QA Technician Lead

Mauser Packaging Solutions•Chillicothe, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The QA Technician Lead performs routine checks, tests, gauging, and instrument inspections of materials, goods in process, and finished goods. This role involves the separation of acceptable and unacceptable product and making recommendations to the Quality Manager and Production regarding observations and findings. The position requires accurate recording of test information, close collaboration with Production Team Leaders (PTLs), operators, and production supervisors, and the ability to advise on necessary adjustments. The QA Technician Lead must become familiar with all test equipment, escalation rules, and documentation procedures, and execute shift handovers effectively. This role also supports training activities related to product quality and reliability, works collaboratively with other QC techs, and handles various quality and service-related issues, including customer complaints and UN performance testing. A strong emphasis is placed on performing all duties safely and in accordance with company policies.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
2 years related trade school training; or equivalent of education and experience in similar environment
Use and understanding of precision measuring instruments and gauges, specifications, charts and diagrams.
Ability to accurately read measuring devices, blueprints, product specifications and test procedures.
Ability to lift 55 lbs and occasionally up to 100 lbs.
Good hand/eye coordination and motor skills.
Must be dependable, reliable and responsible enough to handle equipment safely and sensibly.
Must be able to read, write and speak English.
Ability to operate a Forklift in a safe manner, or ability and willingness to learn.
Computer skills are required; familiarity with windows and Microsoft office suite
Strong communication skills
Strong attention to detail and recordkeeping
Ability to lift 55 lbs overhead.
Requires good hand/eye/foot coordination and motor skills.
Must be able to stand, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel and/or crouch for extended periods of time.
Vision: 20/20 corrected and normal hearing range.

Responsibilities

Collect IBC’s from the production lines in accordance with test schedules, and compares results with company standards
Makes recommendations to Quality Manager and Production regarding observations and findings
Record test information accurately, on the computer and in neatly written shift reports
Work closely with PTLs, operators and production supervisors to advise when adjustments are needed.
Does testing to verify quality. Notifies supervisor when inspection data exceeds acceptable limits or when major incidents of poor quality are noted.
Must become familiar with operation of all test equipment used in QC tech duties
Must become familiar with and follow escalation rules and documentation of problems
Executes shift handover through interface with production and next shift QC. Neat complete Shift Handover report is essential.
Follows procedures for containments and placing defective IBC’s on HOLD
Aids in the planning, promotion and organizing of training activities related to product quality and reliability.
Works as a good team member with other QC techs in the department
Perform various external and inter plant quality and service-related issues as needed.
May be required to assist with testing on samples and special situations
Must perform all duties in the department in a safe manner and consistent with all company safety rules
Aid in the investigation of customer complaints.
Conduct UN performance testing, completing appropriate documentation and maintain records to satisfy contractual, statutory and regulatory requirements.
Perform incoming, in-process and final inspection to verify process and product quality.
Develops and demonstrates a knowledge and understanding of established quality policy, procedures and instructions.
Makes recommendations on disposition of questionable product to supervisor.
Various other duties and special projects as assigned.
Provide backup support for SHEQ manager