MacLean-Fogg is hiring a Quality Technician - 3rd Shift at our Mooresville, North Carolina facility. In this role, you will inspect in-process and finished products, perform quality testing, analyze inspection data, and support corrective action and continuous improvement.
Location: Mooresville, NC
Work Arrangement: On-site
Schedule: 3rd Shift, 9:45 PM-6:00 AM
Pay: $19-$22/hour, depending on skills and experience
Other Compensation: 4% shift premium
Employment Type: Full-time / Hourly
Inspect in-process and finished products to verify compliance with work instructions, specifications, and established quality standards.
Perform first-piece inspections and conduct visual, mechanical, and functional tests using appropriate tools and gaging instruments.
Accurately document inspection results and statistical data, enter information into quality management systems, and assist with reports that track quality and production performance.
Analyze inspection data and summarize findings to identify defects, non-conformances, deviations, and potential root causes; collaborate with other teams on corrective actions.
Assist with developing, writing, and updating inspection procedures, protocols, and checklists to reflect quality requirements and best practices.
Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, and product reliability.
Perform internal audits, verify adherence to quality processes and procedures, and escalate quality concerns with clear supporting documentation when needed.
Maintain accurate quality records, follow applicable industry regulations and company safety, environmental, and quality policies, and maintain a clean and organized work area using 5S principles.
2-5 years of experience in a similar role.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to address complex issues and problems.
Comprehensive working knowledge of relevant quality inspection subject matter.
This role requires standing for extended periods.
Employees in this role frequently bend and stoop.
The position requires the dexterity to handle small objects.
This role involves working in a noisy environment.
The physical requirements described above represent those needed to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Eligible employees across MacLean-Fogg and its affiliated companies have access to a comprehensive benefits program designed to support health, financial well-being, time away, and development. This position is eligible for benefits that include:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with company match and potential profit sharing
Paid time off and paid holidays
Health Savings Account contributions for eligible plans
Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability coverage
Paid parental leave
Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources
Virtual healthcare resources
Tuition reimbursement and development opportunities
Additional wellness, financial, and employee programs
Benefits are subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.
Explore our full benefits and interactive resources: https://explore.benefits.macleanfogg.app
After a conditional offer, this position requires a pre-employment drug screen. Testing and employment decisions are administered consistent with applicable law.
MacLean-Fogg is a fourth-generation, family-owned American manufacturing company headquartered in Mundelein, Illinois. Founded in 1925, we design and manufacture engineered components and solutions for automotive and industrial markets.
Our portfolio includes MacLean-Fogg Component Solutions, OMCO, Mallard Manufacturing, and Threadstrong. Across our companies, we share a commitment to Integrity, People, Customers, and Stewardship while investing in our people, manufacturing capabilities, customers, and communities.
MacLean-Fogg and its affiliated companies are equal opportunity employers. We provide equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply, complete an assessment, or participate in the hiring process, contact careers@macleanfogg.com
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MacLean-Fogg is a fourth-generation, family-owned American manufacturing company headquartered in Mundelein, Illinois. Founded in 1925, the company designs and manufactures American-made engineered metal and plastic components and systems serving automotive, industrial equipment, material handling, renewable energy, construction, heavy equipment, and infrastructure markets.
With approximately 2,400 employees across U.S.-based manufacturing facilities, MacLean-Fogg works side-by-side with customers to turn requirements into manufacturable solutions through practical engineering, disciplined operations, and reliable delivery.
The company is led by President and CEO Duncan MacLean. His father and former CEO, Barry MacLean, serves as Chairman of the Board, continuing a century of family stewardship and reinvestment in American manufacturing.
MacLean-Fogg operates through a portfolio of specialized businesses. MacLean-Fogg Component Solutions provides engineered components through core process expertise including cold forming, cold extrusion, hot forging, warm forming, precision machining, automated assembly, and injection and insert molding, alongside fastener, plastic, and additive manufacturing solutions. Threadstrong serves the aftermarket and direct-to-consumer market with high-performance fasteners developed in partnership with MacLean-Fogg Component Solutions. OMCO expands structural and fabricated metal capability through Roll Forming Plus, OMCO Solar, and OMCO Fabrication. Mallard Manufacturing designs and produces engineered pallet flow and carton flow storage systems for manufacturing and distribution facilities.
