Quality Technician

Amcor•Pittston, PA

About The Position

The Quality Technician supports quality assurance activities in a manufacturing plant, helping ensure that only conforming products are released to customers. The role monitors production, performs product and process checks, documents results, identifies and escalates non-conformances, and communicates ongoing issues between shifts. The technician is expected to work professionally with associates, maintain safety and housekeeping standards, and demonstrate Amcor’s values and behaviors.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Prior experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Good computer skills.
Skill in using measuring devices such as height gages and calipers.
Good mathematics skills.
Good verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with employees, vendors, and customers.
Ability to work independently with little supervision and deliver results in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment.
Attention to detail, time management, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work as a cross-functional team member.
Ability to regularly sit, stand, or walk for long periods; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
Ability to regularly lift or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to use required personal protective equipment, including bump cap, safety eyewear, safety shoes, hair/beard nets, hearing protection, and disposable mask.
Ability to work with frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles and near moving mechanical parts.

Nice To Haves

Plastic manufacturing experience is highly preferred.
A technical background and/or experience in Quality Assurance is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Work professionally with other associates to ensure only quality product is released to customers.
Check that production is running in accordance with the schedule and walk the production floor to become familiar with current products.
Collect samples from injection molding machines, secondary processes, and print lines for attribute, dimensional, and functional testing at the specified frequency; record results on appropriate forms.
Notify the Shift Supervisor of non-conformances, monitor concerns for prompt resolution, and escalate issues through management if they are not being addressed.
Notify the Quality Assurance Manager of quality defects that are not corrected promptly.
Identify non-conforming product with “Hold” labels and update the hold log.
Perform in-process attribute verifications and document checks; record results on the Quality Monitor.
Perform first shot verifications and document results using appropriate forms.
Assist with LDR verifications as needed.
Immediately notify the Quality Assurance Manager of deficiencies in Quality Department equipment.
Maintain a safe working environment and ensure quality and housekeeping standards are maintained.
Communicate ongoing concerns and unresolved issues to the incoming technician during shift transitions.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Exemplify Amcor’s behaviors and values and represent the company professionally.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans.
Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees; may vary by location.
Company-paid holidays, starting at 8 days per year; may vary by location.
Wellbeing programs and Employee Assistance Program.
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account.
Life insurance, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, and voluntary benefits.
Paid Parental Leave.
Retirement Savings Plan with company match.
Tuition reimbursement, subject to approval.
Discretionary bonus program, with initial eligibility dependent upon hire date.