Jr. Quality Engineer - Materials

Tarkett; Dalton, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tarkett in Dalton, GA is seeking a Jr. Quality Engineer – Materials to support the Quality and Operations teams with testing and analysis of incoming materials, process improvements, and data interpretation.

You will collaborate with North American Soft Surface plants to ensure safe, on-time, cost-efficient quality products, contributing to waste reduction and Lean initiatives. This entry-level role offers hands-on lab work, on-site shifts including potential weekend coverage, and opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or related field preferred but not required; Associate’s may be required if no Bachelor’s.
• Six Sigma experience is preferred but not required.
• Experience with GC / Mass Spectrometry is required.
• Able to read, write, interpret, and maintain SOPs.
• Able to multitask in lab and production environments.
• Flexible for 2nd shift hours and potential weekend coverage.

Responsibilities

• Support improvement projects in data collection, time studies, audits, data mining, laboratory testing and focused data collection activities.
• Design and conduct quality assurance lab tests on incoming materials, intermediate process samples and finished product.
• Perform VOC analysis on raw materials and interpret data to determine disposition for usage.
• Develop understanding of material conversion processes and linkages to manufacturing and final product to drive improvements.
• Leverage problem-solving tools to improve processes and costs.
• Expand incoming quality processes and support 5S and Lean manufacturing activities.
• Collaborate with production operators and maintain safety and environmental compliance.

Skills

Data analysis

Quality-focused mindset

Cross-functional teamwork

Laboratory testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or related field

Associate’s in a science-based area (Chemistry, etc.) if no Bachelor’s

Tools

GC / Mass Spectrometry

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Tarkett is seeking a Jr. Quality Engineer - Materials to join the team in Dalton, GA. This role reports to the Director of Quality and is responsible for supporting the Quality and Operations Teams with Testing and Analysis of Incoming Materials, Process Improvements, and the interpretation of data. This position will work collaboratively with plants within the North American Soft Surface Division to ensure that quality products are delivered to our customers safely, on time, and at the lowest cost.

ESSESNTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Support improvement projects in data collection, time studies, audits, data mining, laboratory testing and/or focused data collection activities. Design and conduct quality assurance lab tests on incoming materials, intermediate process samples and finished product. Perform VOC analysis on raw materials and interpret data to determine disposition for usage. Develop understanding and expertise of material conversion processes within the various overall manufacturing processes. Develop linkages from raw material and other laboratory testing to the manufacturing processes and final product to establish process and product improvements. Leverage fundamental problem-solving tools/methodologies to improve processes and costs. Further develop, improve, and expand existing incoming quality processes. Perform supporting activities for quality and engineering including 5S and Lean manufacturing activities, material handling improvements, production line configuration, and safety procedures. Manage workload with a positive attitude as a team player in a collaborative work environment. Model safe behaviors and comply with safety and environmental policies and requirements. Support plant initiatives for WCM implementation and expansion. Perform various additional quality and laboratory functions as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS (including educational requirements)

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or related field preferred but not required. An Associate’s in a science-based area of study (Chemistry, etc.) is required if there is no Bachelor’s. Six Sigma experience is preferred but not required. Experience with GC / Mass Spectrometry is required. Able to read, write, interpret, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures. Able to multitask in both a laboratory and production environment. Must be flexible for 2nd shift hours of operation and potential weekend coverage, as required. Must be “hands on” to the laboratory, process, and the shop floor, understanding not just the data, but the physical “how” of manufacturing and testing Must be detail oriented and accountable for completing assignments in a timely manner with a high level of accuracy and professionalism. Must have the skills to develop and communicate succinctly summarized data analysis and project overviews. Team oriented, self-motivated and innovative. Excellent communication skills in a cross-functional environment. Willingness to work closely with production operators and “live” the processes for which this role is responsible.

Ce que nous offrons :

Un engagement que la sécurité est notre priorité; Des avantages sociaux, un salaire et des options de régime de retraite compétitifs; Une croissance de carrière, une stabilité et une flexibilité d’emploi. Fabrication responsable - protéger notre planète pour l'avenir : Nous utilisons de l'énergie renouvelable et un processus d'eau recyclée en boucle fermée; Nous nous engageons à réduire les émissions de gaz à effet de serre et la consommation d'eau; Nous sommes la seule entreprise de revêtements de sol reconnue par L’Association Asthme & Allergies.

Qui nous sommes:

Avec une histoire de 140 ans, Tarkett est un leader mondial des solutions innovantes de revêtements de sol et de surfaces sportives avec 12 000 employés et 34 sites industriels. Offrant une large gamme de produits, y compris le vinyle, le linoléum, le caoutchouc, le tapis, le bois, le stratifié, le gazon artificiel et les pistes de sport. Le Groupe sert des clients dans plus de 100 pays à travers le monde. Engagé à changer la donne avec l'économie circulaire et à réduire son empreinte carbone, le Groupe a mis en place une stratégie d'éco-innovation basée sur les principes Cradle to Cradle® pleinement alignée sur son approche Tarkett Human-Conscious Design®. Tarkett est coté sur Euronext (Compartment B, ISIN FR0004188670, ticker: TKTT). https://www.tarkett-group.com Tarkett est un employeur garantissant l'égalité des chances. Nous valorisons la diversité des origines et des expériences et promouvons un lieu de travail inclusif où tous les employés peuvent donner le meilleur d'eux-mêmes. En tant que leader mondial de l’industrie des rêvetements de sol, nous concevons, fabriquons et fournissons à nos clients les solutions les plus innovantes et les plus durables en matière de rêvetements de sol et de surfaces suportives. Ches Tarkett, nous cultivons une culture de l’entreprenariat dans le respect et la confiance. Nous faisons des choix réfléchis, pour les personnes et pour la planète, et nous nous engageons à être à vos côtés à chaque étape. Rejoignez-nous pour préparer votre avenir ! Chez Tarkett, nous aidons à créer de grands espaces. Nous croyons qu'il faut prendre soin de nos employés, de nos clients et de notre planète. Nous croyons qu'il faut être agile et axé sur la performance dans tout ce que nous faisons afin de trouver les meilleures solutions de revêtements de sol et de surfaces sportives.

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