2nd Shift Quality Control Associate

WE ARE HIRING - 2nd SHIFT QUALITY CONTROL ASSOCIATE!!!!

Job Title:

2nd Shift Quality Control Associate

Job Description

This role focuses on ensuring that in-process and finished flexible packaging products meet strict quality and regulatory standards for the healthcare market. The 2nd Shift Quality Control Associate performs precise measurements, visual inspections, and testing of materials and pouches, documents results accurately, and collaborates closely with production teams to maintain consistent product quality. This position offers the opportunity to grow within a stable, expanding organization that values internal promotion and cross-functional development.

Responsibilities

+ Check in in-process and finished products to verify they meet job order and customer specifications.

+ Perform strength and tensile testing using measurement tools, including rulers, and conduct measurements down to 1/64th of an inch.

+ Review products for correct color standards and ensure visual consistency with requirements.

+ Test seal strength on pouches and materials to confirm they meet defined quality and performance criteria.

+ Conduct detailed visual inspections and ruler measurements of pouches, making approximately ten measurements per pouch during quality checks and tests.

+ Identify and clearly communicate pouch quality discrepancies and defects to machine operators and relevant team members so they can correct issues promptly.

+ Complete all required labeling, documentation, and paperwork accurately and in a timely manner to support traceability and regulatory compliance.

+ Pack finished products into bundles and prepare them for shipping in accordance with established procedures.

+ Work collaboratively in a team-based cleanroom environment with other lab and production personnel to support efficient workflow and consistent quality.

+ Follow cleanroom protocols and use required personal protective equipment (PPE) to maintain a controlled environment and product integrity.

+ Handle and test films, foils, chemicals, and peelable solutions safely and in line with established procedures.

+ Maintain strong attention to detail, organization, and accuracy while performing repetitive tasks and sitting for extended periods.

+ Support continuous improvement by adhering to quality control inspection standards and escalating issues when necessary.

Essential Skills

+ Experience in quality control or laboratory testing, which may come from academic or industry settings, with industry experience preferred.

+ Ability to perform precise measurements down to 1/64th of an inch using rulers and other measurement tools.

+ Demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced environment such as production, manufacturing, or food service.

+ Strong attention to detail and high level of organization to manage documentation, measurements, and inspections accurately.

+ Comfort with repetitive work and the ability to sit for long periods while maintaining focus and accuracy.

+ Effective communication skills to clearly report defects and quality discrepancies to machine operators and team members.

+ Ability to work well in a team-based environment with coworkers in the lab and on the production floor.

+ Reliability in terms of transportation and attendance to consistently meet shift and training schedules.

+ Willingness and ability to wear PPE and comply with cleanroom protocols, including restrictions on fragrances and phone use.

+ High school diploma with relevant quality or lab experience, or an associate degree in a related field.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Associate degree, ideally in a science-related discipline, is strongly preferred.

+ Non-degreed candidates with quality control or lab experience are considered.

+ Experience working in a cleanroom or controlled environment is beneficial.

+ Prior exposure to medical device, pharmaceutical, diagnostic, or life sciences packaging is a plus.

+ Familiarity with quality control inspection processes and documentation requirements.

+ Comfort working with films, foils, chemicals, and peelable solutions in a regulated environment.

+ Friendly, cooperative demeanor and the ability to build positive working relationships across departments.

+ Interest in growing into different departments or future leadership roles within a stable and expanding organization.

Work Environment

This is a 2nd shift position with standard hours of 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Initial training takes place on 1st shift for approximately 2 to 4 weeks, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and continues until you can work independently before transitioning fully to 2nd shift. Work is performed primarily in a cleanroom environment where you will wear required PPE and steel-toed shoes and follow strict protocols, including no fragrances and no phone use in the lab.

The role is team-based, with close collaboration among 4-5 coworkers in the cleanroom and regular interaction with production personnel on the manufacturing floor. A significant portion of the day involves…