1st shift Quality Technician in Milwaukee, Wisconsin at Saelens Corporation

Quality Technician

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Employment Type: 1st shift (6:00am to 2:30pm). Flexible, plus some weekends as needed.

Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Job Summary

We are hiring a Quality Technician / Manufacturing Technician to support our CNC machining operations.

This role is ideal for a CNC operator or manufacturing employee who wants to move into a quality-focused role. If you take pride in making good parts and catching issues early, we will train you on the quality side.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect parts using calipers, micrometers, and gauges
• Verify parts meet print specifications and quality standards
• Support machinists and operators with quality checks
• Assist with basic machine setup (tools, materials, fixtures)
• Help troubleshoot production or quality issues
• Follow and reinforce standard work instructions
• Maintain a clean and organized work area (5S)
• Work with team members and supervisors to meet production goals

Qualifications Required:

• Experience as a CNC operator, machine operator, or in manufacturing
• Basic mechanical aptitude
• Strong attention to detail

Preferred (not required):

• Experience using measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges)
• Blueprint reading
• Quality inspection experience

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to move from production into quality
• On-the-job training provided
• Stable, growing company
• Clear path for advancement into setup, programming, or quality roles

Work Environment

• Manufacturing / CNC machine shop
• Standing, walking, and lifting as needed
• Team-oriented environment