Quality Technician I

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Winona, MNCompany: Thern, Inc.

Pay: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour (DOE)Job Type: Full-Time

About Thern:

Thern is a leading manufacturer committed to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement. We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Technician I to help ensure our products meet customer specifications and company quality standards while supporting our manufacturing operations.

What You'll Do:

• Perform incoming inspection of parts and materials.
• Conduct assembly and product audits to verify compliance with customer and company requirements.
• Interpret drawings, inspection plans, schedules, control charts, and related documentation.
• Test products for dimensional, mechanical, electrical, and performance characteristics.
• Audit manufacturing processes to ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Support non-conforming material investigations and disposition activities.
• Coordinate sorting, rework, rejected material disposition, and returns.
• Monitor and maintain gauge calibration programs.
• Support first article inspections and vendor quality initiatives.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to resolve quality concerns.
• Assist with Lean Manufacturing initiatives, Kaizen events, and continuous improvement projects.
• Create and update work instructions and quality documentation as needed.
• Guide team members in the proper use of precision measuring instruments.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a Quality Inspector, Quality Technician, or related quality role preferred.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, drawings, and quality documentation.
• Comfortable using computers and manufacturing software systems.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Stable Manufacturing Environment
• Ongoing Training and Development

EEOC Statement: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.