Quality Control Technician, Lift Manufacturing

Job Description

Job Description

Build a Career You Can Trust

Join Cibes|Symmetry in Roanoke, Illinois and help ensure that every residential elevator, home lift, commercial lift, and low-rise elevator we produce reflects our heritage of quality. With over 75 years of global expertise and manufacturing in the USA and Sweden, we deliver craftsmanship and innovation through an exclusive partner network. We’re growing, we’re stable (no layoffs), and we’re committed to advancing your career. Starting pay: $26–$30 per hour, based on experience.

Your Impact (Bullet-Point Focus)

• Meet daily with line leaders to surface product-quality issues and align on next steps.
• Drive root-cause investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Track and communicate quality metrics and Cost of Quality (COQ) measurements.
• Facilitate targeted training sessions on quality methods and standards.
• Lead or contribute to structured problem-solving teams.
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, specifications, work orders, and reports.
• Inspect subassemblies, final assemblies, electronic systems, support structures, and components using calipers, levels, wire strippers, signal generators, and related tools.
• Recommend adjustments, repairs, or part replacements to meet specifications; safely operate special tooling and lifting devices.
• Collaborate with supervisors and engineers to resolve production challenges.
• Perform visual inspections; assist with efficiency/effectiveness troubleshooting.
• Participate in cross-training and support additional duties as needed.

What You’ll Need

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years of electrical/mechanical assembly experience in a quality role strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of GD&T
• Ability to read electrical wiring diagrams, schematics, blueprints, and work orders
• Understanding of fabrication and welding processes
• Proficiency with common hand tools (hammers, screwdrivers, wrenches, tape measures, pliers, calipers, levels, etc.)
• Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Preferred: certifications in inspection, auditing, engineering, or related areas
• Strong written/verbal communication; ability to multitask and adapt to production needs
• Comfort working independently and within teams

Role Structure

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position does not include supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Demands & Environment

• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and crouching
• Extended periods on your feet
• Regularly lift up to 25 lbs.; occasionally up to 50 lbs.
• High manual dexterity and steady hand control
• Frequent tool use and handling of small components
• Near-vision tasks for precise inspections
• Typical manufacturing noise
• Occasional exposure to heat or cold
• Work around moving mechanical equipment

Benefits that Back You

• Generous vacation, personal time, and paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Volunteer time opportunities
• Career growth and advancement

Technology in Use

• Quality Control Software and standard inspection equipment

Key Strengths

• GD&T
• Troubleshooting Skills
• Blueprint Reading

Employment Requirements

This position is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, physical examination, and drug screen.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cibes|Symmetry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.