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Quality Technician

Brunswick · Fond du Lac, WI

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Level
Technician
Team
Quality
Base pay
$43k–$64k
Degree
Required
Experience asked
2+ years
Certification
Black Belt preferred
Industry
Industrial
Posted
28 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level quality role at Brunswick (industrial) in Fond du Lac, WI.

They ask for
2+ years · degree required · Black Belt preferred
Tools it names
Lean, Six Sigma, Black Belt, SPC, PPAP, GD&T
Base pay
$43k–$64k

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How this role compares

Against 23 other live quality postings in Wisconsin.

Experience asked
Less than usual (2+ vs 3+)

Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ GD&T 50%
  • ✓ Team leadership 46%
  • ✓ SPC 33%
  • Machining 29%
  • Root cause 25%
  • ✓ ISO 9001 21%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for Six Sigma, Black Belt, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 2+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone on the team first.

At a glance

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  2. 2

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  3. 3

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    Questions worth asking about this team:

    • What does a normal week look like on your team?
    • Which standards drive the work here: ISO 13485, IATF 16949, AS9100?
    • How much of the job is customer complaints versus prevention?
    • The posting mentions a Black Belt. Does the company sponsor certification?
    • How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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  5. 5

    Bring proof to the interview

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This plant: Brunswick in Fond du Lac

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Full description from BrunswickAs posted on their careers site.Show

Travel Required: No

Direct Reports: No

Pay Range: $42,500 to $63,600 annually

Visa Sponsorship: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Relocation: No

Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:

Position Overview: As a Quality Technician on the Mercury Racing team, you will provide strategic and tactical support to Operations, Engineering, and Procurement by executing various quality activities. Core

responsibilities

include performing supplier and sister plant development activities, conducting internal audits to ISO standard, troubleshooting complex production problems, and supporting nonconforming material processes and quality spill containment.

At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

Essential Functions

  • ◆Perform supplier and sister plant development activities, driving corrective actions, elimination of errors, and improvement of efficiency.
  • ◆Complete internal auditing to ISO standard.
  • ◆Troubleshoot particularly complex or troublesome production problems and drive corrective action.
  • ◆Support the enterprise Nonconforming Material Process as required; conduct part containment, MRB review, internal/external supplier notification, part disposition, and subsequent corrective actions.
  • ◆Organize and direct quality spill and containment activities for both internal and external sources.
  • ◆Create standardized work instructions, quality alerts, and applicable training for engine/component assembly.
  • ◆Ensure plant-wide tool calibration is conducted in a timely manner.
  • ◆Engage with the global supply base and internal operations to assist in developing and ensuring that all direct purchased materials meet specification requirements, eliminating line downs, project delays, recalls, or other quality failures resulting in customer dissatisfaction.

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

Required Qualifications

  • ✓High school diploma or GED
  • ✓2 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, operations, or quality engineering
  • ✓Familiarity with GD&T and the ability to read and understand blueprints, tolerances, and symbols
  • ✓Understanding of quality concepts: basic quality tools and problem-solving techniques
  • ✓Knowledge of Advanced Quality Planning to support the Product Development process (PPAP)
  • ✓Working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015

Preferred Qualifications

  • ✓Associate's degree in a specialized technical/scientific field
  • ✓ASQ Certified Quality Technician or Auditor
  • ✓Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification with project experience
  • ✓Thorough knowledge of inspection techniques, metrology methods, tolerances, blueprint reading, routings, SPC techniques, personal computers, and general shop practices; CMM knowledge/operation
  • ✓Working knowledge of DC tooling and advanced gaging

The hiring range for this position is $42,500 to $63,600 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary based on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate's

qualifications

This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), well-being program, product purchase discounts and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here .

Why Brunswick: Whatever tomorrow brings, we'll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we're committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we're proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards !

Mercury Marine

Headquartered in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, Mercury Marine® is the world's leading manufacturer of recreational marine propulsion engines. A division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), Mercury provides engines, boats, services and parts for recreational, commercial and government marine applications. Mercury empowers boaters with products that are easy to use, extremely reliable and backed by the most dedicated customer support in the world. The company's industry-leading brand portfolio includes Mercury outboard engines, Mercury MerCruiser® sterndrive and inboard packages, Mercury propellers, Mercury inflatable boats, Mercury SmartCraft® electronics, Land 'N' Sea marine parts distribution and Mercury and Quicksilver® parts and oils. More information is available at MercuryMarine.com.

Next is Now!

We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical

requirements

of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.

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Are you ready for what’s next?

Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.

Location: Fond du Lac, WI

Workplace Category: On-site

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