Quality Technologist

Company Description

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. 

Smiths Detection, part of Smiths Group is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security.

Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security.  

This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day.

Job Description

This position will support the Edgewood Quality Team. This role will be providing quality support for the assigned product (s) or areas of responsibilities. This role will support the testing of materials used in the manufacturing process and for the preparation of solutions used in those products. This role will also support data analysis and monitoring and reporting of nonconforming materials.

Job duties to include but are not limited to;

• Test new and raw materials and products before introduction into production processes, according to established written work instructions
• Test Consumables products post-production according to established written work instructions
• Prepare solution needed to support post-production testing
• Document and maintain accurate test results, ensure product is appropriately staged for delivery or quarantined if nonconforming
• Participate in troubleshooting product and process issues
• Follow company policies and legislative requirements regarding health and safety including usage, care and storage of personal protective equipment
• Interact with Quality Engineers and other team members within Clean Room, Production, Materials and Consumables teams and keeps them up-to-date regarding quality control issues and results
• Perform data analysis and reporting of factory and supplier performance. Identify improvement targets to the Quality Engineering team
• Maintain PowerBI dashboards to ensure data is current. Identify and work to correct data errors and omissions
• Identify potential improvements to nonconformance data collection
• Monitor and report out on nonconforming material inventory to ensure items are processed in a timely manner. Ensure material movements in and out of this inventory are controlled
• Assist with development of work instructions to document key processes
• Ensure pipettes, balances and other laboratory equipment are calibrated according to established written work instructions
• Maintain 5S practices. Participate / facilitate in LEAN 6 Sigma events.
• Support key quality and management system processes such as MRB and CAPA
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/training: Bachelor’s Degree in a scientific field of study, or an adequate combination of Education and Experience to effectively perform the job requirements; Degree in Chemistry and related coursework preferred.

Experience: 1 year experience working with chemical solvents in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Knowledge/skills:

• Strong math and analytical data analysis skills and analytical approach.
• Knowledge/Experience in calibration and usage of chemical laboratory equipment and solutions preparation
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and internet
• Knowledge of health and safety issues relating to laboratory work including general health and safety rules, hazard identification, OSHA and safe work practices
• Ability to follow written work instructions and test procedures.
• Ability to lift 30 pounds
• Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, as well as in a team environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment with changing demands and conflicting deadlines
• Experience with, and good knowledge of ISO 9001 or higher
• Excellent oral and written communications.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Background: This position may require Sensitive Security Information (SSI) access and vetting via the TSA. If required, applicant must successfully pass a federal background investigation. This position may require a U.S. Personal Security Clearance.

SDI is a Federal Contractor and a drug-free workplace. By submitting an application, I confirm that I understand that the Company has a right to require me to submit to a drug test prior to employment and at any time during my employment, to the extent permitted by law.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The individual’s primary workplace is located in the Edgewood production facility there are no exposures to unusual elements.

Additional Information

We offer…

Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.

Smiths Detection is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity PostersIf you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email [email protected].

The compensation for this position ranges from $44,040.00 -$102,760.00/yr and will vary depending on factors such as your location, skills, job-related knowledge, and experience. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of discretionary annual bonus or commissions. Smiths Detection provides comprehensive benefits including healthcare, 401K savings plan, company holidays, vacation, sick time, parental leave and an employee assistance program. Eligibility requirements apply.

If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail [email protected] or call toll-free 877-703-1029. This email and phone number is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response. Smiths Detection, Inc. participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)