QC Technician -3rd Shift

Techmer Career•Clinton, TN

2d•$19•Onsite

About The Position

We are Techmer PM — the world’s foremost materials design firm, creating custom polymers that make up essential products. Through our long-standing partnerships with processors, original equipment manufacturers, and product designers, we’ve worked for decades to tackle manufacturing and business challenges through sustainable, future-minded solutions. We are currently seeking a QC Technician for our Clinton, Tennessee facility. This position will be on 3rd shift (11:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m.) Sunday-Friday. Starting rate for this position will be $18.50 and up depending on experience. Job Purpose: Responsible for manufactured product certification by assuring that they conform to customer and Techmer PM requirements as specified in the Product and Process (P&P) Specification. This includes product testing, online color adjustments, identifying and dispositioning nonconforming products. This position requires an individual who has thorough knowledge of all QC procedures and lab equipment as well as raw materials and finished products. Key Responsibilities: The ideal candidate will ensure all products/materials meet quality requirements through quality control testing, sample compounding, and that all company resources are utilized efficiently.

Requirements

Prior experience in using a color spectrophotometer – Xrite, DataColor, or other equivalent.
Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Must have passed a Hue Value/Chroma Munsell test and be able to differentiate color hues.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Knowledge of basic mathematics to be able to understand & execute analytical reports.
High School Diploma
Minimum 2 years of compounding or lab experience

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

Operates process equipment to include injection molding machine, blown film machine, pellet melter, roll mills, and fiber lines as applicable.
Operates analytical test equipment for plastic applications including Melt Indexer, Volatile/Moisture analyzer and others as required.
Performs inspection per the Product and Process (P&P) Specification.
Adjusts color either on-line or off-line.
Consults with manufacturing supervisor and technical services in making run vs. pull (termination) decisions with problematic orders (products).
Utilizes statistical tools e.g. SQC/SPC when applicable.
Identifies out of control data points and takes proper action when applicable.
Completes Certificate of Analysis (COA) with appropriate information as required.
Investigates nonconforming raw materials and manufactured products and takes the proper action.
Maintains product QC files to include making standards (if needed), entering data, closing out file and refiling, file retrieval for upcoming runs, verifying standard and taking the proper action if file is incomplete or standard is missing.

Benefits

Eligible for medical benefits on your first day!
High-deductible health plan offering that includes up to $1,000 towards your Health Savings Account (HSA) per year.
Free Teledoc membership included when you enroll in medical benefits.
Employee Assistance Program which includes 5 free counseling sessions per year and access to free legal guidance
401(k) with 6% company match. You are 100% vested from Day 1 of contribution
Free investment consultative services for your 401(k) plan.
Company paid disability and life insurance
10 vacation days per year (pro-rated your first year)
10 company-paid holidays
2 weeks of parental leave
Tuition reimbursement with up to a $20,000 lifetime maximum
Annual salary reviews and bonus opportunities
Hourly employees are paid weekly on Friday