**Job Title: Quality Technician** **Job Description** We are seeking a dedicated Quality Technician to assist the Quality Assurance Manager in the implementation of our comprehensive Quality System. You will perform in-process inspections using drawings, specifications, and other pertinent information, while documenting and communicating the results. Your role involves making decisions on product and raw material suitability, reviewing production records for accuracy, and maintaining quality records. **Responsibilities** + Assist the Quality Assurance Manager with the implementation of the overall Quality System. + Perform in-process inspection of products using drawings, specifications, and other pertinent information. + Make decisions on the suitability of products and raw materials based on requirements. + Review specific production records and packing configurations to ensure accuracy. + Create and file accurate, legible quality records. + Support Continuous Improvement activities by identifying and quantifying potential waste in processes, participating in formal Continuous Improvement teams, and leading a Continuous Improvement project. + Participate in Internal Auditing activities. + Assist in training personnel in inspection methods and quality requirements. + Perform inspection and measurement of sample parts for new product validation. + Help maintain the calibration system for measurement devices. + Ensure product inspection and test plans are accurate and clear. + Ensure calibration records are generated and retained appropriately, and quality records such as completed control charts and job jackets are retained appropriately. **Essential Skills** + Experience in quality control + 1-2 years of experience as a quality technician + A high school diploma or equivalency **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + 1-2 years of experience in the thermoforming industry is a plus + ASQ (American Society for Quality) quality technician certification is desired **Why Work Here?** Join a company that values its employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans. Enjoy flexible time off with 80 hours of paid time per year for full-time salaried employees, company-paid holidays, and a well-being program. We support our employees with a Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account, life insurance, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, voluntary accident disability benefits, and paid parental leave. Additionally, benefit from a Retirement Savings Plan with company match and tuition reimbursement opportunities. Our discretionary annual bonus program recognizes and rewards individual performance. **Work Environment** Work in a temperature-controlled facility that is clean and well-maintained, despite the louder environment due to machinery operation. **Job Type & Location** This is a Permanent position based out of Mankato, Minnesota. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $39900.00 - $59900.00/yr. Position may also be eligible for Management Incentive Plan / Sales Incentive Plan, which is an annual bonus program based on business and individual performance, as well as medical coverage and other health and welfare benefits. •Medical, dental and vision plans •Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees •Company-paid holidays starting at 9 days per year and may be slightly higher by location •Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program •Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account •Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary accident disability benefits are available •Paid Parental Leave •Retirement Savings Plan with company match •Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval) •Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Mankato,MN. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jul 25, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.