Job Title

Supplier Quality Technician / Incoming Inspection Specialist

Location

Memmingen, Germany (fully on-site)

About Us

Gardner Denver Thomas GmbH is part of the Precision and Science Technologies segment of the global Ingersoll Rand group. We develop and manufacture pumps, compressors, and systems for international OEM customers. Our products are used in medical, automotive, environmental, and other applications where gases and liquids need to be moved.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Supplier Quality Technician / Incoming Inspection Specialist to join our team at our Memmingen production facility. This position combines hands-on inspection and measurement activities with first article inspections, supplier support, data analysis, and structured problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming inspections based on AQL requirements and conduct product audits using conventional and advanced measuring equipment, including optical measurement systems, coordinate measuring machines (CMM), and force-displacement testing equipment.
• Support the Engineering department with measurement activities and first article inspections using existing CMM programs and other measurement methods; modify existing measurement programs as needed.
• Define inspection processes together with suppliers as part of quality planning and for incoming inspection, including skip-lot decisions.
• Independently perform first article inspections for less complex components.
• Conduct statistical supplier-related analyses, identify trends, and determine appropriate actions.
• Support and develop suppliers and initiate, coordinate, and implement improvement actions.
• Handle supplier complaints and nonconformities using the 8D problem-solving method.

Basic Qualifications

• Completed technical vocational training, for example as an industrial mechanic, mechatronics technician, or in a comparable technical profession.
• Several years of relevant professional experience, preferably in Quality Assurance.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, combined with good spatial awareness.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in German and English.
• Independent and precise working style with a strong quality mindset.
• Proficient in the use of conventional measuring equipment, such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, surface roughness testers, Shore hardness testers, and force gauges.
• Initial experience with coordinate measuring machines, preferably ZEISS CALYPSO, is preferred.
• Willingness to complete further training in the fundamentals of metrology.

Travel & Work Arrangements / Requirements

• Permanent, full-time position at our Memmingen production facility.
• This position is fully on-site.
• Occasional supplier visits may be required.

Key Competencies

• Strong quality mindset and attention to detail
• Analytical thinking and structured problem-solving
• Solid technical understanding and metrology skills
• Clear communication and constructive supplier collaboration
• Teamwork, flexibility, and a proactive approach

What We Offer

• A secure, future-oriented position in an innovative and international company with varied and interesting responsibilities.
• Comprehensive onboarding as well as role-specific training and development opportunities.
• 13 monthly salaries, an individual performance allowance, a team bonus, and attractive company pension options.
• Employee share participation options.
• 30 days of annual vacation plus additional special leave.
• Health and work-life balance support through various working-time models, subsidized fitness options through Wellpass, JobRad bicycle leasing, complimentary water, and fresh fruit.