• Job Description

  Req#: R77563

  Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

  The Quality Technician 2 will be responsible for supporting and maintaining applicable Quality System requirements for Commercial Operations. This includes but is not limited to batch characteristic maintenance, coordinating non-conforming material movements with 3PL, visual/dimensional/functional inspections of incoming purchased product as well as product re- worked/repackaged/manufactured/assembled in-house, determining if product meets specifications and documenting these decisions.

  What will you be doing?

  • Use SAP system to perform multiple transactions including batch creation/characteristic maintenance, stock movements, SLOC maintenance, non-conforming material quarantine, and quality release

  • Support the qualification/validation processes for company product

  • Perform first article inspections, and engineering led studies when required

  • Review corresponding product documentation to verify acceptability per specification and QSR requirements

  • Use SmartSolve system to perform Non-Conformance Initiation and Investigation

  • Inspect raw materials, components, assembled product, semi-finished product & finished product per inspection procedures/drawings and to print specifications

  • Apply attribute and variable measuring equipment/gauges as well as mating parts to determine as found/as left conditions of product

  • Support department and organizational objectives

  • Represent and promote quality standards

  Shift/Hours:

  Mon – Fri – 8:00am – 4:30pm

  What will you need to be successful?

  • Education:

    • High School Diploma or GED required

    • Associate’s degree (A.S.) from two-year college or technical school preferred

  • Experience:

    • 3+ years of SAP or other ERP system experience is required (using multiple SAP/ERP systems to resolve discrepancies is a plus)

    • 3+ years of work experience in related field and/or performing in a quality technician role that includes inspecting product per inspection procedures/drawings and to print specifications applying attribute and variable measuring equipment/gauges is required

    • ASQ CQI/CQT certification a plus

  • Understanding of good manufacturing practices

  • Ability to work in independently and in a team setting

  • Must possess good communication and documentation skills to maintain neat and accurate records

  • Ability to work in a manufacturing and/or clean room environment

  • Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing and drawing print interpretation

  • Must be capable of detecting nonconformities while performing inspections

  • Ability to make product judgments against applicable specifications

  • Apply attribute and variable measuring equipment/gauges as well as mating parts to determine as found/as left conditions of product

  • Physical Demands: Sitting/Standing 60%. Walking 30%. Carry up to 20 lbs 10%.

  • Travel Requirements: 0-5%

  You. Unlimited

  We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.

  Inclusion, Diversity and Equity- We are committed to welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Diversity, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/ ).

  Other reasons why you will love it here!

  • Your Future: 4 01k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement
    Work/Life Balance: PTO, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day

  • Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program

  • Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship

  • Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more

  Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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• About the company

  Smith & Nephew plc, also known as Smith+Nephew, is a British multinational medical equipment manufacturing company headquartered in Watford, England.

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