PODA QC - QCTB - QC TECHNICIAN

TITLE: Quality Technician

POSITION OBJECTIVE: The Quality Technician role is to ensure manufactured products comply with or exceed the established company standards and customer specifications.

• Competitive Pay
• Monday through Friday plant operations
• 10 paid holidays
• Low-Cost Health Insurance rates
• Safety focused company culture
• Inteplast is a leader in the plastics manufacturing industry

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A High School Diploma or equivalent
• Post-Secondary Diploma in a science related program
• Legal eligibility to work in the US
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English
• Capable of effectively managing job-related stress and fostering productive workplace interactions
• 2 years related work experience preferably in plastic manufacturing industry.
• Experience with ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) testing methods an asset.
• Proficient computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, and word processing software.
• Knowledge of extrusion process is an asset.
• Knowledge of GMP's.
• Capable of working with minimum Supervision.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and team skills.
• Ensure consistent, dependable attendance and demonstrate a willingness to accommodate non-standard work hours as necessary such as overtime, weekends, and travel.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directly supports the production teams through, Start Up Verification, Real Time In Process Evaluations, as well as regular production and site quality inspections in the interest of Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and Production Support.
• Actively participate in regulatory activities including ISO, SQF, and supporting actions.
• Actively participate in Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis providing direct contributions to Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Actively participate in Continuous Improvement Events and Initiatives.
• Performs physical, mechanical, and analytical tests on materials as per testing criteria to ensure standards are met.
• Discuss and escalate all areas of non-conformance to specification with the Operations Manager, Supervisor, or team Lead and Quality Manager to implement corrective action and follow up as needed.
• Update, maintain and enter test results in QC database, daily batch reports, inspection reports, daily downtime reports and other reports as requested.
• Maintain all "quality related" documents (i.e. test results etc.) in the laboratory.
• Create SOPs, review and revise as needed.
• Prepare Quality Management related forms as required.
• Perform monthly GMP inspections, and participate in internal audit, mock recalls, process improvement projects, QC Holds and create reports accordingly.
• Maintain calibration records of all testing equipment in lab and on production floor.
• Provide support during customer plant tour by demonstrating testing methods and communicating quality related procedures effectively.
• Conduct/Assist refresher trainings for various departments as requested.
• Investigate customer complaints and returns. Address findings to Quality manager.
• Provide back up for film line lab technician roles and responsibilities as requested.
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, safety, and other standards.
• Understand and comply with all IEF SQF (HACCP) standards and GMP policies.
• Maintain proper General Laboratory Practices (GLP) in the Laboratory.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Inteplast Group is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at applicantaccommodation@inteplast.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

For more information, about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, view the EEO - Know Your Rights and Pay Transparency Statement.