Title: Quality Assurance Technician (Will Train the Right Candidate)

Company/Location: Nico Products – Minneapolis, MN

Shift: 2nd Shift | Monday-Thursday | 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM (+ overtime as needed)

Training Requirement: Initial training may be done on 1st shift or a split shift for approx. 30 days or less. First shift is 5am-3pm M-Th.

Starting Pay: $30.00/hour Signing Bonus: $1,500.00

(Employment/staffing agencies - please do not contact us. We hire direct only.)

Build a Career in Quality Assurance

Are you detail-oriented? Do you enjoy solving problems, following technical procedures, and taking pride in producing quality work?
Whether you're looking for a career change, recently graduated, have manufacturing experience, or already work in Quality Assurance, Nico Products may be the opportunity you've been looking for.
We specialize in finishing precision metal components used in the medical, aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. Every part we process must meet demanding customer and industry standards. As a Quality Assurance Technician, you'll play a critical role in ensuring every product leaving our facility meets those expectations.
If you're someone who notices the small details that others miss and enjoys work where accuracy truly matters, we'd like to meet you.

Why Join Nico Products?

We believe every employee contributes to our success. We promote from within whenever possible and provide opportunities to advance into positions such as:

• Quality Management
• Production Lead
• Production Supervisor
• Chemical Laboratory
• Chemical Maintenance
• Wastewater Treatment
• Production Operations
• Quoting & Customer Support
• Management

If you're dependable, motivated, and committed to learning, we'll invest in your future.

Position Summary

The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for inspecting products, verifying compliance with customer specifications, conducting quality checks, maintaining accurate documentation, and supporting continuous improvement efforts throughout the manufacturing process.
This position also performs oven operations for jobs requiring controlled baking processes.

What You'll Do

• Inspect materials, work in process, and finished products to ensure they meet customer and company specifications.
• Perform visual, dimensional, and documentation inspections using established procedures.
• Read and interpret blueprints, customer specifications, work instructions, and quality standards.
• Identify defects, investigate quality concerns, and assist with corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, certifications, and quality documentation.
• Review customer orders for specification compliance.
• Assist with internal and external quality audits.
• Support ISO, Nadcap, and customer quality system requirements.
• Help maintain quality specifications, procedures, and controlled documentation.
• Certify plating processes when required.
• Train and support production employees on quality expectations and procedures.
• Operate and monitor production ovens for applicable jobs, including:
  • Baking parts
  • Monitoring temperatures
  • Completing required logs and documentation
  • Maintaining oven charts and SAT (System Accuracy Test) records
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
• Basic math skills
• Ability to read an analog clock
• Ability to read a ruler and tape measure
• Ability to accurately complete paperwork
• Ability to follow written procedures and work instructions
• Strong attendance and reliability
• Ability to work independently while also contributing as a team member
• U.S. Citizen or legally authorized to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in Quality Assurance, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field
• Previous Quality Assurance experience
• Metal finishing or plating experience
• Blueprint reading experience
• ISO and/or Nadcap experience
• CEF/NASF Certification
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment

Don't meet every preferred qualification? We're willing to train the right individual who demonstrates strong attention to detail, excellent attendance, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn.

Before You Apply

Please consider the following before applying:

• Attendance is extremely important to our operation. We are looking for dependable employees who are committed to reporting to work as scheduled.
• Due to customer and security requirements, personal mobile devices must remain secured during working hours and may only be accessed during authorized breaks in designated areas.
• This position requires successful completion of training on 1st Shift before transitioning to 2nd Shift.
• This is a manufacturing environment requiring employees to follow detailed procedures and maintain high quality standards.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule

Benefits Offered

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both personally and professionally.

Medical & Financial Benefits

• Two medical plan options, including one with a $0/week employee-only premium
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Legal & Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k)
• Company 401(k) contribution

Company-Paid Benefits

• Company-paid portion of medical insurance
• Wellness Program
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability

Additional Benefits

• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Minnesota Earned Sick & Safe Time (ESST)
• Quarterly Profit Sharing Bonus
• Attendance Rewards Program
• Company-paid Safety Boots
• Company-paid Prescription Safety Glasses
• Company-provided Uniforms
• Employee Referral Program
• Paid Work Anniversary Day Off
• Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities

Performance Reviews

Performance reviews are conducted at:

• 60 Days
• 6 Months
• Twice each year thereafter

Employees meeting performance and company expectations may be eligible for wage increases.

Application & Interview Process

We appreciate your interest in joining our team.

Step 1: Submit your current resume and complete the application questions. Your responses help us better understand your experience and determine the candidates who best fit the position.

Step 2: If selected, we'll contact you by text message and/or email to schedule an interview.

Step 3: As part of the interview process, applicants must successfully complete a basic math assessment within 10 minutes before moving forward with the interview.

Please allow up to 14 days for us to review your application. If your qualifications match our current hiring needs, we'll contact you to discuss the next steps.

To ensure we can review every application as quickly as possible, please do not call, email, or come to the facility for application status updates. Doing so does not affect the hiring process and reduces the time our HR team can spend reviewing applications and scheduling interviews.

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Security: This position operates within a secure manufacturing facility. All employees must adhere to strict security policies, including restrictions on personal electronic devices, access control, and documentation procedures.

Equal Opportunity Employer. The Lindgren Group, including Avtec Finishing and Nico Products, is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Veterans are encouraged to apply!

Work Authorization / Security Clearance:

The Lindgren Group must comply with ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations). These regulations may restrict persons of non-US citizen status from working/participating/observing/or other forms of gathering knowledge about certain activities within the company.

Disclaimer:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

For more information on our company, visit:www.TheLindgrenGroup.com