QUALITY ASSURANCE INSPECTOR (Nights)

Berry Global, Inc.; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 25,485 - 28,240; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging solutions company is seeking an Entry-Level Quality Assurance associate in Smyrna, TN. This full-time position entails performing inspections and ensuring product quality while meeting physical stamina requirements. Candidates should possess good problem-solving and communication skills. Reliable transportation and the ability to work 12-hour shifts are necessary. The role offers a competitive starting wage based on experience.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and operating instructions.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Physical stamina to stand for prolonged periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections of products.
• Ensure products meet/exceed specifications.
• Assist production associates as needed.

Skills

Quality Assurance processes

Computer application skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Job description

Overview

Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that’s transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world. At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It’s our core value and integral to how we do business. Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win – adapting quickly in an everchanging world – and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world‑class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business. To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visit www.amcor.com.

Responsibilities

• Starting wage is between $18.50 - $20.50 hourly, based on experience, plus added NIGHT SHIFT differential pay
• Schedule: Manufacturing facility, with a schedule at 12 hour shifts, 7 pm- 7 am CT, 3-4 days a week (every other week is 3 days a week, then 4 days a week).
• You must be on your feet (except for your breaks) while working your shift.
• Physical Stamina: The ability to stand for up to 12 hours at a time, walk, and lift heavy items up to 50 lbs. is crucial for this role in order to perform the essential duties.
• You must have reliable and dependable transportation.
• Provides visual, aesthetic, and quantifiable inspection of product
• Insures product meets or exceeds customer specifications
• Insures that line changes are performed according to specifications
• Performs SOR qualifications
• Reviews and releases batch records
• Collects and inspects first shots
• Utilizes JDE to place inventory on blocked status in audit area as required
• Cleans production gauges and quality equipment in manufacturing
• Reviews and updates Quality Department SOP’s and Work Instructions as needed.
• Transfers product internally and assists associates to do so through the use of internal product transfer forms.
• Assists production associates as needed.
• Follows applicable Food Safety, cGMP, and Safety policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Knowledge and Skills

• Working knowledge of Quality Assurance processes & GMP preferred
• Computer application skills preferred
• Must be capable of learning how to use gauges and measurement equipment as necessary
• Must be self‑motivated with the ability to work independently as well as with others on projects and assigned tasks
• Strong problem‑solving, organizational and interpersonal skills needed.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills (verbal and written) needed

Language Skills

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Effective written and oral communication skills needed.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. You must be able to stay on your feet during your 12 hour shift, excluding your meal break or 15‑minute breaks.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Quality Assurance, Plastics Manufacturing