Sr. Quality Technician-1st shift

At AriensCo, we build more than exceptional products – we create opportunities that impact careers. Our culture values innovative thinking, hard work and determination. We interact in teams, collaborate together and make decisions quickly.

We see growth potential in every team member, and are committed to supporting our employees with continuous training and advancement opportunities.

Our environment? We’re corporate, without being “corporate.” Whether you work at our headquarters, manufacturing facilities, or one of our global distribution businesses, you’ll always have the freedom to create and contribute. Our company vision is “Passionate People, Astounded Customers.” Quite simply: it revolves around people

Speaking of people, you’re not just employee #1,762 to us. You’re family and your role is invaluable. Without exceptional people, we can’t continue to produce the amazing products we're known for around the world.

Ready for the ride of your career? Then come join us. By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to work in a rewarding workplace with a strong sense of community.

Job Description:

AriensCo is looking for a Senior Quality Technician to join our team in Brillion, WI! In this impactful role, you'll provide advanced quality support to manufacturing operations, helping ensure our products and processes consistently meet quality standards while driving continuous improvement across the organization. You'll play a key role in audits, inspections, root cause analysis, corrective actions, standard work development, and coaching Quality Technicians. You'll collaborate closely with production, engineering, and cross-functional teams to improve process capability, reduce risk, solve complex quality challenges, and strengthen overall operational performance.

If you're passionate about quality, continuous improvement, and leading others to achieve excellence, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact at AriensCo!

Pay: Starts at $24/hour

Schedule & Shift: Monday - Thursday (4 days x 10 hours); 4:30AM-2:30PM

THE DAY TO DAY...

Support manufacturing operations to ensure compliance with design, customer, regulatory, and internal quality requirements

Perform audits, inspections, testing, and measurement activities using prints, CAD models, specifications, and precision measurement equipment

Provide floor support by troubleshooting quality issues, removing barriers, and supporting safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals

Identify, contain, document, and disposition nonconforming material per established procedures

Lead or support root cause investigations, corrective actions, containment activities, and continuous improvement initiatives using quality and Lean tools

Collect, analyze, and communicate quality data, trends, and process metrics to drive improvement and reduce risk

Apply quality tools including SPC, PFMEA, Control Plans, process audits, and PPAP to improve process capability

Support supplier quality, incoming inspection, customer concerns, and issue resolution as needed

Maintain inspection records, calibration traceability, standard work, training materials, and quality documentation

Mentor technicians, operators, and cross-functional teams on quality standards, inspection methods, and problem-solving tools

Serve as a technical quality resource and escalation point for production, leadership, suppliers, and customers

Support continuous improvement of quality systems, process controls, and operational best practices

THE QUALIFICATIONS...

Quality Manufacturing Certificate or Associate’s degree in Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field preferred

Strong knowledge of precision measurement tools, blueprint reading, GD&T, CAD models, and manufacturing quality principles

Experience with quality systems and problem-solving methodologies, including SPC, PFMEA, Control Plans, PPAP, root cause analysis, and corrective actions

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and quality data analysis, with the ability to identify trends and support data-driven decisions

Understanding of traceability, calibration systems, nonconforming material processes, and quality and safety compliance requirements

Proven ability to lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean principles and quality best practices

Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience training, mentoring, and supporting cross-functional teams

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

About AriensCo

Since 1933, the AriensCo name has been associated with reliable, durably crafted, high-performance outdoor power equipment. Our core values – Be Honest, Be Fair, Respect the Individual, Keep our Commitments, and Encourage Intellectual Curiosity define our culture and inspire our team. We believe passionate people and astounded customers lead to unstoppable success.

Our employees’ quality of life is important to us. When people feel appreciated, respected and supported, careers thrive and ideas come to fruition. AriensCo employees are provided various great benefit opportunities which may include:

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance effective first day of employment

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plan

401(k) match and profit-sharing plans

Life Insurance

Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

Short Term Disability

Parental Leave

Onsite Marketplace Care Partners at all locations

Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement and Apprenticeship Programs

Safety shoes and safety prescription glasses reimbursement

Employee Product Purchase Program

50% Daycare discount **Brillion Early Learning Center

10% tuition discount at KinderCare Learning Centers nationwide **Excludes Brillion Early Learning Center

Onsite health clinic with Bellin Health **Brillion Campus Only

Nearsite & Urgent Care Clinic Options **Brillion Campus Only

EEO Statement

The concept of diversity is important to us at AriensCo. That’s why we’ve created a culture that is inclusive, accepting and understanding. We embrace diversity among our partners, suppliers and employees. We also strive for diversity in the quality of our ideas. Inclusion and acceptance means that, regardless of who you are, you will always be standing on our welcome mat.

AriensCo is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and steadfastly committed to hiring and selecting the most qualified candidate for any open position. It is the policy of AriensCo to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Providing our employees with an environment free of discrimination and harassment is something we take very seriously. Embracing diversity enables us to attract the best qualified talent, foster productive teamwork, and expand our business opportunities.