Quality Technician (Manufacturing)

Vytal Filtration Technologies•Rensselaer, IN

13d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a hands-on, proactive, and detail-oriented Quality Assurance (QA) Technician to join our team at the Rensselaer, Indiana facility. This fully on-site role is key to maintaining and enhancing product and process quality to meet both customer expectations and internal performance goals. The QA Technician will be responsible for conducting inspections, performing tests, collecting and recording quality data, and ensuring compliance with internal SOPs, corporate quality standards, customer requirements, and applicable regulatory frameworks. You will work closely with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance and Corporate Quality to resolve quality issues and ensure that products meet requirements and support continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a solid understanding of quality control methodologies, measurement tools, and compliance frameworks such as ISO 9001. This role offers a great opportunity to grow within a quality-driven, fast-paced manufacturing environment, contributing to AMBF’s reputation for delivering filtration products of the highest standard.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Quality, Engineering, or a related technical field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
2–4 years of QA or QC experience in a manufacturing environment; experience with filtration media is a plus.
Strong understanding of quality systems and regulatory frameworks such as ISO 9001, GMP, and corporate quality programs.
Proficient in reading and interpreting technical drawings, product specifications, and test methods.
Skilled in the use of measurement and inspection tools, including micrometers, calipers, and precision scales.
Familiar with CAPA, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Total Quality Management (TQM), and Continuous Improvement methodologies including 5S, PDCA.
Excellent documentation, organization, and communication skills, with strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
Able to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, quality-driven production environment.
Comfortable working in controlled environments, following proper PPE and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

Perform and document quality inspections on incoming materials, in-process products, and finished goods in accordance with AMBF’s quality procedures, corporate quality standards, and product specifications.
Conduct process verifications during changeovers and start-ups to ensure alignment with quality parameters.
Ensure ongoing compliance with SOPs, corporate quality parameters, customer requirements, and regulatory standards.
Perform product testing and inspections to verify conformance to quality and performance standards.
Accurately record and maintain quality data, ensuring integrity and full traceability in systems or batch records.
Promptly report non-conformances, deviations, or unusual findings to site leadership and escalate to Corporate Quality as required.
Initiate and document Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).
Support root cause analysis and CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action) activities under the direction of the Corporate Quality Manager.
Assist in training and onboarding new Production Operators on QIR checks, inspection procedures, and corporate quality standards to ensure consistent application of quality practices
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve quality-related issues.
Operate, maintain, and calibrate inspection and test equipment in accordance with calibration schedules and SOPs.
Monitor the condition of quality tools and equipment, and request recalibration or replacement when needed.
Follow all workplace safety protocols, including proper handling of chemicals and materials in accordance with SDS guidelines.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace by following GMP, 5S, and lean manufacturing practices.
Participate in internal audits and support broader corporate quality and compliance initiatives.