Technician I

Watlow Recruitment Team • St. Louis, MO

32d

About The Position

Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to thrive. We are making a positive impact every day as our solutions enrich the lives of people everywhere. We have been providing breakthrough thermal solutions for over 100 years! Our corporate values guide us uncompromisingly to always do the right thing, continually learn and improve, respect everyone, and lead with service and humility.
About Watlow
Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to thrive.
Guided by our values: Do what is right, Always learning and improving, Respect everyone, and Lead with service and humility — we empower our people to turn ideas into real impact. Joining Watlow means becoming part of a team that embraces challenges, grows together, and shapes the future of technology, while making a real difference in the world.
We are hiring: Technician I – First Article Inspection (FAI)
Position Summary
This is a technical, individual contributor role focused on First Article Inspection (FAI), FAI report preparation, engineering drawing review, and customer communication. This position serves as a critical quality gatekeeper, ensuring products meet all customer requirements and internal standards before release.

Requirements

• Two-year degree or technical certificate, or 3–5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment with technical products.
• Ability to read and accurately interpret engineering drawings.
• Basic understanding of electrical concepts (training provided).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook and Teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to multitask.
• Ability to work effectively with multiple teams and interact with customers as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SolidWorks is a plus.
• Associate’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform First Article Inspections (FAI) to verify product compliance with customer drawings and specifications.
• Exercise discernment in identifying order-specific FAI requirements.
• Execute testing, inspection, and evaluation of products and manufacturing processes per defined standards and procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (CFT) to resolve discrepancies and support technical issues.
• Ensure products meet all quality and compliance requirements prior to release.
• Complete assigned tasks in accordance with documented procedures and work instructions with minimal supervision.
• Assist with calibration activities and receiving inspection processes as needed.
• Follow all organizational and departmental safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Serve as the quality and compliance “Gate”—assertive, thorough, and detail-oriented in decision-making.
• Effectively manage fluctuating and high-volume workloads.

Benefits

• Annual Incentive Program
• 401(k) plan that includes a company match on your contribution and an annual company contribution that is tied to company performance
• Wellness incentives
• Employee Personal Assistance Program
• Dental, medical, vision and short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Paid holidays, personal time, and vacation
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees