participate in additional benefits, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (Eligibility begins on the 1st of the month following your start date).
- Paid Time Off: 80 Hours earned in your first year.
- Access to Garner Incentive or a Health Savings Account up to $3,000 annually.
- 401(k) plan with a company match of up to 2% of bi-weekly contribution.
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Company-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Additional benefits for employee purchase life insurance, critical illness, voluntary accident, and accidental death & dismemberment.
- LiveHealth Online, virtual doctor visits.