QC Technician

Klöckner Pentaplast; Gordonsville (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Klöckner Pentaplast in Gordonsville, Virginia is seeking a QC Technician to evaluate products during manufacturing and ensure compliance with specifications. The ideal candidate will have an Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in quality assurance.

This role involves inspecting products, conducting risk assessments, and maintaining safety and quality standards in a night shift. Knowledge in SAP and proficiency in MS Office are essential.

Diversity and inclusion are valued at kp, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
• 3-5 years related experience in quality in a manufacturing facility, preferably in the plastics/polymer industry.
• Proficiency in MS Office and SAP.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate products throughout the manufacturing process.
• Complete a Risk Assessment at the beginning of every shift.
• Inspect product in the QC Lab and record all findings.
• Verify thickness and width of product using specialized instruments.
• Investigate customer complaints and enter evaluation information in SAP.

Skills

Product inspection

Safety procedures

Quality assurance

Attention to detail

MS Office proficiency

SAP knowledge

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent

3-5 years related experience in manufacturing

Tools

ProGauge

Minolta Colourimeter

Job description

Company

kp (Klöckner Pentaplast) is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry, committed to sustainability and innovation.

Job Summary

The QC Technician utilizes standard operating procedures and specifications to evaluate products throughout the manufacturing process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Align with kp’s strategic compass and core behaviors: Focus, Accountability, Respect, and Urgency.
• Lead by example – promote a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Complete a Risk Assessment at the beginning of every shift.
• Recognise and mitigate safety hazards and quality issues.
• Complete PASA audits as required.
• Work closely with operators and supervisors; have daily communications; coordinate and cooperate with production personnel; follow all test procedures in the QA manual and test procedures located on the IMS.
• Check in‑process and finished product from manufacturing compliance to specifications and procedures.
• Upload orders in BDE once reviewed; release orders in SAP once VCM, 24‑Hour Layflat or any additional testing is completed and reviewed in a timely manner.
• Inspect product in the QC Lab, or in‑process on the Calender Lines, Extrusion Lines, Slitting and in the Packing area; record all findings on IP‑019‑1 and in the BDE. Keep all test instruments in smooth working order; verify thickness of product by using a ProGauge, TMI gauge or digital micrometer; verify width by use of a steel rule; determine gloss by using gloss meters; determine dimensional stability by time and temperature in percent; conduct any other specialised testing on products as needed; ensure calibration of test instrumentation is completed monthly or as required per instrument.
• Visually inspect material for defects such as, but not limited to, air, pit marks, gels, fibres, carbon specs (black points), burn, friction or any cosmetic altering variables.
• Use colour computer to determine light‑dark, blue‑yellow, and red‑to‑green ranges on product being run, as well as visual comparisons with standards in the lab on the Minolta Colourimeter.
• Investigate incorrect or questionable information on work orders and roll labels; determine the problem and correct it; process all retain samples in accordance with Department Procedures.
• Follow good safety and housekeeping practices in their assigned work areas and conduct daily cGMP walk‑throughs in the Plant.
• Investigate customer complaints and enter evaluation information on the Quality Notification in SAP.
• Other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements

• Night Shift only position; able to work 12‑hour shifts, nights, weekends, holidays; must be able to work overtime as needed; two positions available.

Education and or Experience

• Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two‑year college or technical school; or three to five years related experience and/or training in quality in a manufacturing facility, preferably in the plastics/polymer industry; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Computer skills – MS Office, SAP, BDE.

EEO Statement

At kp, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is vital to our global success. We welcome applicants from all identities, ideas, perspectives and experiences and encourage people from under‑represented backgrounds to apply. We aim to create an inclusive culture where employees feel empowered to play to their strengths and see themselves reflected in the organisation without regard to race, gender, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual preference, marital status or inclusion in any other protected class.