Quality Assurance Technician (2nd shift)

Wastequip•Statesville, NC

10d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Assurance Technician plays a vital role in promoting and maintaining high-quality standards on the manufacturing floor. This position is responsible for ensuring that quality objectives and product specifications are consistently met for every order. The technician will support the development and delivery of training programs for new hires, product introductions, and ongoing employee development. Additionally, this role involves conducting material inspections, performing in-process testing, and participating in periodic audits to ensure compliance with company and industry standards. 2nd shift: Monday to Friday: 2:30PM to 11:00PM. Pay rate: $20.15.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or technical certification in quality, manufacturing, or a related field is a plus.
1–3 years of experience in a quality assurance or manufacturing environment preferred.
Basic understanding of quality systems, inspection procedures, and production processes.
Ability to read and interpret technical documents, including work instructions and BOM, SOP and QATM.
Strong attention to detail with good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Comfortable using hand tools and testing equipment.
Intermediate computer proficiency, including Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced production environment.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
Willingness to occasionally work flexible hours or shifts based on production needs.

Responsibilities

Monitor production processes and verify correct formulations using computerized systems.
Perform daily calculations of compounding blends to support production needs and validate equipment setup.
Conduct in-process testing, including dart impact and assessments.
Perform visual inspections of color let-downs to ensure color consistency.
Carry out incoming material inspections as needed.
Audit in-process and finished goods to verify compliance with quality standards; document findings using control plan inspection checklists.
Support the Quality Assurance Manager with calibration tasks (tools, gauges, fixtures, etc.).
Use hand tools to extract and prepare test samples from finished products.
Use of various tools and equipment, such as calipers, micrometers, gauges to measure and assess product dimensions, tolerances and other critical parameters.
Review product charge weights against the Bill of Materials (BOM) and recommend necessary adjustments.
Conduct audits of outgoing products to ensure adherence to customer and company specifications.
Perform additional related tasks and duties as assigned.
Provide occasional oversight of temporary employees as required by supervisors or managers.
Accurately recording inspection and test results, documenting findings, and maintaining records of quality control activities.
Identifying and addressing quality issues, defects, and non-conformances.
Collaborating with other departments, such as engineering and production, to implement corrective actions and process improvements.

Benefits

2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-Up Medical Plans
Prescription (Rx) Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s)
Health Care FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Company Paid Base Life Insurance
Company Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Company Paid Business Travel Accident Insurance
Company Paid Disability Insurance ▪ Short-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance
401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match
Voluntary Pet Insurance
Vacation and Personal/Sick Time
Paid Grandparent Leave
Paid Bonding Leave
Adoption Assistance
Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)