At AriensCo, we build more than exceptional products – we create opportunities that impact careers. Our culture values innovative thinking, hard work and determination. We interact in teams, collaborate together and make decisions quickly.

We see growth potential in every team member, and are committed to supporting our employees with continuous training and advancement opportunities. 
 
Our environment? We’re corporate, without being “corporate.” Whether you work at our headquarters, manufacturing facilities, or one of our global distribution businesses, you’ll always have the freedom to create and contribute.  Our company vision is “Passionate People, Astounded Customers.” Quite simply: it revolves around people 
 
Speaking of people, you’re not just employee #1,762 to us. You’re family and your role is invaluable. Without exceptional people, we can’t continue to produce the amazing products we're known for around the world.
 
Ready for the ride of your career? Then come join us. By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to work in a rewarding workplace with a strong sense of community. 

Job Description:

At Ariens Company we understand that Passionate Employees + Astounded Customers = SUCCESS! We offer a fast-paced, casual environment with a strong sense of community. As a member of our team you will have the opportunity to make an impact and be recognized for it. At Ariens you’re not just an employee, you're family!

We are currently recruiting for a motivated and passionate Senior Quality Technician to support the manufacturing of Zero Turn Mowers, Snow Blowers, and other Outdoor Power Equipment (OPE) by performing the following tasks:

Senior Level Specific Responsibilities

• Train fellow Quality Technicians in Floor Support and Inspection

• Create and maintain standard work and training documents for Quality tasks

• Effectively communicate and reinforce company commitment to quality improvement efforts

• Support and continuously improve a behavioral-based safety culture

• Influence teams to understand the importance of and to be effective at 6S

• Help the teams to understand quality standards, performance targets and goals in ways that align with the company’s plans and vision.

• Coach and provide feedback to achieve excellence and recognize success. Facilitate 2-way conversations that develop team members to their fullest potential.

• Influence without authority to ensure Ariens Quality standards are followed and embraced.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform several daily Process Audits to ensure all processes are being followed per Ariens standards

• Complete Product Audits to ensure all products are being manufactured per design intent

• Carry Out problem solving efforts, using 8D’s and A3’s daily

• Eliminate waste in all processes using Lean Manufacturing Tools and Techniques

• Execute “Floor Support” by supporting Manufacturing and removing the hurdles that negatively affect production

• Inspect components, using an array of equipment, to print and/or CAD specifications

• Learn Ariens standards and OPE industry standards and apply them in this role

• Teach other Ariens employees Quality processes and methods

• Identify and process non-conforming material 

• Drive action based on the regular review of data and metrics

• Reduce risk using Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA) tools

• Raise awareness by posting Quality Alerts

• Communicate process capability using Statistical Process Control (SPC)

• Ensure Ariens suppliers are compliant by verifying PPAP submissions and/or auditing their parts within incoming inspection

Senior Level Required Qualifications

• Capable of training Quality Technicians in Floor Support and Inspection

• Completion of rotations in Plant 1 and Plant 3, for Inspection and Floor Support

• Completion of Ariens Advanced Quality Technician Program’s 18 credit Quality Manufacturing Certificate *

• Enrollment in Ariens Advanced Quality Technician Program until at least completing the Quality Technical Diploma