Quality Technician II

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-owned company

ESOP

Competitive benefits

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. in Pullman, WA seeks a Quality Technician II to lead a small team of quality professionals and provide hands-on support to manufacturing operations.

You will troubleshoot electrical and mechanical components, oversee inspection and testing activities, and collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams to ensure product conformance and process stability.

Qualifications

• 2-year technical degree or equivalent work experience in engineering/science field.
• 3+ years experience with electronics and/or mechanical assemblies.
• 1-2 years experience leading people with daily direction and feedback.
• Working knowledge of inspection techniques and measurement systems.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience using manufacturing software/tools and documenting quality data.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and support a team of quality technicians to ensure consistent inspection, testing, and quality processes.
• Communicate quality findings, trends, and results to stakeholders across manufacturing, engineering, and leadership.
• Assign work, prioritize tasks, and provide day-to-day direction to meet production and quality objectives.
• Learn new technical topics to improve troubleshooting effectiveness and team capability.
• Troubleshoot and characterize electrical and mechanical components to identify root causes.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching

Troubleshooting

Inspection & testing

Communication

Education

Two-year technical degree

Technical certification

STEM degree (preferred)

Tools

Inspection equipment

Calibration tools

Job description

As a Quality Technician II, you will lead a small team of quality professionals while providing hands‑on technical support to manufacturing operations. In this role, you will troubleshoot electrical and mechanical components, oversee inspection and testing activities, and collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams to ensure product conformance and process stability. This role combines people leadership and technical expertise and is ideal for someone who enjoys coaching others, solving complex quality problems, and driving continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment. Note: This is a swing shift position, Monday - Friday, 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM

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.

Typical Day

• Leading, coaching, and supporting a team of quality technicians to ensure consistent execution of inspection, testing, and quality processes.
• Communicating quality findings, trends, and results clearly to manufacturing, engineering, leadership, and other stakeholders.
• Assigning work, prioritizing tasks, and providing day‑to‑day direction to meet production and quality objectives.
• Researching and learning new technical topics to improve troubleshooting effectiveness and team capability.
• Troubleshooting and characterizing electrical and mechanical components to identify root causes of quality issues.
• Providing technical quality support to internal and external customers by interpreting and clarifying product, material, and process requirements.
• Conducting material and product testing in alignment with industry standards and internal requirements.
• Supporting investigations into production issues, including material defects, test failures, assembly issues, and process variation.
• Participating in cross functional teams focused on root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• A 2-year technical degree, technical certification, or equivalent work experience in an engineering or science related field.
• 3+ years of experience working with electronics and/or mechanical assemblies.
• 1-2 years of experience leading people, including responsibility for daily work direction, coaching, and performance feedback.
• Working knowledge of inspection techniques, measurement systems, and common inspection equipment.
• The ability to monitor, maintain, and support calibration programs for inspection tools and test equipment.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain high standards for inspection accuracy and documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and acceptance criteria.
• Experience using common computer applications in a manufacturing or quality environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including technical documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• A 2-year STEM degree.
• Experience using quality tools and methodologies such as root cause analysis, corrective and preventive action (CAPA), or continuous improvement techniques.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and product flow.
• Familiarity with sheet metal components, printed wiring boards, adhesives, and plastic components.
• Knowledge of applicable industry standards, SEL Engineering Requirements, and ISO 9001.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods (up to 8 hours).
• Ability to pull or retrieve items from high and low locations.
• Ability to accurately differentiate colors.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks.

#INDD6 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.

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

SEL invents, designs, and builds digital products and systems that protect power grids around the world. This technology prevents blackouts and enables customers to improve power system reliability and safety at a reduced cost. A 100 percent employee‑owned company headquartered in Pullman, Washington, SEL has manufactured products in the United States since 1985 and now serves customers worldwide. Our mission is simple: to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.