Quality Technician - 2nd Shift - Mt Prospect, IL

Quality Technician - 2nd Shift - Mt Prospect, IL

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Full-time | 2nd Shift (12:00 pm–8:30 pm) | Compensation: USD 26.70–28.70 per hour

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company. We develop labeling, RFID props, software applications and more to improve supply chain efficiency and sustainability.

Conduct product performance testing and characterization, help establish test methods and provide analysis for project teams.

• Tests and inspects products at various stages of the production process in compliance with all applicable test methods (product age testing).
• Conduct maintenance, calibration, and cleaning of laboratory equipment.
• Sets up test apparatus and conducts tests units following methods, procedures, standards, and sequences.
• Understand and implement ISO 9001 procedures.
• Conduct developmental tests for new and/or modified products or product components.
• Conduct lab testing in support of project management, customer response, and process technology.
• Perform a wide variety of laboratory tests and/or research on raw materials and finished products.
• Duties usually consist of making test batches, conducting measurements, and performing quantitative and qualitative analytical tests.
• May participate in the development, maintenance, and refinement of internal quality control and reliability programs.
• Operate analytical equipment (e.g., Retro reflectometer, release tester, colorimeter, Instron, shear tester, viscometer, etc.).
• Special testing and projects as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.
• Makes and records observations; performs calculations, analyzes data, and collects and prepares data for evaluation.
• Interprets analytical results, draws conclusions and theories, and communicates the impact of product performance.
• Delivers timely and accurate analytical results for the purposes of supporting production, research projects, testing, troubleshooting, and resolving customer complaints.
• Makes recommendations regarding improvements to test methodology.
• Performs technical and record‑keeping duties in conformance with company and regulatory policies and standards to meet quality and accuracy requirements.
• Entering of data into various spreadsheets and databases (QIS, MFGPro).
• Input/update all systems with details, results, and product specs.
• Update quality systems to show the status of conforming/non‑conforming materials.
• Ensure adherence to operating standards to ensure safe work practices, maximize productivity and minimize scrap and machine downtime.
• Recommend, support, and implement improvements to quality initiatives.
• Ensure safety and housekeeping efforts are supported.

High School/GED (Associate's Degree or Technician Certification a plus).

• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• 1–2 years related experience.
• Proficiency with various types of procedures and analytical equipment.
• Proficiency using computer systems such as Microsoft Office, Lotus Notes, QIS, and function‑specific software.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Good verbal and written skills.
• Skilled in interfacing effectively with cross‑functional groups to define and execute overall requirements.
• Actively seeks knowledge, skills, and experience in order to grow and develop.

Mt Prospect, Illinois

Entry level

Full‑time

Quality Assurance