Quality Assurance Lab Tech

Magnera Corporation; Waynesboro (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Magnera Corporation is seeking a Quality Assurance Lab Technician to help ensure our products meet quality standards before they reach customers. You will perform product testing, record data, and analyze results to identify trends and drive improvements.

Join a collaborative manufacturing team focused on accuracy, safety, and continuous improvement, with opportunities to contribute to robust documentation and data integrity across the testing process.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Ability to read, record, and interpret numerical data.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize work and make sound decisions.
• Ability to work effectively with others in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Test products throughout the manufacturing process.
• Evaluate finished products against quality standards.
• Record and maintain accurate testing data.
• Analyze results and identify trends.
• Operate and maintain testing equipment.
• Work with production and quality teams to resolve issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in safety and quality programs.
• Follow established procedures and documentation requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data interpretation

Data recording

Following instructions

Team collaboration

Decision making

Analytical thinking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Computer-based systems

Job description

Overview

Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world.

Job Description

Do you enjoy working with numbers, measurements, and data?

Are you naturally detail-oriented and good at spotting things that others may miss?

As a Quality Assurance Lab Technician, you will help ensure our products meet quality standards before they reach our customers. You'll perform product testing, record and analyze data, identify trends, and work closely with production teams to help solve problems and improve processes.

This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy problem-solving, working with data, following procedures, and contributing to a team environment where quality matters.

What You'll Do

• Test products throughout the manufacturing process
• Evaluate finished products against quality standards
• Record and maintain accurate testing data
• Analyze results and identify trends
• Operate and maintain testing equipment
• Work with production and quality teams to resolve issues
• Support continuous improvement initiatives
• Participate in safety and quality programs
• Follow established procedures and documentation requirements

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to read, record, and interpret numerical data
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize work and make sound decisions
• Ability to work effectively with others in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, quality, laboratory, technical, retail leadership, or other process-driven environments
• Experience working with data, measurements, testing, inspections, or quality-related activities
• Experience using computer-based systems for data entry and documentation

Successful Candidates Typically Demonstrate

• Strong analytical thinking
• Problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Reliability and dependability
• Curiosity and a willingness to learn
• Effective communication skills
• Commitment to safety and quality