2nd Shift QA Technician

Job Title:

Quality (QA) Technician Department:
Operations

Reports To:

Plant Manager or QA Manager/Supervisor with dotted line to Director of Quality FLSA Status:
Non Exempt Travel:
Limited, as needed to other sites.

Work Schedule:

Monday - Thursday, 4:15pm - 2:45am. Job Summary

The Quality Assurance Technician role is responsible for training Inspector/Packers, verifying tool calibration, auditing the production line, coaching Inspector/Packers, notifying production supervisors of quality problems, assisting with problem resolution, controlling the quarantine sorting and re-inspections, special inspections, and notifying/working with Quality Manager/Supervisor to solve quality issues. The incumbent is expected to be a self-starter, a good manager of time, able to work independently and follow Altor’s standards for safety and conduct.

• Designated trainer for Inspector/Packers, which includes following an approved training program and testing for basic safety and inspection duties. Teach or assist in the Inspector/Packer Quality Refresher Training.
• Line auditing includes doing documented QA inspections, reviewing Inspector/Packer quality inspections, evaluating scrapped product, and coaching employees on the quality standards.
• Daily verification of all scales in production areas.
• Work closely with Production Supervisors to evaluate and solve quality problems.
• Manage all production hold and quarantine activities, document and control the sorting process.
• Work closely with the Quality Manager/Supervisor and Shift Supervisor on quarantine and sorting operations and notify them promptly of any unresolved quality issues and any product that has been quarantined.
• Perform and document any special warehouse or dock audits.
• Ensure quality standards are provided for all inspection activities throughout the facility.
• Collaborate with production teams to identify and solve quality issues.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections and test results.
• Participate in, and promote continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality and efficiency.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize quality processes.
• All other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent workforce experience.
• 2+ years of experience in a quality control role.
• Strong analytical and math skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with quality control tools and techniques, such as statistical process control and root cause analysis.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards, such as ISO 9001.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
• Willingness to work overtime and flexible hours as needed.
• Manufacturing industry experience preferred.

• Accountability – We take full responsibility for our actions and outcomes, ensuring transparency and trust with our stakeholders, customers, associates, and the environment.
  
  Competencies:
  
  Problem Solving, Decision Making, Planning & Organizing, Resilience, Time Management/Prioritization and Learning Agility.
• Innovation – We champion creativity and collaboration, continually striving to deliver groundbreaking solutions that transform our industry and exceed expectations.
  
  Competencies:
  
  Creativity & Curiosity, Continuous Improvement, Vision & Strategic Thinking, and Collaboration & Teamwork.
• Integrity – We uphold the highest ethical standards of honesty, transparency, and ethical behavior in every decision and action, fostering trust at all levels in our organization.
  
  Competencies:
  
  Honesty, Consistency & Dependability and Commitment to Excellence.
• Adaptability – We embrace change agility and resilience, staying flexible and proactive in a constantly evolving world.
  
  Competencies:
  
  Communication, Results Oriented and Flexibility.
• Caring – We prioritize the well-being of our people, communities, and business partners, recognizing that their success and happiness are vital to our own.
  
  Competencies:
  
  Organizational Savvy, Risk Management, Compliance, Diversity, and Empathy.
• Passion – We are driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence, demonstrating determination to succeed while maintaining humility and respect for others.
  
  Competencies:
  
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