Quality Control Technician - III

POSITION / TITLE

:

GRADE:

STATUS :

Full Time FLSA :

Non-Exempt

HOURLY/SALARY

Salaried

REPORTS TO

(POSITION) :

DATE LAST REVIEWED/UPDATED

: 03/31/2026

Position Purpose:

Responsible for the activities concerned with development, application, and maintenance of quality standards for processing materials into partially finished or finished assemblies or components.

Essential Functions:

• Audit elements of the quality system per established procedures and report audit results to quality management. Assist management in implementing quality systems elements.
• Maintain document control system per established procedures. Advise management on potential quality system issues and recommend improvements to the quality system. Document quality work instructions as directed.
• Assist manufacturing in start-up of new processes PPAP as well as necessary MPAP's PPAP associated with equipment moves.
• Demonstrated ability to understand GD&T and interpret engineering drawings for inspection use.
• Develop and run CMM programs and operate CMM equipment for production parts.
• Maintain documentation of quality audits and report audit results to management. Advise quality and manufacturing engineering on potential quality issues. Assist in production training as directed by management.
• Make use of measuring equipment as needed for assigned tasks. Recommend repair, replacement or upgrade of gauges and measuring equipment to management.
• Assist production in the use, maintenance, availability and training for assigned measuring equipment and gauges. Coordinate and assist with equipment installation and start up and purchase of measuring and testing devices.
• Assist in production training as directed by management
• All other activities as directed by management Education and Training
• Associates Degree in Quality Assurance or other related degree program or equivalent experience in applicable area is acceptable.
• ASQ CWI or CWE preferred..
• IATF Auditor and product audit experience highly desirable. Minimum Qualifications
• Must have minimum of 5 years of manufacturing, quality or engineering experience
• Experience with processes (machining, welding, forming, assembly), products and/or industry highly desirable
• Familiar with the use of gauges (calipers, micrometers, etc.)
• Experience in process capability and gauge R & R studies
• Familiar with SPC
• Motivated, self-starter with strong drive
• Shows good communication skills
• Familiar with problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Experience in training employees Strong team player. Physical Demands
• Constant sitting and grasping
• Occasional driving, grasping and pinching
• Minimal standing, walking, bending, squatting, kneeling, climbing and reaching
• Lift up to 40 lbs.
• Carry up to 40 lbs. approximately 25 feet
• Push/Pull 40 lbs. of force 5 feet Environmental Conditions

Work Environment:

Shop Floor

Lighting:

Adequate

Ventilation:

Adequate Behavioral Traits

• Feeling comfortable in fast-changing environments; being willing to take risks and to consider new and untested approaches
• Building commitment by convincing others and winning them over to your point of view
• Operating with a good deal of energy, intensity and emotional expression; having a capacity for keeping others enthusiastic and involved
• Emphasizing the production of immediate results by focusing on short-range, hands-on, practical strategies
• Letting others know in a straightforward manner what you think of them, how well they have performed and if they have met your needs and expectations
• Adopting a strong orientation toward achievement, holding high expectations for yourself and others, pushing yourself and others to achieve at high levels
• Accommodating the needs and interests of others by being willing to defer performance on your own objectives in order to assist colleagues with theirs
• Valuing the ideas and opinions of others and collecting their input as part of your decision-making process.
• Demonstrating an active concern for people and their needs by forming close and supportive relationships with others Hendrickson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Pay:

$77,000.00

• $86,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person Quality Control Technician

• III 3.3 3.3

  out of 5 stars Mitchell, SD 57301 $77,000
• $86,000 a year
• Full-time Hendrickson 274 reviews $77,000
• $86,000 a year
• Full-time

POSITION / TITLE

:

GRADE:

STATUS :

Full Time FLSA :

Non-Exempt

HOURLY/SALARY

Salaried

REPORTS TO

(POSITION) :

DATE LAST REVIEWED/UPDATED

: 03/31/2026

Position Purpose:

Responsible for the activities concerned with development, application, and maintenance of quality standards for processing materials into partially finished or finished assemblies or components.

Essential Functions:

• Audit elements of the quality system per established procedures and report audit results to quality management. Assist management in implementing quality systems elements.
• Maintain document control system per established procedures. Advise management on potential quality system issues and recommend improvements to the quality system. Document quality work instructions as directed.
• Assist manufacturing in start-up of new processes PPAP as well as necessary MPAP's PPAP associated with equipment moves.
• Demonstrated ability to understand GD&T and interpret engineering drawings for inspection use.
• Develop and run CMM programs and operate CMM equipment for production parts.
• Maintain documentation of quality audits and report audit results to management. Advise quality and manufacturing engineering on potential quality issues. Assist in production training as directed by management.
• Make use of measuring equipment as needed for assigned tasks. Recommend repair, replacement or upgrade of gauges and measuring equipment to management.
• Assist production in the use, maintenance, availability and training for assigned measuring equipment and gauges. Coordinate and assist with equipment installation and start up and purchase of measuring and testing devices.
• Assist in production training as directed by management
• All other activities as directed by management Education and Training
• Associates Degree in Quality Assurance or other related degree program or equivalent experience in applicable area is acceptable.
• ASQ CWI or CWE preferred..
• IATF Auditor and product audit experience highly desirable. Minimum Qualifications
• Must have minimum of 5 years of manufacturing, quality or engineering experience
• Experience with processes (machining, welding, forming, assembly), products and/or industry highly desirable
• Familiar with the use of gauges (calipers, micrometers, etc.)
• Experience in process capability and gauge R & R studies
• Familiar with SPC
• Motivated, self-starter with strong drive
• Shows good communication skills
• Familiar with problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Experience in training employees Strong team player. Physical Demands
• Constant sitting and grasping
• Occasional driving, grasping and pinching
• Minimal standing, walking, bending, squatting, kneeling, climbing and reaching
• Lift up to 40 lbs.
• Carry up to 40 lbs. approximately 25 feet
• Push/Pull 40 lbs. of force 5 feet Environmental Conditions

Work Environment:

Shop Floor

Lighting:

Adequate

Ventilation:

Adequate Behavioral Traits

• Feeling comfortable in fast-changing environments; being willing to take risks and to consider new and untested approaches
• Building commitment by convincing others and winning them over to your point of view
• Operating with a good deal of energy, intensity and emotional expression; having a capacity for keeping others enthusiastic and involved
• Emphasizing the production of immediate results by focusing on short-range, hands-on, practical strategies
• Letting others know in a straightforward manner what you think of them, how well they have performed and if they have met your needs and expectations
• Adopting a strong orientation toward achievement, holding high expectations for yourself and others, pushing yourself and others to achieve at high levels
• Accommodating the needs and interests of others by being willing to defer performance on your own objectives in order to assist colleagues with theirs
• Valuing the ideas and opinions of others and collecting their input as part of your decision-making process.
• Demonstrating an active concern for people and their needs by forming close and supportive relationships with others Hendrickson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Pay:

$77,000.00

• $86,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person