Quality Technician I
JLG Industries · Jefferson City, TN
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Quality
- Industry
- Industrial
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The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level quality role at JLG Industries (industrial) in Jefferson City, TN. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.
- Tools it names
- Supplier quality
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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How this role compares
Against 9 other live quality postings in Tennessee.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 60%
- Root cause 40%
- SPC 40%
- ✓ Supplier quality 30%
- FMEA 20%
- 5S 20%
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How to get in at this plant
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Pick 2–3 people on the Quality team at JLG Industries
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Send a short, curious note
One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.
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Turn a reply into a short call
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?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
Full description from JLG IndustriesAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Job Summary
The Quality Technician I supports manufacturing operations by identifying, investigating, and resolving quality issues throughout the production process. This role collaborates with plant teams to ensure first-pass quality, perform audits, and support continuous improvement initiatives. About JLG, An Oshkosh Company JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products—including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories—can be found all over the world.
Job Summary
The Quality Technician I supports manufacturing operations by identifying, investigating, and resolving quality issues throughout the production process. This role collaborates with plant teams to ensure first-pass quality, perform audits, and support continuous improvement initiatives. YOUR IMPACT Manage internal quality tasks within an assigned production area. Identify and report quality issues to all levels of the Operations team. Collaborate with supervisors and team members to troubleshoot and resolve quality concerns.
Communicate supplier-related quality issues to Supplier Quality Technicians and suppliers. Promote first-pass quality throughout the manufacturing process. Participate in cross-functional team meetings related to quality and production. Conduct process and final product audits based on engineering specifications. Operate or move JLG equipment as needed for inspection or troubleshooting.
Qualifications
Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to meet business and production demands. Maintain regular and reliable attendance, in-person and on-site. Standout
Qualifications
Computer literate with Microsoft office especially Excel, Word, and Power Point. Strong phone and communication skills. Interpersonal skills. Sound Business Acumen. Knowledge of standard measurement tools. Strong math skills. Ability to read engineering drawings. Good driving record with minimal violations.
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About JLG, An Oshkosh Company JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products—including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories—can be found all over the world.
Working conditions
This position is based in a manufacturing or production environment and may involve exposure to loud noise, dust, moving machinery, or temperature fluctuations. The role may require standing for extended periods, repetitive motions, lifting/carrying up to 35 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds and up to 30 pounds sustained, bending, kneeling, climbing, or using tools and equipment. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn when required.
To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application. Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.