Quality Technician III

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Job Title: Quality Technician
Location: Alsip, IL (on-site)

About Us

Imagine a company with technology leadership of over 160 years, yet it operates with the energy of a startup. Ingersoll Rand has dedicated itself to Making Life Better for its employees, customers, shareholders, and planets. We produce innovative and mission-critical flow creation and life science technologies - from compressors to precision handling of liquids, gasses, and powers - to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Supported by over 80+ brands, our products are used in various end-markets including life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and more. Across the globe, we're driving growth with an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset. Learn more at irco.com and join us to own your future.

Job Overview:

Put your hands-on Quality Technician experience to work with Ingersoll Rand, a global leader in industrial innovation. We're seeking a skilled Quality Technician to support our IRP, MP Pump, and Oberdorfer Pump (MPOB) Business Unit, contributing directly to product excellence and continuous improvement. In this role, you'll use your practical manufacturing experience and strong working knowledge of quality processes to drive high-standard outcomes. Your ability to operate a CMM and run existing programs, combined with experience in gauging, calibration, and evaluation techniques, will be key to maintaining world-class quality. Exposure to PPAP documentation and a general familiarity with ISO procedures will set you up for success. If you're detail-oriented, passionate about improving product quality, and motivated by measurable results, this is your opportunity to make an impact.

Ready to bring your expertise to a company where innovation and quality go hand in hand? Join us and help shape the future of manufacturing excellence.

• Participate in internal and external audits, including ISO certification, customer audits, and project-specific quality requirements.
  
• Help maintain and execute internal gauge calibration programs and monitor metrology lab efficiency.
  
• Support inspection, testing, and recording for product development projects.
  
• Drive supplier continuous improvement
  through problem-solving, Root Cause & Corrective Actions, and report card communication.
  
• Train team members in problem-solving techniques and quality processes, including SWI and 5 Whys.
  
• Model conscious leadership and apply company values in daily work and continuous improvement
  activities.
  
• Monitor supplier and finished goods quality performance, track costs of inferior quality, and implement corrective actions.
  

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
  
• 5+ years of experience in quality management, including quality processes, inspection methods, and evaluation techniques.
  
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment using precision measuring tools such as optical comparators, calipers, micrometers, microscopes, and other inspection devices.
  
• 2+ years of experience operating a CMM, including executing existing programs
  
• 2+ years of experience with PPAP documentation and submission processes, with working knowledge of ISO procedures.
  
• 2+ years of experience applying problem-solving and facilitation skills to identify root causes and drive effective resolutions.
  

Core Competencies:

• Customer-Centric Mindset: Prioritizes customer needs while actively identifying opportunities to improve product quality and overall experience.
  
• Analytical & Quality Evaluation Skills: Applies data-driven thinking to solve problems, supported by deep knowledge of quality processes, inspection methods, and evaluation techniques.
  
• Technical & Computer Proficiency: Comfortable using conventional measuring equipment and experienced in Microsoft Excel and Word for documentation, reporting, and data organization.
  
• Communication & Supplier Engagement: Clearly articulates ideas, collaborates with stakeholders with confidence and diplomacy, and maintains an engaging, professional presence when working with a motivated supplier base.
  
• Adaptability: Remains flexible in changing environments, adjusting priorities based on evolving needs, quality findings, and business objectives.
  
• Technical Savvy: Quickly learns new systems and product details, demonstrating an aptitude for understanding complex equipment, processes, and operational
  
  requirements.
  

Preferences:

• Basic understanding of assembly methods.
  
• Basic understanding of blueprints and other documents that define product specification.
  
• Basic understanding of root cause analysis (5W1H, 5 Whys, Fishbone, etc.)
  
• ISO Internal Audit
  

Travel and Work Arrangements

• This position is fully based onsite in Alsip, Il
  
• Anticipated travel is under 5%
  

Pay Range: The base pay range for this role is $65,000 - $95,000. The pay range considers a wide range of factors that include a candidate's skills; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and geographic location.

What We Offer

At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership - taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical
and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.

Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology-driven excellence in mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40+ respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com