2nd Shift Quality Assurance Technician

Kost USA, 1000 Tennessee Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

Posted Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 5:00 AM

About PFX™

We engineer leading fluid solutions that keep the world moving and we’re building a better future while we do it. As a vertically integrated global powerhouse, we operate 17 manufacturing facilities and 4 R&D centers across the world, delivering performance from lab to road in over 40 countries.

PFX Group™ brings together a family of trusted companies including Recochem, Prestone, Adam’s Polishes, B&B Blending, Kost USA, Ultra Clear, POR and Auto-Chem, each with deep expertise, regional insight, and a shared commitment to engineering excellence.

From automotive and heavy‑duty thermal management systems to household and industrial solutions, our products are built for performance, reliability, and a commitment to sustainability. Join us and be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible in fluid technology.

KOST USA is looking for a
2nd Shift Quality Technician (2PM - 10:30PM) to join our team! We are looking for a self‑motivated, professional, and organized individual who enjoys detailed work and a fast‑paced environment.

As a Quality Technician, your focus is to drive improvement by taking action to prevent external non‑conformances and sustain improvements by auditing and reporting results.

In this position, you will be responsible for:

• First case inspections – act as an independent observer to assure correct packaging set up across 3 production lines.
• In‑process packaging line inspections – conduct one inspection each hour to assure there have been no changes since the first check approval and to assure the production team is capturing and documenting scrap data for daily analysis and reporting.
• Daily collection of scrap/ line defect data for reporting % scrap and total quality performance of the production line.
• Compiling quality data into charts and graphs using Microsoft Excel.
• Accurately compiling statistical data within Microsoft Excel.
• Defining quality problems and report all issues with processes or product to management for analysis and disposition.
• Inbound and outbound documented inspections – inspect any supplier product that we have experienced quality issues in the past or need to verify Corrective Action. Conduct inspections of outbound product shipments to customers that may need Corrective Action verification.
• Verifying the effectiveness of all internal/ external Corrective Actions resulting from Non‑Conformances and close out in business system.
• Internal ISO Quality Management system auditor, create and revise quality documents as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Experience:

• High school diploma required.
• Associate's degree in applied science or an Industrial Science field is a plus.
• 2 years of experience in a Quality related role.
• A keen attention to detail, ability to work quickly and accurately, and the ability to follow directions carefully is required.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Outlook.

What we have to offer:

• Competitive pay!
• Opportunities for advancement – we prioritize promoting from within
• Generous 401k match up to 3.5%
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• PTO + up to 10 paid holidays

Pre‑employment background (criminal and drug) check required.

PFX is proud to be an equal opportunity employer of Minorities, Females, Veterans, and Disabled individuals.

Kost USA, 1000 Tennessee Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America