Career Opening: Quality Assurance Technician
Location: Clarence NY Headquarters

Seal & Design, Inc. is a family owned company founded and located in Clarence, NY with three divisions located across the U.S. and Canada. Our product line includes gaskets, o-rings, seals, molded products, die-cut foams, and many other specific products for all kinds of sealing applications. We provide superior products to our customers across many industries, including: Automotive, Medical, Military, Aerospace, Electronics, Power Generation, Hydraulics, and HVAC.
To learn more about us visit www.sealanddesign.com and view our recruiting video at https://youtu.be/Bae9usXohso.
Job Information
Title | Quality Assurance Technician |
Description | Performs the quality aspects associated with raw material, inspection and fabrication activities and ensures that quality concepts and controls are integrated into fabrication and receiving operations. |
Hours | Full time, Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm |
Responsibilities
- Qualifies first-piece fabrication product and performs random quality checks as indicated by the quality specifications; has the authority to stop production when needed to correct quality problems
- Completes first article approval processes (FAIR’s), as required
- Utilizes the vision system inspection machines and other testing equipment as needed
- Completes routine auditing and inspection of shop floor activities to ensure compliance with manufacturing, customer and quality requirements
- Conducts inspection of and qualifies resale items and tooling used in fabrication
- Maintains records and procedures in compliance with all quality standards and certifications
- Reviews incoming product, segregates damaged / out-of-spec product when necessary and informs supervisors of any findings
- Initiates the non-conformance process; identifies preventive actions and continual improvement opportunities
- Interfaces with Sales Department to understand all dimensional and customer specifications in order resolve any issues and updates to specific requirements
- Works with Purchasing, Sales, and Shipping & Receiving Departments on returns, as needed, to ensure receipt of credit and/or replacement of products
- Assists Director of QA, Quality Engineer / PPAP Coordinator, QA Specialist & QA Inspector in any duties as requested
Qualifications
- Associates degree (AA) in a technical curriculum or three to five years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Proficiency working in a computer supported environment with business system software and Microsoft office programs
- Knowledge of ISO 9001 & IATF 16949 quality standards
- Experience using hand-held and automated measuring equipment such as calipers, tape measures and micrometers
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints
- Understanding of Lean 5S principles
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow; able to multi-task
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
- Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
Benefits
Seal & Design rewards our engaged and talented team with competitive salaries and generous, comprehensive benefit packages which include:
- Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
- 401(k) and profit sharing
- Paid Time Off
- Bonuses
- Paid Holidays
- Life Insurance
- Yearly Performance Reviews