Product Quality Tester

Reynolds American is evolving into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey. Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

REYNOLDS AMERICAN has an exciting opportunity for a Product Quality Testes in Winston-Salem_ NC.

• Effectively follow detailed work instructions to ensure accurate quality sampling and testing processes.
• Communicate and work collaboratively with both quality and manufacturing personnel.
• Immediately notify management of testing results near or outside specified ranges.
• Accurately operate quality testing equipment including Brabender, pH meter, refractometer, Wiley Mill, Ro-Tap, V-blender, as applicable for the manufacturing area supported.
• Precisely obtain, prepare, weigh, test, and record samples in accordance with specifications.
• Accurately record information regarding Quality Alerts and Quality Incidents.
• Perform and record results accurately of tests that have been completed (pH, moisture level, etc.).
• Perform preventive maintenance checks and calibrations (daily verification checks) of quality equipment.
• Report all non-conformances from normal practices and procedures by means of Quality Control reports.

• Demonstrated Excel data entry and analysis ability (must pass online Excel test)
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of and experience with MES, Ignition, VIDES, and Pilgrim Software programs
• Proficient with data transfer (electric and paper) and record keeping
• Attention to detail, proactivity, and effective follow-through
• Mathematical skills to monitor and validate testing results
• Work Keys Reading for Information or Workplace Documents @ Level 3;
  Applied Math @ Level 3;
  Graphic Literacy @ Level 3;
  Workplace Observation @ Level 2
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must pass test for color deficiency
• Valid U.S. driver's license

WE ARE REYNOLDS AMERICAN—A member of the BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO GROUP.

At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation.

See what is possible for you at REYNOLDS AMERICAN.

BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER

Collaboration and teamwork underpin everything we do here at Reynolds American. We know that collaborating with colleagues is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

• 401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre- and post-tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation.
  • Company matches 100 percent of employee pre-tax/Roth (401k) contributions up to six percent
  • Company contributes an additional three percent to 401(k) whether employee participates or not
• Comprehensive health- and welfare-benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs)
• Health Savings Account start-up contribution for employees who elect the high deductible health plan
• Flexible spending accounts for both Health Care and Dependent Care allowing employee to use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified expenses during the calendar year
• On-site health clinics and fitness centers at manufacturing locations
• Employee assistance program offering 8 free counselling sessions, per issue, each calendar year for employees and their dependents
• Company paid life insurance of 1x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)
• Company paid accidental death or dismemberment insurance of 2x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)
• Voluntary insurances offered at group rates employee and dependent life insurance, AD&D insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, disability buy-up, and auto & home…