Pre-Delivery Product Inspector

Manitou is purposefully committed to you, its people. Based on a “One United Team” focus, we internationally cultivate our purpose‑driven and agile work environment. As an equal opportunity employer, we cultivate, build and elevate our more than 6000 employees and their diversity across more than 30 countries we operate in. There are 6 main plants with locations in France, the USA, India, Italy and more than 30 subsidiaries all around the world.

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Report to Production Supervisor. Activities within this classification include the inspection of finished machines prior to shipping, which will include some rework to help meet production needs. Day to day personnel activities are assigned by the Production Supervisor. Quality issues/activities shall be directed through the area supervisor.

Maintains a safe work environment; details are dependent upon duties assigned not limited to the following:

Evaluate each machine against published acceptance criteria (PDI Inspection Procedure, paint and weld acceptance criteria, etc.), current quality alerts, or approved deviations and current assembly/subassembly drawings.

Record the condition of machines inspected on the appropriate check list. Return completed checklists to QA on the agreed upon interval.

Provide the appropriate feedback to supervision and/or management concerning product quality.

Where appropriate and as directed, perform minor re‑inspected and accepted, which may include, but not limited to hydraulic, electrical or mechanical work.

Whenever required may be called upon to sound test units to customer requirements and or country/region directives.

Experience and knowledge of all model machines built at Madison facility

Strong analytical and reasoning skills required

Must exhibit physical abilities to lift up to 50 lbs, safely

Self starter, team player and have the ability to multitask

Must be able to read and interpret drawings, standard work instructions, checklists, internal and external deviations, etc

Excellent oral and written communication with all levels of personnel within the plant

Computer skills including knowledge of Google is preferred

Minimum high school diploma or GED preferred

• Base Pay Range between $24.00 – $25.00 per hour plus a potential quarterly bonus based on performance metrics
  • Actual pay determined by experience level, skills, qualifications & work location
• This position is located onsite in Madison, South Dakota
• In addition to an inclusive compensation package, we offer a comprehensive benefits program including Medical/Dental/Vision, a matching 401k, tuition reimbursement, volunteer program, wellness activities, employee and family activities throughout the year and so much more!
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Manitou Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status or disability status.