QA Technician

Printpack • Jackson, TN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Printpack Jackson is seeking a qualified candidate to join our team as a Quality Technician. The primary area of responsibility for the Quality Technician position is to ensure compliant, high-quality products are received, manufactured and shipped to Printpack customers, supporting the Blown-film and Converting operations through use of quality management systems, work instructions, test methods and documentation that governs the processes. This position is for a 12 hr day shift (7a-7p) working on a 2/2/3 schedule. Pay starts at $19.96/hr

Requirements

• Ability to read, understand and revise manufacturing instructions in English
• Functional computer skills (data entry, email, spreadsheets, standard office software)
• Ability to use basic office equipment (copier, printer, tablet, etc.)
• Ability to learn and perform quality tests using test equipment
• Clear understanding of measuring tools and test equipment (tape measure)
• Effective Communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to work other shifts as needed for coverage
• Participation in continuous improvement team(s)

Nice To Haves

• Previous Quality, lab or auditing experience
• Ability to make and execute tough decisions in challenging situations
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Willingness to learn to lead continuous improvement teams
• Ability to understand and interpret specifications and apply them to the job
• Advanced troubleshooting skills
• Willingness and ability to work varied shifts as necessary for shift coverage
• Willingness to train others

Responsibilities

• Participate as a team player who respectfully communicates, shares knowledge and cooperates with other PPK team members
• Provide accurate product testing per established specifications
• Prevent all potentially non-conforming material from leaving the facility
• Initiate “Hold” tags for Converting and Films non-conforming products
• Review job jackets and Specs for accurate information
• Gather and enter production data into PRISM system
• Maintain, calibrate and troubleshoot lab equipment
• Review all samples for visual and physical defects
• Provide testing feedback to operating associates
• Participate in special testing and compliant investigations
• Be actively involved with ISO internal auditing systems
• Perform SOC audits daily
• Understand and complete accurate work in computer programs (PRISM, Excel, GoAudits)
• Basic clerical skills (documentation, filing, data entry supply orders, inventory)
• Maintain a clean and safe working area

Benefits

• medical coverage
• dental coverage
• life insurance
• short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k)
• matching gift program
• employee assistance programs
• educational assistance
• service awards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees