Quality Technician

Mauser Packaging Solutions•Chillicothe, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Technician is responsible for ensuring that all Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBC totes) and related components meet established quality standards and customer specifications. This role supports production by performing inspections, audits, testing, and documentation while promoting compliance with ISO 9001 and internal quality systems. This is a hands-on role working in a manufacturing environment and requires close collaboration with production, maintenance, and leadership to identify, communicate, and resolve quality issues.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook required; PowerPoint preferred)
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as needed
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and stoop for extended periods
Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Exposure to moving machinery, noise, dust, fumes, and temperature variations
Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment (hot/cold conditions)
Vision correctable to 20/20; normal hearing required
Steel or composite toe boots
Safety glasses
Gloves (task-dependent)
Hearing protection
Cut-resistant sleeves (task-dependent)
Proper work attire
Hard hat

Nice To Haves

2+ years of experience in manufacturing, quality, safety, or EHS-related role preferred
Experience with ISO 9001 and/or EHS programs strongly preferred
OSHA familiarity preferred
Experience with EHS management systems or safety reporting software preferred

Responsibilities

Enforce all plant safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Serve as a point of contact on 3rd shift for safety, health, and environmental concerns
Conduct routine safety audits, inspections, and behavioral observations
Identify hazards and unsafe conditions; initiate corrective actions and follow-up
Ensure compliance with OSHA standards and applicable local, state, and federal regulations
Monitor proper use of PPE and ensure adherence to safety requirements
Assist in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive actions
Maintain and complete safety, health, and environmental reports and logs
Support environmental compliance efforts, including waste handling, labeling, and reporting
Promote a culture of safety awareness and continuous improvement
Perform in-process and final product inspections to ensure compliance with specifications
Verify product tolerances, dimensions, and visual standards
Identify, document, and control nonconforming materials and finished goods
Initiate containment and support corrective action processes
Conduct layered process audits and verify adherence to work instructions
Support and maintain ISO 9001 compliance and audit readiness
Accurately complete and maintain SHEQ-related documentation (inspection reports, incident reports, audits, etc.)
Enter, track, and analyze data within internal systems (quality, safety, scrap, inventory)
Maintain proper documentation for traceability and regulatory compliance
Communicate trends, concerns, and deviations to management in a timely manner
Partner with production teams to ensure SHEQ standards are understood and followed
Provide guidance and coaching to operators on safety and quality expectations
Assist with onboarding and ongoing training related to safety, environmental, and quality procedures
Verify proper component installation and adherence to specifications
Participate in 6S and lean manufacturing initiatives
Identify opportunities to improve safety performance, reduce risk, and enhance product quality
Support internal and external audits, including customer and regulatory inspections
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment
Attend required meetings, trainings, and safety briefings
Perform all other duties as assigned