
As a Quality Technician, you will play a key role in ensuring products meet defined quality standards and customer requirements. In this hands-on position, you’ll inspect materials and components, perform testing, and support troubleshooting efforts while working closely with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams. You’ll contribute to maintaining high standards of product quality by identifying nonconformances, communicating results, and applying SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing principles.
This is a swing shift position, Monday - Friday, 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM. The swing shift position has a pay differential of $3.00.
As a Quality Technician, a typical day might include the following:
Provide technical support to internal/external customers and clarify product or material quality requirements.
Inspect material or products according to technical requirements and quality standards, utilizing measurement and inspection equipment.
Conduct material testing in alignment with industry standards and under the guidance of an experienced technician or engineer/scientist.
Troubleshoot and characterize electrical and mechanical components under the guidance of an experienced technician or engineer/scientist.
Identify, contain, or evaluate nonconforming materials, parts, or products.
Participate in cross-functional teams to address quality issues.
Communicate quality results with stakeholders.
Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
This job might be for you if:
You have 2-year technical degree, technical certification, or equivalent training combined with relevant work experience
You have 1+ year of experience in electronics, materials quality, or manufacturing
You have knowledge of inspection techniques and measuring instruments
You have the ability to monitor and maintain calibration of tools and test equipment
You have the ability to maintain high standards for inspection and documentation
You have the ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and acceptability requirements
You have the experience with common computer and manufacturing applications
You have effective written, documentation, and communication skills
You have the ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
You have the ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
Preferred Qualifications:
Two-year STEM degree
Experience with quality tools and techniques
Knowledge of manufacturing processes and product flow
Knowledge of sheet metal, printed wiring boards, adhesives, and plastic components
Knowledge of industry standards and SEL Engineering Requirements
Knowledge of ISO 9001
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift 40 lbs
Ability to sit or stand for at least 8 hours
Ability to pull weight from high/low places
Ability to differentiate color
Ability to perform repetitive tasks
Pullman, WA- This position is located in Pullman, WA. Nestled in Eastern Washington, offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small-town living with spacious surroundings, no traffic hassles, and easy access to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Plus, benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area.
Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.
People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.
We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.
Pay Range Data
Quality Technician I $32.88 - $48.60 per hour. Quality Technician II $35.83 - $52.94 per hour. Quality Technician III $40.50 - $59.85 per hour. We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience. Our salary ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location. We base our starting pay offer and title on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.
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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

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