Quality Technician

About Us

Smalley is the global manufacturing leader of precision metal formed products – known for our Spirolox® retaining rings and Crest-to-Crest® wave springs. Our success is propelled by our inventive spirit, devoted team members, extensive engineering proficiency, and technical ability, cultivated by over 100 years of manufacturing excellence. We supply to industries including aerospace, automotive, medical, energy, robotics and industrial machinery – supporting over 70% of the Fortune 500 global manufacturers.

We are proud of our commitment to delivering innovative, high-quality products, relentless pursuit of improvement, and unwavering dedication to providing excellent service to our valued customers.

At Smalley, we take pride in cultivating an inclusive work environment that values creativity, collaboration and diversity. We believe in our associates' unique perspectives that they bring to every challenge, which is why we will empower you to push the boundaries of what is possible. We are committed to nurturing an enjoyable work atmosphere demonstrated through activities such as Spirit Days, Cancer Awareness events, Health and Wellness activities, and fun sports opportunities to play in basketball, bags, and ping pong tournaments!

• Competitive compensation and benefits package as well as:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, Life insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO, and more!
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth
• Ongoing learning and training and development opportunities
• Company and department led team-building activities and events

We have an opening for a Quality Technician in our Quality Department! This individual will support and execute activities concerned with development, application, and maintenance of quality standards for industrial processes, materials, and products.

• Verifies work packages and completed work to ensure incorporation of required precise measurements and tests, as well as the proper controls
• Processes requests for regulatory issues including Conflict Minerals, REACH, and RoHS
• Implements the plans required to carry out quality test projects as assigned
• Assists Quality Engineers in processing standard 8D corrective action as well as preventative action, including issuance of in-house rejections and corrective action reports
• Supports customer complaints process, investigations, and customer responses
• Initiates material review, disposition, annual and customer required over-checks
• Assists Quality Engineers in review of customer specification requirements & documentation for PPAP’s
• Reviews supplier purchase orders
• Conducts authorization to ship for manual and electronic submission/approval activities for production order processes

• Associates degree or equivalent technical education related to quality control; or two to four years related quality experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience Automotive, aerospace, medical production experience in quality preferred
• Experience using internet to access customer portals
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers
• Ability to work under deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Must be authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis

A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is $46,000 - $56,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. This role is bonus/and or incentive eligible.

Smalley is an equal opportunity employer and believes in equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. Accordingly, all employment decisions are based on the principles of equal opportunity. These decisions include recruitment, selection, promotion, transfer, discipline, compensation, benefits, training, and other personnel actions involving persons in all job titles and shall occur without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, ancestry, marital status or any other legally protected class as recognized by applicable law.