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Quality Technician

Mercury Marine · Fond du Lac, WI

Posted Jul 9, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

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Behavioral

Walk me through a time you found a nonconforming part on the line. What did you do first, and how did you decide whether it needed to be contained or scrapped?

whether the candidate follows a disciplined containment process rather than reacting ad hoc

Tell me about a corrective action you drove with a supplier. What was the root cause, and how did you confirm the fix actually held over time?

experience closing the loop on supplier CAPAs rather than just documenting a problem

Tell me about a time you had to shut down or contain a quality spill that affected both a supplier's parts and parts already in your plant. How did you organize that?

capacity to coordinate a multi-source containment under pressure

Describe the most complex production problem you've had to troubleshoot. How did you know you'd found the actual root cause and not just a symptom?

depth of problem-solving methodology, like 5-why or fishbone, versus guesswork

Tell me about a time a supplier's material didn't meet spec and it was about to cause a line down. How did you handle the supplier conversation and the internal side at the same time?

ability to manage supplier accountability and internal production pressure simultaneously

Technical

How do you read a GD&T callout on a print, say a position tolerance with a datum reference frame, and what does that tell you about how to inspect the part?

real fluency with GD&T versus surface familiarity with the term

What's your process for writing a standardized work instruction for an engine assembly step? How do you make sure it actually gets used on the floor?

ability to translate technical requirements into something operators will follow

What do you know about PPAP and Advanced Quality Planning, and where have you actually touched that process, even a piece of it?

whether APQP knowledge is applied experience or textbook recall

Have you used SPC or basic quality tools like Pareto charts or control charts to catch a problem before it became bigger? Tell me about that.

practical use of statistical tools versus just naming them

Situational

Say you're auditing a work area against ISO 9001:2015 and you find a work instruction that doesn't match what the operator is actually doing. What do you do in that moment and after?

understanding of internal audit conduct and whether they escalate versus just note it

How would you run an MRB review for a batch of parts that are borderline out of tolerance but might still be usable? Who do you pull in and what's your disposition logic?

understanding of MRB roles and the difference between engineering judgment and shortcutting

If you found out plant-wide tool calibration was behind schedule, how would you prioritize which tools to get current first?

risk-based thinking rather than treating calibration as a checklist afterthought

If you disagreed with an engineer's decision to accept a nonconforming part through MRB, what would you do?

willingness to push back appropriately without being obstructive, given cross-functional pressure

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The full job description

As published by Mercury Marine.

Are you ready for what’s next?   Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond.  Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.  Innovation is the heart of Brunswick.  See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality: Position Overview : As a Quality Technician on the Mercury Racing team, you will provide strategic and tactical support to Operations, Engineering and Procurement by executing various quality activities as outlined below. At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver. Essential Functions: • Perform supplier/sister plant development activities, driving Corrective Actions, elimination of errors and improvement of efficiency. • Complete internal auditing to ISO standard. • Troubleshoot particularly complex or troublesome production problems and drive corrective action. • Support enterprise Nonconforming Material Process as Required. Conduct Part containment, MRB review, internal/external supplier notification, part disposition and subsequent corrective actions. • Organize and direct quality spill and containment activities for both internal and external sources. • Creation of standardized work instructions, quality alerts and applicable training for engine/component assembly. • Lead role in ensuring plant wide tool calibration is conducted in a timely manner. • Engage with the global supply base/Internal operations to assist in developing and ensuring that all direct purchased materials meet specification requirements, and do so over time to eliminate line downs, project delays, recalls, or other quality failures resulting in customer dissatisfaction. Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way. Required Qualifications: • High school diploma or GED • 2 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, operations, or quality engineering • Familiarity with GD&T and the ability to read & understand blueprints, tolerances and symbols • Understanding of quality concepts: basic quality tools and problem-solving techniques • Knowledge of Advanced Quality Planning to support the Product Development process (PPAP) • Working knowledge Of ISO 9001:2015 Preferred Qualifications: • Associates degree in a specialized technical/scientific field • ASQ certified Quality Technician or Auditor • Lean six sigma Green or Black Belt certification with project experience • Thorough knowledge of inspection techniques, metrology methods, tolerances, blueprint reading, routings, S.P.C. techniques, personal computers, and general shop practices. CMM knowledge/operation • Working knowledge of DC tooling and advanced gaging The anticipated pay range for this position is $42,500 - $63,600 annually.  The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location.  In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus program. At Brunswick, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the salary range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context. This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), wellbeing program, product purchase discounts and much more.  Details about our benefits can be found here . Next is Now!   We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.  If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hrsharedservices@brunswick.com  for support.  For more information about EEO laws, - click here Brunswick Corporation participates in E-Verify as part of our commitment to a lawful and transparent hiring process. For additional information click here: https://www.brunswick.com/e-verify . Brunswick and Workday Privacy Policies Brunswick does not accept applications, inquiries or solicitations from unapproved staffing agencies or vendors. For help, please contact our support team at: hrsharedservices@brunswick.com or 866-278-6942. All job offers will come to you via the candidate portal you create when applying through a posted position through https:///www.brunswick.com/careers .  If you are ever unsure about what is being required of you during the application process or its source, please contact HR Shared Services at 866-278-6942 or HRSharedServices@brunswick.com . #Brunswick Corporation - Mercury Marine

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