Quality Systems & Compliance Technologist

Novolex Corporate•Florence, KY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Systems & Compliance Technologist safeguards the quality of food, beverage, and specialty packaging products by verifying that shipped items meet customer specifications and that the facility follows safety and compliance standards. The role combines hands-on laboratory testing and finished-goods inspections with quality-system oversight, audits, documentation, training, and corrective-action follow-up. The position is based in Florence, Kentucky, pays $20.55–$25.00 per hour, and works a 7 a.m.–7 p.m. day shift.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in production, quality, or safety within manufacturing or warehousing.
Solid reading, writing, and basic math skills.
Familiarity with quality standards.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Strong communication skills and the ability to confidently lead meetings.
Self-management, excellent organization and time management, and analytical capability.

Nice To Haves

Background in Quality Inspection, FSQA, Quality Control, and GMP.

Responsibilities

Follow corporate and plant safety rules, escalate noncompliance, and model proper use of required personal protective equipment.
Maintain 5S organization and comply with food safety policies and procedures.
Report and document quality issues to machine operators, supervisors, and plant leadership.
Collect and catalog samples from specified machines.
Perform random audits of finished-goods skids and bales.
Conduct laboratory tests for paper tensile and handle strength, ink rub resistance, barcode scanning, and basis weight.
Operate or receive training to operate tensile testers, Sutherland rub testers, barcode scanners, and gram scales.
Support OSHA and EPA compliance, participate in internal audits and inspections, and record findings in the relevant safety systems.
Participate in weekly OSHA-aligned safety meetings and support plant safety committee goals.
Assist with safety training for shipping, receiving, and production teams.
Prepare daily end-of-shift summaries covering safety and quality status, completed corrective actions, and issues requiring escalation.
Oversee the GEMBA program by verifying audit completion, addressing recurring or severe issues, and updating systems.
Communicate with floor teams, supervisors, and Corporate Safety & Quality through email, calls, and meetings.
Organize and lead food safety certification initiatives.
Collaborate with the Corporate EHS Manager on plant safety and environmental activities.
Perform and document Mobile Inspections.
Use Microsoft Excel to prepare reports and document test and audit results.
Support customer complaint investigations and resolution, including carrier claims, formal corrective-action responses, and root-cause analysis.
Conduct required training and new-employee orientation as needed.
Comply with Food Contact Packaging Safety standards in the SQF Quality Manual and with GMPs.
Monitor quality systems and enforce corporate and plant procedures.
Complete and document monthly sanitation and security, GMP, Master Cleaning Schedule, and Glass & Brittle Plastics audits.