New Balance

Quality Technician

Shelby Township, MI - Warrior Full time

WHO WE ARE:

Headquartered in Shelby Township, Michigan, Warrior Sports is recognized as one of the sporting goods industry’s premier manufacturers of innovative, high-performance, cutting-edge equipment, footwear, and apparel for lacrosse and hockey athletes of all ages and abilities.

Founded in 1992, Warrior was acquired by privately held New Balance Athletic Shoe, Inc. in February 2004. The 2007 acquisition of Boston-based Brine Sporting Goods further established Warrior Sports as the dominant force in the lacrosse and hockey world.

Position Summary:

Join our team to ensure athletes play safely and confidently with equipment that meets the highest quality and safety standards. As a Quality Technician  you’ll be hands-on with regulatory testing, supplier quality assurance, and product inspection for hockey and lacrosse equipment. This role blends detailed quality checks with collaboration to maintain compliance and drive continuous improvement.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Check products daily to make sure they meet quality standards.
  • Make sure equipment meets safety rules.
  • Help with certifications like NOCSAE.
  • Keep an eye on supplier quality.
  • Write clear instructions and keep records up to date.
  • Help create alerts and action plans when issues come up.
  • Assist with quality control plans and production readiness.
  • Work with teams on new product projects.
  • Help solve production problems and improve processes.
  • Keep your work area clean and safe.
  • Follow company policies and safety rules.
  • Perform other tasks as assigned by the Plant Manager or delegate.

Qualifications:

  • Basic knowledge of quality checks and safety standards.
  • Comfortable using Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Able to use measuring tools like force and height gauges.
  • Detail-oriented and good at managing time.
  • Ready to learn and work well with others.

Education & Experience:

  •  High School Diploma or GED.
  • 1+ year in quality, compliance, or manufacturing is a plus.

Physical Demands:

  • Standing, walking, and bending: Frequently
  • Lifting over 10 lbs: Frequently
  • Lifting up to 75 lbs: Occasionally
  • Kneeling: Occasionally
  • Sitting: Frequently

Associate Benefits

At Warrior, we know our success starts with our people. That’s why we offer a robust, low-cost benefits package, including:

  • Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) with 100% match on the first 5%
  • Paid parental leave
  • $100 monthly tuition loan repayment assistance
  • Fitness reimbursement
  • 4 weeks of PTO + 12 paid holidays
  • Volunteer time off
  • Employee discounts on New Balance, Warrior, and Brine products

Other Perks

  • Strong focus on growth and development
  • We love to promote from within—many associates have advanced multiple times
  • Comprehensive performance reviews and annual compensation adjustments
  • A collaborative, high-impact environment where every role matters

Why Join Us?

At Warrior, we’re passionate about creating innovative sporting goods that keep athletes safe and performing at their best. You’ll be part of a collaborative team that values quality, safety, and continuous improvement. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and the chance to make an impact in the sports industry.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Warrior provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates and takes affirmative action to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran.