Mercury Marine - Quality Technician, Assembly; 3rd Shift

Position Overview

As part of the talented Quality team, you will work with outboard assembly product lines and possibly some machining, reporting to the Quality Engineering Supervisor. The main role of this position will be to maintain quality assurance procedures, practices, and standard evaluation methods. This will ensure product quality and integrity while minimizing process variation.

• Work individually or collaboratively to reduce manufacturing process or product variation using laboratory instruments and equipment, along with root cause corrective action methods.
• Lead or assist in formal problem‑solving projects including completion of corrective action requests.
• Lookup engineering drawings on computers, read and understand tolerances and key product features.
• Perform basic dimensional inspections of parts utilizing calipers, micrometers, and other hand‑held gauges.
• Recommend design changes or improvements in production methods through FMEA or other methods as appropriate.
• Work with engineers, technicians, and operators to assist with training as required.
• Support manufacturing’s non‑conforming material process as required and identify scrap reduction opportunities.
• Organize and assist in resolving quality spills, including part sorts, containment activities, and creating quality alerts.
• Create visual aids to support operator instructions.
• Perform internal process, product, and ISO audits as directed to ensure assembly conformance to requirements.
• Contribute to deviations, FMEAs, Control Plans and other quality documents in the quality management system.
• Clearly communicate quality standards on the production line and in toolbox meetings.
• Clearly communicate quality concerns immediately to managers, supervisors, process techs, and operators.
• Document quality issues through shift notes and hand‑off meetings.
• Commit to health and safety in the office, laboratory, and plant.

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or equivalent post‑high‑school combination of experience and relevant technical training.
• Three or more years of experience with complex assembly operations in a manufacturing setting.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to reason through problems and suggest workable solutions.
• Detail oriented with a strong focus on specifications.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and basic statistics.
• Proficient knowledge of PC software including Word, Excel, and Power Point.
• Working knowledge of pertinent manufacturing assembly techniques.
• Working knowledge of inspection techniques, metrology methods, and print tolerances.
• Working proficiency in the use of inspection equipment such as micrometers, gauges, fixtures, etc.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to present data and information to management.
• Ability to guide supervision in making proper decisions relative to product and process control issues.
• Self‑motivated with a strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Excellent organizational, time‑management, communication, and follow‑up skills.
• Ability to perform duties independently; consulting supervisor only occasionally.
• Flexible and able to manage diverse and changing priorities and assignments.
• Ability to lead, work with, and instruct others in related job functions.
• Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

• ASQ Certified Quality Auditor, Quality Inspector, or Quality Technician certification desired.
• LSS Green Belt certification desired.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, engineering, science, or related field.
• Demonstrated history of problem‑solving skills and root cause analysis.
• Ability to conduct moderate mathematical calculations.
• Ability to organize data, perform statistical process analyses, and draw meaningful conclusions.
• Ability to read and understand GD&T.
• Strong computer skills including Power BI and Power Apps.
• Knowledge of manufacturing execution systems such as PINpoint or Pro‑Planner.
• Knowledge of SPC techniques.
• Knowledge of quality tools including Process Mapping, PFMEA, Validation Studies, MSA, and Control Plans.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing and 5S.
• Bilingual…