Quality Assurance Lab Technician

Socket.dev; Waynesboro (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Magnera in Waynesboro, VA is seeking a QA/Operations technician to uphold safety and quality across the lab and production lines.

You will apply ISO procedures, control charts, CpK and SPC tools, perform calibration and testing, and collaborate with QA and operations to drive continuous improvement while training others as needed. This role emphasizes data-driven decisions and teamwork to ensure product quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• Ability to read charts and document numbers accurately.
• Ability to read electrical indicators and lab data.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong data entry and computer literacy.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform all tasks in a safe manner.
• Understand and fully utilize all ISO procedures, control charts, CpK, and other SPC tools and measurements; recommend improvements based on statistical data and observation.
• Operate all diagnostic equipment needed to perform job
• Perform all in-process and finished product testing as required by specification or as assigned by management.
• Calibrate all testing equipment in the lab.
• Coordinate with QA Lead, Shift Supervisor, Line Leader, Production Technician, Process Engineer, and other Operations team members to resolve issues or discrepancies.
• Actively participate in safety, product, and compliance audits
• Enter correct data into Quality Windows, perform analysis of data, and report trends that indicate process issues.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives for the QA and Operations teams.
• Communicate effectively with internal customers as well as co-workers to solve problems and enhance capabilities of the team
• Train others as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data interpretation

Statistical analysis

Decision making

Attention to detail

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 needed 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform all tasks in a safe manner
• Understand and fully utilize all ISO procedures, control charts, histograms, CpK, and other SPC tools and measurements; recommend improvements based on statistical data and observation.
• Operate all diagnostic equipment needed to perform job
• Perform all in-process and finished product testing as required by specification or as assigned by management.
• Calibrate all testing equipment in the lab.
• Coordinate with QA Lead, Shift Supervisor, Line Leader, Production Technician, Process Engineer, and other Operations team members to resolve issues or discrepancies.
• Actively participate in safety, product, and compliance audits
• Enter correct data into Quality Windows, perform analysis of data, and report trends that indicate process issues.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives for the QA and Operations teams.
• Communicate effectively with internal customers as well as co-workers to solve problems and enhance capabilities of the team
• Train others as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

1. Ability to make decisions regarding work priorities.

2. Ability to read charts and document numbers and events on paper and in computer.

3. Ability to read electrical indicators and laboratory equipment indicators.4. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

5. Ability to interact with digital and basic computerized record & control systems.