Quality Technician - 3rd Shift

Pratt Industries • Butler Township, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The position of Quality Technician will be reporting to the local Quality
manager

Requirements

• Computer literacy. Must be proficient with Microsoft Office especially Excel, Access and PowerPoint.
• High school graduate or equivalent with related college degree and/or technical courses or associate (two-year) college degree.
• Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy.
• Able to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement, volume and rate.
• Able to apply concepts of high school math.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Employee is regularly required to walk and talk and hear.
• The employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Vision requirements include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of one years of experience in a related field and knowledge of LEAN manufacturing, ISO, Six Sigma preferred, OSHA or Safety related field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hourly quality checks on all operating lines (every hour on the half-hour).
• Complete the Last Piece Quality Assurance (QA) check for the auditing shift.
• Evaluate and audit the hourly bag samples and inspection sheets completed by Production Operators as part of the layered audit process.
• Audit and verify label placement according to FabCards and approved proofs.
• Inspect all raw materials—including roll stock, poly, labels, boxes, and trays—upon receipt, comparing them to the vendor part FabCard.
• Conduct a final quality check for product adherence when a machine operation is placed into downtime.
• Verify product compliance across multiple quality metrics, including: Material: Visually check that the paper material matches the requirements on the FabCard/Bill of Materials (BOM) and inspect for visual damage to raw materials. Printing: Validate ink printing for correct color, placement, and clarity by comparing the sample to the FabCard, and ensure all required columns and QR codes are present and legible. Dimensions: Measure and record the actual face width, bag height, and gusset depth, ensuring they are within specified tolerances. Function: Validate glue placement for securing the product (seams, bottoms, and handles) and perform weight tests to verify seals.
• Identify non-conforming products and ensure they are separated into a tagged Gaylord or container.
• Adhere to the "Stop-Call-Wait" protocol for corrective actions when a quality check requires it.
• Lead and complete one Quality Improvement Project per quarter, collaborating with Quality personnel across all three shifts.
• Track and record production data, including waste and corresponding dollar amounts at the line.
• Assist in identifying the root cause of quality failures (e.g., missing QR codes or non-adhering bags) to initiate containment and corrective action.
• Secure and formalize the material sorting process (e.g., labels)

Benefits

• Pratt Industries offers competitive compensation plans with incentive opportunities, full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, All State, Pre-Paid Legal, and 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, paid holidays, and childbearing and parental leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees