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Quality Technician

Gates Corporation
vision insurance, sick time, tuition reimbursement, flex time, 401(k)
United States, Alabama, Red Bay
909 Gates Street (Show on map)
Oct 26, 2026
Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you. Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations. Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all? What To Expect As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward thinking, open-minded and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Located in our Red Bay, AL plant, you will be a Quality Technician. The Quality Technician is responsible for verifying process set-ups and providing specialized technical support to engineers and production teams to ensure final product quality. This role includes testing processed materials against quality specifications, assisting in troubleshooting production issues, and alerting key personnel to negative quality trends. The technician may be required to fill in on other shifts with short notice due to absences or vacations Key Responsibilities (to name a few) Perform testing of incoming and in-process materials to ensure compliance with quality specifications Provide specialized technical support to engineers and operations for evaluating final product characteristics Verify process set-ups and changeovers, and assist in troubleshooting production issues Analyze test data by comparing results to specifications, and promptly alert key personnel to any negative trends or nonconformances Fill in for absences, vacations, or other coverage needs on alternate shifts, often on short notice Focus on meeting customer quality expectations, with key performance metrics including cost of poor quality, customer incidents, PPM defects, and internal scrap About You Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, laboratory setting, or quality assurance Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and strong problem-solving abilities Basic understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC) Proficient in using Windows-based PCs and Microsoft Office applications Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship Pay & Benefits Full-Time/Part-Time/Contract Bonus Eligible/SIP Eligible/Sign-On Eligible/Equity Eligible Relocation is/is not provided Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire Eligible for (3 or 2) weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued If they are in Band 16+ (Director+) state - Eligible for Flexible Time Off 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match Tuition Reimbursement Why Gates? Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow. Work Environment Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Gates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.