About Smith

Founded in 1984, Smith sources, manages, and distributes the electronic components that go into everything from mobile phones and computers to appliances and automobiles. Smith is the leading independent distributor of electronic components and ranks eighth among all global distributors.

We buy and sell components 24 hours per day, with global sales of USD $3.4 billion in 2025 and in excess of USD $16 billion over the last five years. We’re always moving as we help manufacturers navigate market shifts, customize supply chain solutions, test components using cutting-edge technology, and more.

As a privately held company, Smith employs more than 700 people worldwide, with offices spanning four continents. Our team members are spread out around the world while staying connected to each other, allowing us to provide the expertise of a multinational company while still giving the tailored support of a local business. We have regional headquarters in Houston, Amsterdam, and Hong Kong sales and purchasing offices in Austin, Bangalore, Berlin, Cluj-Napoca, Guadalajara, London, Munich, New York, Penang, São Paulo, Seoul, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Tokyo, and distribution hubs in Houston, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, and Singapore.

For more information, please visit our company website: https://www.smithweb.com

QC Specialist - Counterfeit Detection

Job Description

• Prepare testing method related work instructions in the laboratory
• Perform visual inspection on electronic components.  
• Using various microscopic equipment and the naked eye, to ensure the component matches manufacturer specifications and no damage.
• Using alcohol swipe and scrape test to verify product has not been black topped.
• Determine if there are “red flags” that indicate a possible suspect part.
• Operate and maintain analytical instruments, perform tests in a laboratory such as, but not limited to, XRF, X-RAY, Microscopy, Decapsulation, Solderability, Curve Tracing, and C-SAM.
• Communicate/coordinate with 3rd party calibration/test houses to address equipment calibration/maintenance/additional customer testing

Requirements

• Support laboratory on tasks/processes related to ISO 17025 lab system/customer audits
• Utilize our proprietary system to complete, in detail, the component inspection process and upload any documentation, including but not limited to test results.
• Prepare test reports in a timely manner and ensure tests are performed in accordance with industrial standards/ customer specified testing plans.
• Communicate with appropriate individuals when discrepancies arise.
• Monitor laboratory operation and test turnaround time.
•   Report any abnormal incidents to management team.

Competencies

• 3+ years component or product inspection, testing, counterfeit detection
• Solid written and oral communication skills a must
• Ability to work in a fast-paced lab environment
• Strong analytical skills and attention to details
• Multi-tasking and organization skills required
• Knowledge of the electronics distribution field is helpful
• Knowledge of ESD controls/ISO 17025 lab system is a plus

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.