Quality Tech III

4800 Lina Ln
Dublin, VA 24084, USA

Tekni-Plex is a globally integrated company that provides innovative solutions through material science and manufacturing technologies.
The Tekni Plex Consumer Products division focuses on collaborating with our clients and brands to bring innovative and sustainable solutions to market. Our unique company portfolio brings together industry experts and creative thinkers that work together to push the boundary on what is possible. It is our mission to find solutions that are aligned with client strategies and protect the integrity of our customer brands.

Do you have:

• A strong work ethic, to include the ability to work a 12-hour Day or Night shift?
• A “Can Do” attitude with a proven track record of reliability?
• A desire to grow in your career, serve our communities and make a difference?

About the role: Quality Technician Level 3 will be responsible for the inspection, testing, sorting, and sampling of all raw materials. Checking for defects and/variables out of specification utilizing appropriate precision measuring instruments and complex testing equipment. Analyzes the data to identify trends/patterns in the products with an eye for detail and a result driven approach. Maintains accurate records of routine inspections, tests, and any issues identified communicating the results verbally or in writing as required on time.

The main function of a Quality Technician will be to mitigate risks and function as the voice of our customers’ satisfaction with personnel and supervision working in and with all the production team. They are to ensure that all Safety Regulations, Industry Standards and State Regulations are met, to maintain a distinguished working environment. They understand and will follow all the Cardinal Safety Rules, Tekniplex Safety Rules and read all of Quality JHAs as required.

Communicates hazards and preventive actions. They will coach/educate employees on and correct issues with the quality equipment. They are mentors to all the Quality Staff and help out others in the department when needed. Has fulfilled all of Quality Level 1 & 2 requirements.

Day Shift

Pay rate:

• $19.00 hr

Responsibilities:

• Interpret inspection results and communicate all relevant findings to the operators and technicians recommending product adjustments, as necessary.
• Read and interpret all the Production Technical Data Sheets.
• Escalate any non-conformance or deviations to the Quality Lead or Supervisor and assist in the identification of the root cause, corrective action escalation process, and the Material Review Board (MRB) holding area.
• Perform line clearance during product changeovers to mitigate all risk of intermixed products.
• Understands and follows the product containment process.
• Support the projects undertaken by the organization where the employee can add.
• Disposition products and/or materials that do not meet product specifications or requirements. This includes labeling, BAAN System transfers and physical containment of non-conforming products or materials.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly (NCO) workstation and lab area. Complete all assigned 5S cleaning and Maintenance at the end of each shift. Maintain the Cleaning Master List.
• Participate in the departmental meetings.
• Attend all monthly Safety Meetings.
• Be able to Read and Operate Quality Equipment with guidance, including Instron Compression & Puncture, Olympus Microscope, Haze and Clarity Machine, Microtome & Slicer, Moisture Analyzer, Indicator, Micrometer, Scales, Feeler gauge, Millimeter Ruler, Height Gauge, GO/NOGO Gauge, Vacuum Sealer, Specific gravity Machine, Barcode Reader, Ball Impact Fixture, Keyence Static Reader, Metal Detection Verification, Nesting Device and all other new test that may be added.
• Inspect, test, or measure materials, products and work practices for conformance to specifications utilizing materials such as drawings, test data, standard operating procedures and testing manuals.
• Notify the Supervisor, Management and other Personnel of products non-conformance such as GMP, Cardinal Safety and Tekni-Plex Violations.
• Assist in identifying and providing solutions to problems as the voice of our…