Quality Control Technician

Owens Corning•Blythewood, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Control Technician is responsible for ensuring quality control of the finished product and the production process. Additionally, maintaining and inspecting raw material specifications. The Quality Control Technician must be able to work closely with our Production, Research & Development, Claims and Sales Team to assist them in product review and claim defect review. The Quality Control Tech is fundamental in quality and product training for production employees.

Requirements

Quality experience (Minimum 1 year)
Manufacturing experience (Minimum of 3 years)
Must be a US Citizen
Must be 18 years or older
Must be able to pass a hair drug screen and background check
A demonstrated ability to lead and influence people in a positive manner is required
Root cause analysis investigation
Write and maintain standard working procedures
Experience with quality and monitoring equipment
Solid math skills, basic statistics knowledge
Leadership skills and interpersonal skills
Ability to train and work with people
Ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks and projects
Initiative, self-starter
Computer advance skills in E-mail, PowerPoint, and Excel
Logic, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis skills
Pivot table, formula writing experience in Excel

Nice To Haves

Although not always required, it is preferred that this person has a minimum of 1 year of experience in a manufacturing setting

Responsibilities

Inspect incoming raw materials, in-process materials and finished goods and checking for quality and that they meet necessary specifications
Ensure equipment is calibrated, validated and maintained properly and ensure safety during operation of equipment
Take personal ownership to work safely each day and hold other team members to the same high standards of safety
Report unsafe conditions immediately to supervisor/manger
Exhibit leadership in safety by taking ownership for your own safety and by exhibiting influence on the people you work with; actively participate in the plant's safety process
Demonstrate leadership skills in dealing with process and quality troubleshooting and improvement efforts
Demonstrate the ability to redefine what is possible and consistently elevate your performance and that of your team; seek developmental opportunities to continuously improve your job skills and job performance
Continually look for opportunities to improve performance by better managing information, knowledge and communication
Be an integral part of a strong corrective action system to reduce and eliminate defects and customer complaints
Perform product testing and tests on raw materials and finished product; enter data into AWAQS
Inform Lead Operators on Quality test results
Lead plant efforts to achieve zero defects in Quality
Perform product testing and tests on raw materials; enter data into quality data base
Analyze quality data, identify trends, communicate problems, find and implement solutions
Perform test equipment calibrations
Assist in Claim Investigations
Assist with the Nonconformance Product on Hold Process to help facilitate a timely disposition of product on hold
Take care of requests for product and raw material sampling
Participate in and lead quality improvement efforts
Train Operations Technicians on Quality Test Methods in their areas to identify defects
Assist in maintaining our Quality Manual to ensure its up to date up to date
Assist with keeping our Manufacturing Specifications and Raw Material Specifications up to date
Demonstrate high standards in workplace organization
Housekeeping activities are automatic; be self-policing to ensure sustainability and continuous improvement
Comply with all plant rules
Comply with safety regulations and maintain a clean and orderly work area
Regular Attendance on site and the ability to rotate varying shifts
All other duties as assigned or needed
Be a team player work with production and help out as needed.