Minco is a global provider of thermal solutions, temperature sensing and control solutions, and flex circuit solutions for medical, aerospace, defense, oil and gas, power generation, and other high-reliability applications.  Our experienced team couples advanced product technologies, expert design and engineering services, and a deep understanding of our customers’ applications to provide comprehensive solutions that meet exacting requirements for quality, reliability, and performance.  

Job Summary 

As a Quality Technician in First Article Inspection, you will help Minco succeed by working with CMM machines, partnering with Process and Design Engineers, and embodying Minco’s icare values: Integrity, Communication, Accountability, Respect, & Energy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret customer PO, clauses, drawings, and specifications to identify appropriate inspection and verification methods
• Interpret Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing specifications
• Program a Micro-Vu CMM for all inspections as required
• Perform first article inspections on new and existing products by AS9102B
• Proficient in the use of measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, microscopes, etc.)
• Communicate quality issues and concerns with production and engineering staff
• Perform in-process inspections
• Participate in problem-solving teams to support Corrective Action/Preventive Action (CAPA) activities
• Collect, analyze, and report on inspection data and maintain data files
• Participate in continuous improvement activities (i.e., waste reduction activities, reducing lead-time, and maintaining 5S standards)
• Assist with calibration and receiving inspection as needed
• Performs other duties as identified.

Skills:

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well with other departments or groups
• Demonstrated ability to communicate well with co-workers
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Performance Driven

Qualifications:

• Two or more years of experience as a Quality Technician in a manufacturing environment
• Two or more years of experience operating CMM
• Associate's Degree in a technical field or equivalent education and experience

Preferred Qualifications (Not Required): 

• Two or more years of experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (ASME Y14.5-2009), or the ability/interest to learn
• CMM Programming experience, or the ability/interest to learn
• Excellent computer skills, including typing and the use of Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, and Excel)
• Experience as a first article inspector
• Experience using a Micro Vu CMM machine, or the ability/interest to learn
• Knowledge of Discuss and InSpec software, or the ability/interest to learn
• Experience navigating within an ERP system (IFS)
• Understanding of technical engineering processes and equipment
• Understanding of mathematical calculations involving basic statistics and operational data
• Experience with basic measurement equipment for part and product inspection
• Familiar with ANSI Z1.4-2003, ANSI Z1.9-2003, or the ability/interest to learn
• Familiar with ISO9001:2008 and AS9100C standards, or the ability/interest to learn
• Able to collect, analyze and report data
• Demonstrated continuous improvement skills (Lean, 6σ), or the ability/interest to learn

Why Minco?

At Minco, we offer benefits and services that help balance work life and personal life, a competitive wage and benefits package, opportunities for continuous improvement and personal growth, and company celebrations – some of the many reasons that make Minco a great place to work!

Find out why you would love working at Minco by learning more about our company culture and the rewards of working with us at www.minco.com/careers - then apply! 

Current Minco Employees: Please apply via your employee page. If you need assistance, please contact HumanResources@minco.com

Reports To: Quality Inspection Manager

Location: Fridley, Minnesota

Benefits: Healthcare benefits are eligible on the first of the month following the hire date, 401K with an employer match after 61 days of full-time employment, Short Term Disability Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, HAS, and FSA available, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Managed Time-Off

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran, marital, or disability status.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks.

Minco Products, Inc. is an E-Verify employer.

This position requires the use of information or access to hardware and software that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons, as defined by ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee)