Quality Technician

Quality Technician

This position involves working in a self-directed team environment to provide support to the product test (PT Lab) teams. The primary responsibility of an individual working in this position is to conduct functional performance tests of molded plastic closure systems, and to then summarize and prepare written reports of the test results. The testing is accomplished through the use of mechanical tools and test equipment, as well as, manual manipulation of the closure systems.

The test evaluation data is collected and entered into a PC Spreadsheet software is used to organize, analyze, and report the data.

This role requires maintaining a safe and clean work environment by employing 5s philosophy. It includes coordinating assignments with other Lab Team members, performing inspections and/or conducts performance tests as requested in compliance with lab test methods, helping develop new test methods, assisting in performing gage R & R studies, and monitoring the environmental and process control systems as assigned. The technician will also train new Lab Technicians, assist with equipment calibration and maintenance activities, and help monitor the perishable supply inventory.

All Technicians have the authority to perform all job duties, including making associated decisions. Should any situation arise outside of these boundaries it is to be taken up with the appropriate level of supervision.

Experience is generally gained on the job for specifics. Lab technicians work with more experienced personnel to learn the routine inspection and test procedures and how to operate test equipment. A new technician shadows another team member, learning the tasks. The technicians perform their tasks under supervision. Each technician is responsible for their own projects.

Quality Technician or Inspector background, knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC), blueprint reading and layout, operation of inspection and test equipment, computer literate in a Windows environment, familiar with tests and procedures in the lab, good communication skills, both verbal and written, problem solving skills, accuracy and attention to detail, ability to follow instructions, both written and verbal, flexible schedule - overtime and travel may be required, must be able to stand for periods of time, must be able to lift and handle 50 lb.

cases of product in a production-like environment, must be able to conduct repetitive manual operation of package closure systems, mechanical skills to be able to set up, operate, and troubleshoot both sampling and test equipment.

High School.

ASQ Certified Quality Technician (CQT), or equivalent.