Technician, Quality

Technician, Quality

Location: Wilmington, MA.
Employment type: Full‑time.
FLSA status: Non‑Exempt/Hourly.
Reports to: Quality Manager.
Workspace options: Onsite, Hybrid, or Fully Remote.

Kovalus Separation Solutions (KSS) is looking for a Quality Technician who will follow detailed chemical mix instructions, processes, and procedures to create membrane solutions. The role offers on‑the‑job training and a collaborative team atmosphere that rewards continuous learning, constructive feedback, and success-driven performance.

• Ownership of the Customer Returns and Investigations Laboratory, RMA (Returned Material) room and Inspection room. Responsible for their safety, cleanliness, and organization.
• Support Customer Care Program by owning Customer Returns and Investigations work. This includes organizing Investigation meetings, managing material that has been returned from customers, conducting simple hands‑on work and writing draft reports to summarize the investigations.
• In charge of the facilities calibrations on the campus. This includes organizing equipment, scheduling with external vendors, coordinating with internal Production and Maintenance, and maintaining calibration records.
• Conduct First Article Inspections and Receiving Inspections, issue internal reports, and identify nonconforming materials.
• Participate in Internal Audits and occasional Supplier Audits.
• Support External Customer audits as needed.
• Review test data versus specifications to determine if a product is compliant and able to ship. Sign certificate of quality.
• Other tasks related to the Kovalus Quality Management, as may be deemed necessary.

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related science disciplines.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Able to lift up to 30 lbs. Must bend, reach, lift, kneel, and be on feet for several hours at a time.

• 1+ year of experience working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to Quality management.
• Basic knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 and ISO audits.
• Basic knowledge of ERP systems.
• Strong organizational skills, self‑driven, and able to prioritize daily tasks.
• Excellent people skills and clear verbal and written communication abilities.

• Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, stairs, and work in proximity to loud equipment.
• Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Must be able to see and respond to at‑risk situations.
• Must wear personal protective gear when in industrial locations.
• Must sit for longer periods of time as well as move throughout the office and production/laboratory environment.

• Medical (4 plan options), Dental (2 plan options), and Vision insurances.
• 401(k) with company match and fixed company contribution.
• Health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts.
• Company‑provided basic life insurance with optional additional voluntary life insurance.
• Disability insurance (short‑term company paid, long‑term split between company and employee).
• Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Business and personal travel insurance.
• 10 paid holidays, vacation time, sick time, and employee assistance program.
• Educational assistance program and referral bonus.
• Bereavement leave.

Compensation Range: $19.57 – $24.38 per hour.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Next opportunity from this position:
Quality Technician II.

Work schedule:

Monday‑Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. (some flexibility available).

Note: This role is not available for sponsorship now or in the future.