Quality Technician

Printpack•Rhinelander, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Printpack is seeking an entry-level manufacturing production hourly Quality Technician for its Rhinelander, Wisconsin plant. The role offers hands-on experience with a skilled workforce and opportunities to develop technical and mechanical skills. The scheduled shift is Monday through Friday, 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The position includes a full benefits package, and retention bonuses are currently being offered. The Quality Technician performs sampling and testing according to internal and customer requirements, checks jobs in Press and Laminating, reviews samples and customer specifications, enters and retrieves production information in PRISM, and checks equipment calibration. The technician identifies and tags defective material, uses X-rite software and a spectrophotometer, maintains department housekeeping and supplies, files job jackets, and communicates results to operators and department leads. Fire Crew responsibilities include closing fire doors. Work is primarily in a manufacturing setting and may involve noise above 80 dB, complex machinery, solvents, fumes, inks, and variable temperatures. The posting also notes that flexible shifts may be required, including nights, weekends, and holidays; however, the stated schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM. A $2.50-per-hour premium applies only to hours worked on the night shift.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Manufacturing experience preferred.
Basic mechanical aptitude.
Basic mathematical skills for measurements and calculations.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
Strong teamwork and communication skills.
Reliable attendance and punctuality.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Basic computer literacy and ability to multitask.
Problem-identification skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to learn and adapt to new procedures.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must pass a pre-employment assessment; drug screening and background check are required.
Basic understanding of printing processes and equipment, material handling requirements, troubleshooting, cleaning and maintenance procedures, food safety standards, safety protocols, time management, standard operating procedures, and basic mathematical calculations.
Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds; stand and walk for extended periods; climb, kneel, bend, reach, stoop, and squat; and perform grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine motor tasks.
Ability to pass the Ishihara color test, climb ladders and stairs safely, work at heights, wear required PPE, and become certified in material handling equipment.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing experience.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Understand and use the appropriate test methods and equipment to perform required testing and sampling specified by internal and external customers.
Check out each Press and Laminating job, including specifications, film types, and the job jacket.
Visually inspect samples representing material produced on the shift.
Enter data accurately into PRISM for retention and reporting.
Perform accurate calibration checks of equipment.
Create hold tags for defective material and ensure rolls are tagged for proper identification.
Use X-rite software and a spectrophotometer daily.
Maintain department 5S standards, including housekeeping and stocking supplies.
File job jackets daily.
Close fire doors as part of Fire Crew responsibilities.
Understand customer specifications and identify structures for comparison with the correct specification.
Communicate results effectively to Laminating and Press Operators and Department Leads.
Use PRISM screens to obtain job and production information.