Quality Assurance Lead

Mark Rite Lines Equipment Company (MRL), headquartered in Billings, Montana, is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of paint marking and pavement maintenance equipment. With over four decades of industry expertise, MRL builds high-performance machinery used for traffic paint application, line removal, and surface preparation. Known for innovation, reliability, and customer-focused solutions, MRL delivers equipment “by stripers, for stripers”—helping professionals around the world achieve precision and productivity on every job.

• Oversee final installation inspections on new equipment.
• Ensure all manufacturing paperwork is properly filled out and correct if needed.
• Complete all quality control paperwork and sign off.
• Photograph units for documentation.
• Test drive/brake check all equipment.
• Move equipment in and out of the shop and organize yard of finished product and new arrivals.
• Facilitate new and repair equipment pickup and delivery.
• Inspecting output samples using industry-appropriate methods, such as comparing standards, measuring dimensions and examining functionality.
• Checking that the assembly or production line adheres to standards and procedures and complying with legal requirements.
• Reviewing blueprints and specifications to compare to produced goods.
• Recording inspection results by completing reports, summarizing re-works and wastes and inputting data into quality database.
• Training the production team in quality control measures to improve product excellence.
• Proposing improvements to the production process.
• Monitoring the use of equipment to ensure it is safe and discard any that do not meet requirements.
• Updating job knowledge by engaging in educational opportunities and regular training.
• Keeping measurement equipment operating accurately by following calibration requirements and calling for repairs.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and radiographs.
• Using gauges such as calipers and micrometers to measure products.
• Collecting and compiling statistical quality data.
• Assisting in the development of test methods and inspection plans.
• Determining the causes of product defects and reworks.
• Verifying all equipment is calibrated correctly.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Provide training to employees in the QA department.

• Electrical systems experience.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Basic computer and math skills to calibrate and measure specifications.
• Ability to use measuring devices like gauges, meters, calipers and computers.
• In-depth understanding of company standards.
• Up-to-date knowledge of federal and industry standards and best practices.
• Understanding of target market and consumer needs.
• Blueprint reading capabilities.
• Documentation and reporting skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Comfortable standing or walking for long periods of time.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-2 years of industry experience, 1-2 years of quality control experience preferred

• Standing and Walking:
  Inspectors often need to stand or walk for extended periods while inspecting products or overseeing production processes.
• Lifting:
  The ability to lift 40-50 pounds is commonly required.
• Dexterity:
  Good hand-eye coordination and the ability to use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Reaching and Bending:
  Inspectors may need to squat, reach above shoulder level, reach at or below shoulder level, kneel, twist, and bend at the neck and waist2
• Visual Acuity:
  Normal visual acuity and the ability to distinguish colors are necessary for identifying defects and ensuring product quality

• Pay Transparency:
  Anticipated starting wage: $28 per hour DOE + Bonus Opportunity.
• Pay:
  This is a non-exempt, hourly position, and employees are paid weekly.
• Typical Shift: 5:00a.m to 3:30p.m.

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