Quality Control Tech

Pregis•Elgin, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Quality & Safety Manager, this role oversees packaging operations and personnel to ensure the production of high-quality products at the lowest possible cost, while meeting company standards for quality and performance. The position adheres to customer specifications and delivery requirements, operating in accordance with Pregis policies and procedures. The QA Inspector ensures continuous quality monitoring during production, guides workflow by monitoring the quality inspections and packaging process of the packaging workforce, and performs quality inspections at regularly prescribed intervals, documenting them across multiple production lines. This role also assists employees in performing their duties correctly and helps the team operate at or above designated run speeds.

Requirements

Ability to take coaching well and interact respectfully with others.
Promote a positive teamwork culture and champion company core values.
Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Knowledgeable of safety requirements and guidelines in manufacturing/warehouse environment.
Ability to follow standardized work instructions.
Ability to understand detailed written and/or oral instructions.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
Ability to read a ruler, scale, and micrometer.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a focus on quality.
Ability to work Overtime as needed daily, or weekends based upon business needs.
Frequent standing, stooping, sitting.
Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling (up to 45 lbs.).
Occasional typing/keyboarding.
High school education or equivalent technical school preferred.
1 to 3 years’ experience in a Manufacturing environment and/or inspection role preferred.

Nice To Haves

Spanish bilingual a plus.
Knowledge of packaging production SOPs and Quality Standards a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform and document hourly inspections and run profiles.
Retain samples per EverTec Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Monitor mailer production, including packaging, for defects and inaccuracies per EverTec quality standards.
Correct and report any non-conformities.
Initiate hold procedure when needed in collaboration with Team Lead and Shift Supervisor.
Train Packers on EverTec Quality Assurance (QA) SOP.
Regularly conduct audits to ensure quality inspections are being performed.
Work with Packaging Team Lead and Operations to resolve issues per EverTec QA SOPs.
Communicate effectively with upcoming shift to ensure smooth handoff.
Keep open dialogue with staff to minimize delays.
Help to identify raw material defects, capture relevant information (lot codes, samples, etc.), and forward to Quality Manager.