Quality Technician (Day Shift, 20-26/hr)

Contract-to-hire position based in Rockford, MN with long-term growth potential.

About the role

The Quality Technician ensures products and processes meet established quality standards through testing, inspection, and data collection. This role partners closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Product Development, and Operations to identify issues, drive compliance, and support continuous improvement efforts.

Responsibilities

• Champion a safety-first culture in all activities.
• Conduct sampling, testing, and inspections of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished products.
• Perform physical measurements using precision testing and inspection equipment.
• Verify product quality through visual inspections and compliance checks.
• Investigate, document, and communicate quality concerns and non-conforming products.
• Support supplier and sourced-product quality evaluations.
• Conduct raw material testing and product retesting as needed.
• Troubleshoot quality-related equipment and testing issues.
• Maintain accurate quality records, test results, and calibration documentation.
• Perform equipment calibrations and support gauge management programs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready laboratory environment.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement, standardization, and lean initiatives.
• Provide quality support and coverage across the Quality team as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required.
• 2+ years of manufacturing and/or quality experience in an industrial environment.

Work Environment

The position operates within a production, manufacturing environment focused on roofing adhesives and commercial roofing manufacturing. The work schedule is Monday through Friday from 7 AM to 3:30 PM. The Quality Technician will report to the Quality Manager and collaborate closely with a small team of three.

The role involves working in high noise areas, requiring the use of appropriate hearing protection devices, and involves manual material handling. The position requires the ability to stand for long periods, good close vision, and depth perception. Physical activities include walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, using hands to handle objects, and occasionally lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds. A positive can-do attitude is essential, alongside the capacity to complete all essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $26.00/hr.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Schedule

• Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 3:30 PM
• Fully onsite position in Rockford, MN