Quality Assurance

Graphic Packaging International; Shelbyville (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k) with employer matching

Health, dental, vision coverage

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International in Shelbyville, IL, is seeking a Quality Assurance specialist to perform quality control inspections and tests during manufacturing, inspecting materials and products at various stages, and recording observations for process improvements.

The role requires strong attention to detail, proficiency with Microsoft Office, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and willingness to train others.

Qualifications

• Solid computer experience, including Microsoft Office products: Outlook, Access and Excel and other critical computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties in a safe and orderly manner.
• Participate in safety meetings and safety tours.
• Ensure production of products consistent with established food safety, sanitation, and quality standards.
• Ensure product quality requirements are maintained using predetermined testing methods
• Perform incoming inspection and release of incoming raw materials.
• Monitor in-process part quality for conformance to standards and perform and record in-process testing.
• Maintain in-process defect library and manage non-conforming materials.
• Complete visual inspection of blanks, cups, bottom stock, and lids to ensure they are free from defects.

Skills

Computer skills

Job description

At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.

With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.

A World of Difference. Made Possible.

Job Details

Quality Assurance

$1,500 Retention Bonus for New Hires and Qualifying Rehires

Starting At $22.02 progressing to $22.63 at 6 months

$1.15/Hour Shift Differential for Night Shift

Benefits Start on the 1st Of the Month Following Your Start Date

Job Summary

Performs quality control inspections, checks, and tests during the manufacture of products. Inspects materials, parts, and products at different stages of production. Records observations and may make recommendations for improving processes.

Work Devices

Computer, leak tester, gram scale, gauges, heat sealer, coffee pot, oven, die cutters, forms, tape measure, dye syringes, labels, reject tickets, and laser synergy Q & N dimensions, NDC scanner, face unit.

Description of tasks

• Perform all duties in a safe and orderly manner.
• Participate in safety meetings and safety tours.
• Ensure production of products consistent with established food safety, sanitation, and quality standards.
• Ensure product quality requirements are maintained using predetermined testing methods
• Perform incoming inspection and release of incoming raw materials.
• Monitor in-process part quality for conformance to standards and perform and record in-process testing.
• Manage non-conforming materials in Manufacturing. Pro; Maintain in-process defect library.
• Complete visual inspection of blanks, cups, bottom stock, and lids to ensure they are free from defects.
• Conduct leak tests on cups; Conduct critical checks of cup dimensions
• Perform paper testing, checking basis weight, width, adhesion, pin hole testing, dyne check, delamination, wicking, moisture, heat seal, coat weights.
• Perform tear downs, and ensure packaging and contents match the product specification sheet.
• Approve release of finished product for storage and shipping and dispose of defective product.
• Notify supervisor and/or group leader of problems that arise that are beyond the scope of the QAC’s duties
• Maintain 5S in assigned area by keeping work area and equipment clean and orderly.
• Once qualified, instruct and train other QAC’s.
• Communicate with oncoming shift about any issues.
• Actively participate in daily team production meetings – communicates key items within the plant environment on safety, quality, maintenance, production, and continuous improvement
• Fulfill overtime requirements necessary to ensure production requirements are met.
• Perform miscellaneous duties, as assigned.
• Assist in other areas or perform other duties, as assigned.

Special Qualification

• Solid computer experience, including Microsoft Office products: Outlook, Access and Excel and other critical computer applications.
• Prior quality experience in manufacturing, preferred.
• Ability to work in a high paced and multi-task environment.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and detail orientation.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to follow verbal or written instructions.
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform the essential physical functions of the position, with or without accommodation. This includes Standing and/or walking for extended periods of time, up to 12-hours; Lifting up to 50 lbs. to a height of 3 feet; Pushing blank carts weighing up to 1,500 lbs. (2-person job); Visual acuity and depth perception; Working in various temperatures & humidity levels.
• Ability to train on day shift for 12-week period prior to going to shift.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
• Must pass Ishihara Color Vision Test

Safe Quality Food Responsibilities

Follow all Plant rules, Processes, Hygiene, and Allergens procedures, related to production of Safe Quality Foods.

Report to person of authority to record any potentially unsafe conditions which may result in unsafe foods or noncompliance to SQF related procedures.

Participate in SQF Root Cause and Corrective Actions (from customer complaints, SQF audits, validation, and verification activities) as required.

Follow all procedures related to producing Safe Quality Foods (SQF).

Report any potentially unsafe SQF conditions or customer complaints to a person of authority to record and/or correct the situation.

GPI’s Benefit Program

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) w/employer matching
• Health & Welfare Benefits
  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Various Voluntary benefits
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off + paid company holidays each year

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Graphic Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and abides by all applicable federal, state provincial and local laws with respect to the recruitment and hiring process. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and hiring process free from discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Should you require an accommodation for a disability, please contact your Human Resources representative or email [e-mail].