Quality Technician

A Printpack Quality Technician ensures that Printpack’s products are produced in specification and meet customer requirements. They conduct various tests and inspections on raw materials, finished products, and in process materials. A quality technician uses physical and analytical laboratory equipment and techniques to measure and analyze product characteristics.

This position will be for a night shift and work 7PM-7AM Monday-Thursday nights for a total of 48 hours per week.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Execute quality assurance sampling and testing in accordance with internal standards and customer specifications.
• Use a variety of lab and testing equipment, including: Spectrophotometers, Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry, and tensile testers for material strength.
• Conduct visual inspections on all representative samples from materials produced across multiple production lines/processes.
• Exhibit proficiency in the utilization of measurement instruments in both US customary and metric systems.
• Articulate and disseminate results effectively to various levels of personnel, including Department Operators, Team Leads, Supervisors, and Management.
• Ensure accurate and timely data for comprehensive record-keeping and reporting purposes.
• Create hold tags for defective material and ensure proper identification of tagged rolls.
• Uphold and contribute to the department's 5S standards, including housekeeping practices and efficient inventory management of supplies.
• Organize and archive job jackets, laboratory data sheets, and retain samples on a daily basis.
• Engage in and contribute to Food Safety, Continuous Improvement (CI), and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in industrial manufacturing; lab experience preferred
• Proficiency in computer skills, time management, and data interpretation preferred
• Skilled in using measurement tools in both US and Metric systems required
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures and work instructions required
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail required

Physical Demands:

Ability to stand for significant periods of time and to move throughout the plant (this includes steps and ladders). Work is mostly completed in the lab, but work will occasionally be done machine side and in the warehouse.

Printpack is proudly an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. Embracing diversity enhances our work culture and is vital to our success. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/parental status, genetic information, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, marital status, military or veteran status or affiliation, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

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