Material Quality Tester

British American Tobacco • Winston-Salem, NC

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About The Position

Reynolds American is evolving at a pace like no other organization. To achieve the ambition we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be the change! We are looking for a Material Quality Tester in Winston-Salem, NC. This entry-level position reports to the Quality Specialist Material and has no direct reports. The role involves ensuring that assigned materials perform well in manufacturing, monitoring supplier performance, conducting reviews, and developing material/vendor qualifications. The position requires collaboration with various areas of the business, including Operations, plant personnel, R&D, and outside vendors. The tester will monitor and address material concerns, identify defective materials, provide guidance for troubleshooting, analyze material performance issues, and ensure suppliers meet commitments for successful material performance.

Requirements

• High School diploma or G.E.D. required.
• Strong computer skills including SAP, MES, Excel, and Word.
• Knowledge of material and machine interaction.
• Knowledge of Specification and Manufacturing systems.
• Demonstrated willingness and ability to learn and perform various duties.
• Demonstrated understanding of computer applications, systems, and programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of standard Quality guidelines and procedures.
• WorkKeys: Applied Math Level 3, Workplace Documents Level 3, Graphic Literacy Level 3, Workplace Observation Level 2.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience in an FDA regulated work environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure assigned materials perform well in Manufacturing.
• Monitor supplier's performance and conduct reviews.
• Develop and monitor material/vendor qualifications and maintain contingency plans.
• Interact and collaborate with various areas of the business including Operations, plant personnel, R&D, and outside vendors.
• Monitor and address material concerns to maintain efficient quality-driven production.
• Identify and isolate defective materials and document issues in the database.
• Provide guidance to manufacturing personnel for troubleshooting material complaints.
• Collaborate with suppliers to develop timely resolutions for material issues.
• Analyze material performance issues and collaborate with manufacturing to drive solutions.
• Ensure suppliers meet commitments for successful material performance through frequent communication and auditing.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with company match and contributions.
• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs.
• Health Savings Account start-up contribution for high deductible health plan participants.
• Flexible spending accounts for Health Care and Dependent Care.
• Employee assistance program offering free counseling sessions.
• Company paid life and accidental death insurance.
• Voluntary insurances offered at group rates.
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan support.
• Dependent Scholarship Programs.
• Free confidential personal financial counseling service.
• On-site health centers and fitness centers at certain locations.
• Charitable giving matching grants program.
• Health-care concierge service.
• Volunteer service opportunities.
• Extensive training opportunities.
• Company vehicle and mobile phone allowance for eligible employees.
• Paid sick and personal time, vacation, and holidays.
• Paid parental leave and other paid leave benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Beverage and Tobacco Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED