Quality Technician I - 3rd Shift

Aptar Group•Cary, IL

1d•$19 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Aptar is seeking a Quality Technician I - 3rd Shift based in Cary, IL. This position is fully onsite. The shift is 3rd Shift: 12:15 am – 8:45 am (M-F). As a Quality Technician, you will perform random audits on procedures and finished product to ensure compliance with quality standards. You will conduct functional testing of product and measurements using appropriate inspection and testing equipment. You will also assist manufacturing employees and management with backtracking and troubleshooting quality-related issues impacting product quality or customer requirements. Additionally, you will participate in sub-plant problem solving activities including CAPA, A3, 8D, and other continuous improvement initiatives. You will perform Certificate of Analysis (COA) testing of finished products as required, review and approve COAs, and coordinate communication with customers. You will certify the quality training for production employees, including testing procedures, inspections and defect identification standards, and provide training and re-enforcement of quality-related work instructions and procedures. You will enter, evaluate and close Quality Notifications (QN), including making appropriate disposition decisions. You will provide backup support to other team members as necessary and may assist with internal and external audits as required. You will also execute SAP quality-related transactions and maintain accurate system records.

Requirements

Basic math skills required.
Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and under pressure.
Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical thinking skills, with the ability to investigate quality issues and support root cause analysis.
Ability to read, write, and speak English to effectively understand and communicate quality and production information.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, inspection gauges, and precision measurement tools, including calipers, pin gauges, and microscopes
Intermediate computer proficiency, including experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook); SAP experience preferred.
Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform tasks reaching above shoulder level for periods of time.
Ability to stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, push, pull, grasp, twist, and climb steps throughout the shift.
Visual acuity sufficient to perform detailed inspections, with the ability to distinguish between shades and subtle color variations in component materials
Ability to hear and respond to warning signals and verbal alerts in a manufacturing environment.
High School diploma or GED require
Minimum of two (2) years of experience as an Operator or equivalent manufacturing or quality experience.

Nice To Haves

Technical certifications in quality, manufacturing or related field are a plus
SAP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform random audits on procedures and finished product to ensure compliance with quality standards.
Conduct functional testing of product and measurements using appropriate inspection and testing equipment.
Assist manufacturing employees and management with backtracking and troubleshooting quality-related issues impacting product quality or customer requirements.
Participate in sub-plant problem solving activities including CAPA, A3, 8D, and other continuous improvement initiatives.
Perform Certificate of Analysis (COA) testing of finished products as required.
Review and approve COAs and coordinate communication with customers.
Certify the quality training for production employees, including testing procedures, inspections and defect identification standards.
Provide training and re-enforcement of quality-related work instructions and procedures.
Enter, evaluate and close Quality Notifications (QN), including making appropriate disposition decisions.
Provide backup support to other team members as necessary.
May assist with internal and external audits as required.
Execute SAP quality-related transactions and maintain accurate system records.