Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

The Career:

Are you a team player who takes pride in producing high-quality work in a safe and efficient environment? As an Assembler at QA1 , you'll be an integral part of our Lakeville, Minnesota based manufacturing team, where your performance is directly tied to key areas of success: safety, quality, on-time delivery, and cost efficiency. Your key responsibilities will be assembling products according to production guidelines, working alongside your team to meet and exceed targets. If you are willing to learn and grow, we offer training to help you succeed in this position. If you are safety conscious, quality-driven, and have a strong track record of reliability, we’d love to hear from you!

What You Will Do:

• Product Assembly: Assemble products following specific production guidelines, ensuring consistency and quality with every unit.
• Team Collaboration: Work seamlessly with your team members to achieve production targets while promoting a positive and efficient workplace.
• Safety + Quality: Be committed to upholding safety standards and quality control measures in all aspects of your work.
• Continuous Improvement: Offer suggestions to reduce waste, enhance efficiency, and improve processes.
• Problem Solving: Report any discrepancies, equipment malfunctions, or safety concerns, and assist in troubleshooting where necessary.
• Other duties as beneficial to th e success of QA1.

The Critical Skills and Experience You’ll Need:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least age 18.
• At least 1-year solid work experience; previous experience in a manufacturing setting preferred but not required.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to use hand tools; previous experience with power tools and ability to read blueprints is preferred but not required
• Person people want to work with.
• Working knowledge of basic hand and/or power tools.
• Positive attitude, reliable attendance with excellent work ethic.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Basic math, reading and English communication skills.
• Comfortable with team interaction or alone under busy conditions with minimal supervision.
• Must be available and open to the idea of cross training + learning.
• Ability to meet physical requirements of the job including extended standing 8-10 hours a day with occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 60 lbs.

The Company:

QA1 is a privately held leader in performance shocks, steering and suspension systems, composite driveshafts, rod ends and related components for the motorsports and industrial markets. With multiple U.S.-based manufacturing facilities equipped with state-of-the-art technology, we are committed to delivering high-quality products that meet the demanding standards of our customers.

Our core values: Create Solutions, Earn It, People Centric, Do the Right Thing - guide everything we do, shaping our products, customer interactions, and internal collaborations. These principles shape a culture that provides premium performance at competitive pricing, while continuously innovating to solve complex challenges. With a focus on long-term relationships, we prioritize customer interests and deliver reliability and credibility.

At QA1, our expertise is complemented by a genuine passion for helping our customers succeed with their projects. Our team of over 200 individuals includes passionate racers, automotive enthusiasts, and experts from a variety of industrial fields, fostering a dynamic and collaborative workforce.

Our work environment is more than just task-oriented; it is a place where we support each other, have fun, and recognize that every contribution is essential to our collective success. We are not just a company; we are a close-knit, high performing team dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences for our customers and one another.

The Rewards:

At QA1, we recognize that high-performing teams deserve exceptional rewards. That is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to keep our team members motivated and focused on achieving their career goals. We are committed to supporting our team by offering the resources they need to perform at their best and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Our rewards include:

• Shift : 10-hour shifts either day or night, Monday through Thursday. Choose the shift that works best for you with start times at 6:00am, 6:30am, or 4pm
• Competitive Pay – Generous shift differential for night (12% higher than Day schedule)
• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, life, disability, vision insurance and more
• 401(k) with Company Contribution – Helping you plan for a secure future.
• Paid Time Off – Company-paid days off for holidays and taking time to recharge.
• Wellness Programs & Perks – Programs to keep you in top shape—physically, socially, and financially.
• Development Opportunities – Personal and professional growth opportunities, including education reimbursement, to keep you improving your skills and advancing your career.
• Community Engagement – Opportunities to give back through local and national charity efforts, strengthening the community around us.
• Employee Product Discounts – Enjoy discounts on company products so you can experience our incredible solutions firsthand.
• Additional benefits include – a climate-controlled manufacturing floor, a newly renovated breakroom with on-site canteen offerings, and a relaxed and casual dress code.

Interested or Know Someone Who Is?

If this opportunity and our team-oriented culture align with your career goals, please visit for more information and to apply. We carefully review every application received. We welcome applications from candidates who are committed to multicultural understanding and enriching our diverse community. To ensure a safe and secure workplace, QA1 conducts criminal background checks and drug screenings for all new hires.

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