Quality Technician - 7PM-7AM

Mauser Packaging Solutions•Indianapolis, IN

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Technician supports plant production needs and daily operations by performing routine checks, tests, gauging, and instrument inspections on materials, work in process, and finished goods, and separating acceptable from unacceptable product. The role performs incoming, in-process, and final inspections to verify process and product quality, including UN performance testing and associated documentation and recordkeeping for contractual, statutory, and regulatory requirements. The technician records test information accurately on a computer and in shift reports, communicates findings and quality concerns to managers, production leaders, operators, and supervisors, and follows containment procedures for defective product. The role also supports quality-related training and may assist with sample testing and special situations. All duties must be performed safely and in accordance with company safety rules and established quality policies, procedures, and instructions. The Indianapolis plant is fully climate-controlled. The work environment may involve occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and outside weather conditions; noise is usually loud. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Two years of related trade school training, or equivalent education and experience in a similar environment.
Ability to use and understand precision measuring instruments and gauges, specifications, charts, and diagrams.
Ability to accurately read measuring devices, blueprints, product specifications, and test procedures.
Good hand/eye/foot coordination and motor skills.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Computer skills, including familiarity with Windows and Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong attention to detail and recordkeeping.
Ability to remain on feet for up to 8–12 hours per shift.
Ability to use hands and fingers to perform job functions; stoop, kneel, bend, and climb; work in confined spaces; and lift up to 55 pounds.
Certificate, license, or registration is preferred but not required.

Nice To Haves

Certificate, license, or registration; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Recommend actions to the Manager and Production leaders based on observations and findings.
Accurately record test information on a computer and in neatly written shift reports.
Work with front-line employees, operators, and production supervisors to advise when adjustments are needed.
Notify a supervisor when inspection data exceeds acceptable limits or major quality incidents occur.
Follow containment procedures and place defective drums on HOLD.
Assist in planning, promoting, and organizing training activities related to product quality and reliability.
Assist with testing samples and handling special situations when required.
Perform duties safely and consistently with company safety rules.
Conduct UN performance testing, complete appropriate documentation, and maintain records required by contractual, statutory, and regulatory requirements.
Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections to verify process and product quality.
Develop and demonstrate knowledge and understanding of established quality policies, procedures, and instructions.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by a Supervisor or Manager.