Quality Technician

Job Description

Quality Technician

Norcross, GA

Compensation Includes

• Starting Pay Rate of $18.23/hour -depending on experience

Available Shift

• 3rd shift: 11pm - 7am

Overview

The Quality Technician is responsible for supporting quality assurance and control processes within the facility. This role ensures that products meet established standards of quality, safety, and reliability by performing inspections, testing materials, and monitoring production processes. The Quality Technician works closely with production teams to identify defects, investigate root causes, and implement corrective actions to maintain compliance with company and regulatory requirements.

This position plays a key role in continuous improvement initiatives, documentation accuracy, and maintaining overall product integrity.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections and testing of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods to ensure compliance with quality standards
• Document and report inspection results, non-conformances, and quality issues accurately and in a timely manner
• Monitor production processes and identify deviations from established specifications or procedures
• Assist in root cause analysis and support corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to resolve quality issues
• Use measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other testing equipment to verify product specifications
• Maintain quality records, inspection logs, and documentation in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and leadership teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, ISO requirements, and internal quality management systems
• Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and participating in audit activities
• Assist in training production staff on quality standards, procedures, and best practices

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, associate degree or technical certification in a related field preferred
• Must be eligible to work in the United States
• Must successfully pass all pre-employment requirements, including a background check
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in a quality, manufacturing, or production environment preferred
• Experience using measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.)
• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills
• Basic computer skills and experience with quality systems or ERP software preferred
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work cross‑functionally

Physical Demands

Requirements include, but are not limited to (all times are approximate):

• Sitting (3-5 hours)
• Standing (5 hours or more)
• Walking (5 hours or more)
• Lifting (Regularly/Constantly):
  • 0‑10 lbs. (1‑3 hours)
  • 10‑20 lbs. (3‑5 hours)
  • 20‑50 lbs. (3‑5 hours)
  • 50‑100 lbs. (1‑3 hours)
  • 100 lbs. or more (1‑3 hours)
• Carrying:
  • 10‑20 lbs. (1‑3 hours)
  • 20‑50 lbs. (3‑5 hours)
  • 50‑100 lbs. (1‑3 hours)
  • 100 lbs. (1‑3 hours)
• Pushing (1‑3 hours)
• Pulling, Twisting, Climbing (1‑3 hours)
• Balancing (1‑3 hours)
• Stooping, Kneeling (1‑3 hours)
• Crawling (1‑3 hours)
• Reaching, Grasping, Repetitive Motions (1‑3 hours)

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well‑being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well‑being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well‑being programs may vary depending on where you work.

We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through My Learning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non‑Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.

Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact