SMI&C Co., Ltd. is a small and medium-sized enterprise established in 2006, led by CEO Lee Jong-jin. It primarily manufactures NBR FLOATs (foamed floats) used in automotive fuel gauges and is a technology-intensive hidden champion possessing the only NBR float manufacturing technology in Korea.

"Since its establishment in 2006, SMI&C Co., Ltd. has been an export-oriented company driven by a strong will and passion to grow into a 'hidden champion' – a small but strong enterprise. We manufacture FLOATs (foamed floats), which are crucial automotive parts that move the needle of the fuel gauge on a car's dashboard. Although not directly visible, they play a key role in measuring the amount of fuel in the fuel tank. Furthermore, as components for measuring liquid volumes, they are widely used in various industries."

Business Areas

• Supply of NBR FLOATs for Automotive Level Sensors: SMI&C Co., Ltd. holds a unique position in the specialized manufacturing of NBR FLOATs (foamed floats), which are core components of automotive and industrial level sensors. We manufacture essential parts for level sensors that measure the real-time remaining fuel inside automotive fuel tanks and supply them to global Tier 1 suppliers.
• Manufacturing and Export of Other Rubber Products: In addition to automotive parts, our liquid volume measuring components are utilized in various industries, including as core parts for overfill prevention valves in outdoor BBQ LPG containers. We are an export-oriented company that exports over 80% of our manufactured products to global markets, playing a pivotal role in the global finished vehicle parts supply chain.

Products

• NBR FLOAT (Foamed Float): This is a core component that provides the force to move the needle of an automotive fuel gauge, used to measure the amount of fuel in the fuel tank. Through proprietary rubber foaming technology and special blending methods, it is a high-quality product that maintains excellent dimensional stability and pressure resistance even in chemical fuel environments.

Special Notes

• Unique Technology and Patent Holdings: We possess the only NBR float manufacturing technology in Korea and continuously invest in technological development, including acquiring a patent for 'Foamed Float Production Technology through Low-Sulfur Blending Technology'.
• Global Market Competitiveness and Quality Certification: As an export-oriented company, we have achieved price competitiveness and increased productivity by adopting advanced automation methods in our production facilities. We have obtained quality management certifications such as IATF 16949:2016, ISO 9001, and TS16949, meeting the strict quality standards of global finished vehicle manufacturers.
• Continuous Innovation and Growth: We invest over 7% of our sales revenue in R&D annually, continuously pursuing innovative projects. Recently, we have expanded our R&D scope to precision measurement equipment, such as fluid density measurement sensors, to respond to the future mobility market.

Recruitment Information

• Main Hiring Positions: We primarily recruit production management office staff and quality team members/assistant managers, accepting both new graduates and experienced professionals.
• Benefits: We operate various leave/holiday systems such as 5-day work week, annual leave, half-day leave, congratulatory/condolence leave, parental leave, and paternity leave. We provide welfare benefits including four major insurances, retirement pension, congratulatory/condolence payments, vehicle fuel expenses, long-service awards, self-development support, night/holiday work allowances, position allowances, holiday gifts/bonuses, and vacation pay.

💡 A Word from JobPloy
SMI&C is a hidden champion that manufactures rubber products for automotive parts, possessing unique technology, especially in the NBR FLOAT field. There may primarily be production and quality control roles, where precise work and adherence to quality standards are important. As a foreign worker, an understanding of Korea's automotive parts manufacturing processes and quality control systems, along with a diligent attitude, may be required. Since the company is export-oriented and actively involved in technological development, it is advisable to demonstrate a continuous willingness to learn and grow.