Quality Control Technician - 10:00 pm - 6:30 am

Pretium Packaging•Aurora, IL

About The Position

The Quality Control Technician inspects finished products, products in process, incoming materials, parts, and assemblies for conformance to company standards and customer requirements. Duties may vary depending on the plant supported. This position works the 10:00 pm–6:30 am shift and performs product inspections, measurements, equipment and instrument checks, sample collection, quality documentation, and follow-up on non-conforming products. The technician communicates quality issues to shift supervisors and responds to quality concerns from supervisors, technicians, and inspector-packers. The role has no supervisory responsibilities. The position requires a high school education or equivalent plus specialized training in inspection procedures, and at least one year of manufacturing inspection experience. Work involves use of computers and measuring instruments, and may take place near moving mechanical parts with exposure to high temperatures, noise, and dust. Protective clothing may include a hair net, safety glasses, earplugs, and gloves.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent, plus additional specialized training in inspection procedures.
At least one year of experience in inspection procedures in a manufacturing enterprise, including technical cause-and-effect and problem-solving experience.
Intermediate reading, writing, and speaking skills.
Practical application of arithmetic, algebra, and geometry, including calculations involving units of measure, fractions, percentages, ratios, proportions, variables, and formulas.
Ability to solve practical problems using rational principles, handle concrete variables in standardized situations, and interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions.
Intermediate computer skills.
Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including standing, walking, bending, lifting, pushing, carrying, reaching, grasping, talking, and hearing.
Near vision and ability to bring objects into sharp focus and identify and distinguish colors.
Ability to exert up to 5 pounds of force frequently and up to 30 pounds occasionally to move objects.
No license or certification is required.

Responsibilities

Inspect products for conformance to customer requirements and quality standards.
Communicate problems and defects involving parts, packaging, or labeling to shift supervisors.
Measure and record data using systems and documents such as Datamyte and dimensional sheets.
Check that equipment is operating properly and notify the shift supervisor of problems.
Verify calibration of height gauges, balances or scales, calipers, thickness gauges, depth gauges, and similar instruments.
Collect product samples for testing, including drop, leak, and seal tests.
Prepare samples and required paperwork for shipment to customers.
Respond to quality concerns from shift supervisors, technicians, or inspector-packers.
Approve product after process or maintenance changes and sign off.
Trace defects to their point of origin and determine resolutions for non-conformance issues.
Prepare non-conforming product reports for defective products and packaging.
Prepare daily paperwork, including inspection reports, inventory, and status sheets; maintain records and archives.
Attend meetings concerning quality, safety issues, and changes affecting production.
Perform other related duties and special projects.
Maintain cleanliness and order in the testing lab.