Supplier Quality Tech - Plant 4
Trane Technologies · Grand Rapids, MI
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Quality
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level quality role at Trane Technologies (industrial) in Grand Rapids, MI. To define the PPAP level that will be requested to the Suppliers.
- They ask for
- 2+ years · degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Root cause, PPAP, Supplier quality
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Quality Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $50k–$70k.
Median of the low and high ends of 23 live postings that list pay, out of 502 quality technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Michigan plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 16 other live quality postings in Michigan.
- Experience asked
- Typical (2+ years)
Similar roles usually ask 2+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 47%
- ✓ Root cause 41%
- ✓ Union environment 29%
- Lean 24%
- ✓ PPAP 24%
- ✓ Supplier quality 24%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: Trane Technologies in Grand Rapids
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Full description from Trane TechnologiesAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
About the Role – You will
- ◆Execute Component Risk Assessment procedure for all the New PPAP Task: SPDCR, RTS, NDP, Relocation, VAVE projects, etc. to define the PPAP level that will be requested to the Suppliers. (according to BOS CRA procedure).
- ◆Notify the Suppliers and Internal peers the PPAP Level for parts. Send the PPAP Package (PSW complete file) to Supplier. Handle all PPAP’s tasks in Windchill.
- ◆Evaluate PPAP’s according to Engineering Drawing and Trane Technologies specifications. Evaluations include dimensional and compliance with Trane Specs: Metallurgical results, chemical analysis, Hardness, Functional test results: Hipot, Continuity, Polarity, Burst Test, etc.
- ◆Execute Fit, Form and Function for components and get the Approval signatures from Manufacturing Engineers, Product Engineers, Production Supervisors, SQE.
- ◆Notify PPAP Status to suppliers and Project members.
- ◆Complete P-24 in Windchill system according to the criteria.
- ◆Identify Critical features in New drawings to start requesting Monthly Report (CP and CPK) to the Suppliers.
- ◆Know how to read and interpret engineering
requirements
from text and drawings.
- ✓Know how to use a variety of tools, precision-measuring instruments, and volt meters.
- ✓Conduct technical quality assurance inspections and use results to improve production processes and standards.
- ✓Actively participle in Root Cause Analysis and Problem Solving.
- ✓Interface with engineering and production departments to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, and to develop rework/repair instructions and procedures.
- ✓Maintain clean, accurate data and documentation of all non-conforming material detected in Production. Perform, follow up, train and maintain the NCM process.
- ✓Perform inspection and audit duties on a variety of parts/units involving first piece, in process and final inspection.
- ✓Know how to read and interpret engineering
requirements
from text and drawings.
- ✓Know how to use a variety of tools, precision-measuring instruments, and volt meters.
- ✓Be responsible for attending and updating MDI teams.
- ✓Perform other duties as assigned by management.
- ✓This position will be part of the Quality team that supports Trane’s Manufacturing and Engineering operations at our Grand Rapids facility.
- ✓The Quality team strives to ensure that our values, culture, and engagement always allow us to do great things for our company.
- ✓We strive to provide the highest-level of service and support for our clients daily.
- ✓We work collaboratively to build strong relationships with our internal and external teams. You will report to Supplier Quality Engineering and collaborate with other Operations and Quality team members.
Experience and Skills Required
- ✓High School Diploma or equivalent with an associate degree in a technical field preferred.
- ✓Minimum of 2 years of experience working on Quality areas.
- ✓Ability to read and understand Engineering drawings.
- ✓Familiarity with quality measurement tools, including dimensional and electrical measuring equipment.
- ✓Ability to learn CMM and GDT as plus.
- ✓Strong mechanical aptitude.
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Where is the work
On-Site (5 days)
Key Competencies and Success Factors
- •Hands-on problem solver with sound judgement and keen trouble-shooting skills.
- •Self-starter with the ability to adapt interpersonal styles and techniques to influence at all levels of the organization.
- •Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, establish trust and credibility, and act with complete integrity.
- •Detail-oriented, resourceful, and diligent.
- •Strong time management and organizational skills.
- •Excellent communication skills.
- •Ability to work in a team setting and demonstrate a positive work attitude
- •Must have the ability to keep up with high volume in a fast-moving environment
- •Must have the ability to lift 35 lbs., as requested
No Sales Commission Eligible
No
Thrive at work and at home
- •Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
- •Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
- •401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
- •Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
- •Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.