Quality Assurance Tech

Shurtape Technologies; New Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Shurtape Technologies in New Hartford, CT is seeking a QA Technician to ensure the quality of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products. You will report test results and participate in root cause analyses while supporting R&D, manufacturing, and suppliers.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to read specifications, and experience with SAP and Microsoft Office. Join a growing team that values continuous improvement and safe, responsible manufacturing.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• Proficient with measurements, gauges, and reading scales (English and metric).
• Basic math and numerical accuracy required.
• Working knowledge of SAP, Manhattan (Avon), and Microsoft Office.
• Clear, effective communication and strong attendance.
• Able to work independently while contributing to a team.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and reliable in documentation.

Responsibilities

• Promote a positive culture through clear and respectful communication and teamwork.
• Read and address email messages; attend and participate in meetings.
• Perform shift pass-downs and maintain proper handoffs.
• Collect raw material and finished tape samples for testing.
• Review and file raw material CoA/CoC; ensure documentation integrity.
• Conduct incoming inspections to verify specification compliance.
• Test materials and finished products to ensure specification adherence.
• Accurately record test results and update computer systems.
• Support quality audits (FPC, FAI, IPC) and trend reporting.
• Monitor shelf lives and disposition of expired material; manage nonconforming material in SAP.
• Report nonconforming materials to management and supervisors.
• Label, store retain samples, and submit daily leadership summaries.
• Follow EHS policy and complete assigned safety training modules.
• Suggest procedural or equipment improvements to boost accuracy and productivity.
• Assist R&D testing and trials; support specifications updates.

Skills

Basic math

Gauge reading

Excellent communication

Attendance

Independent work

Organized and detail oriented

Education

High School diploma/GED or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Manhattan (Avon)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Shurtape Connecticut - New Hartford, CT 06057

Position Type: Full Time

Job Shift: Day

Join a Team That Sticks Together!

At Shurtape Technologies, we know how to make things stick. As a leading manufacturer and marketer of adhesive tape, we pride ourselves on creating innovative solutions for a variety of industries.

We have facilities all around the world, including in the U.S., U.K., Germany, Mexico, China, and more.

In addition to our specialty adhesive products, we offer well-known brands like Duck®, FrogTape®, Painter’s Mate®, Shurtape®, T-Rex®, Kip®, and Pro Tapes®.

Why Work with Us?

We encourage curiosity and creativity, working together to solve challenges and innovate. Our commitment to health, safety, and environmental responsibility means we make a positive impact on our communities and the world.

What We Offer:

• A company that truly values your contributions
• A place where you can grow, make an impact, and be part of something meaningful
• A focus on excellence and continuous improvement, ensuring we deliver top-quality, reliable solutions to our customers
• An environment where employees are encouraged to bring their best ideas forward and adopt a growth mindset

More Than Just Tapes...

In addition to being obsessed with our customers, Shurtape is committed to being socially and environmentally responsible. We recognize that our actions today affect our world tomorrow, and we are committed to responsible manufacturing processes that protect the communities in which we operate.

We Ask for the Best, and Offer the Best in Return

We are looking for passionate, innovative individuals who thrive in a dynamic environment to join the Shurtape team. If you’re looking to be part of a forward-thinking, fast-paced, and supportive team,

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Quality (QA) Technician ensures the overall quality of raw materials, work in process, and finished products. QA Technicians support manufacturing by effectively reporting test results and participating in root cause analyses. They may interact with Research and Development, Technical, Manufacturing, Sales, Marketing, Strategic Sourcing, Customer Logistics, Consumer Relations and Suppliers. They test and report results for new, existing, and competitive products.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

As appropriate to the facility (determined by Quality Manager)

• Promote a positive culture through clear and respectful communication, teamwork, and respectful treatment of all personnel.
• Read and address email messages.
• Attend and participate in meetings.
• Perform an effective pass down at shift change overs.
• Collect raw material and finished tape samples.
• Receive, review, file, and maintain raw material Certificates of Analysis (CoA) and Certificates of Compliance (CoC).
• Perform incoming inspection to ensure compliance with specifications and / or audit plans.
• Perform testing for work in process such as compounds, adhesives, off coater tape, etc. to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Perform finished product testing to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Accurately record test results on the proper forms and computer systems.
• Perform assigned quality audits -first piece checks (FPC), first article inspections (FAI), In-Process Audits (IPC), etc.
• Assist in monitoring shelf lives and act to disposition expired product.
• Control nonconforming material in SAP, Manhattan, and the physical tagging system.
• Report nonconforming material to management and shift supervision.
• Properly label and store retain samples.
• Submit daily summary reports to plant leadership (managers, supervisors, process engineers, other quality group members, etc.)
• Follow good housekeeping and EHS policies by properly disposing of trash and hazardous waste.
• Complete assigned EHS training modules in LMS system.
• Recommend changes to existing procedures and equipment to improve productivity and accuracy.
• Evaluate samples submitted in association with PSRs/complaints per management instructions.
• Update reports for effective and efficient trending.
• Assist with testing process improvements and new product development at the plant level.
• Assist and support specification updates and improvements (raw material, work in process, and finished product)
• Support R&D by testing and quarantining trial materials
• Assist with corrective action implementations
• Other duties as assigned by the Quality Manager

QualificationsJOB REQUIREMENTS:

High School diploma/GED or equivalent experience

• Basic math capabilities
• Ability to read gauges, meters, measurement scales, etc. (English and metric)
• Working knowledge of SAP, Manhattan (Avon), and Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent attendance record
• Able to work independently, self-motivated, and be a team player
• Organized and detail oriented

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to work on a laptop or PC workstation for extended periods of time
• Occasional sitting, walking, and talking on the phone
• Continuous standing for long periods of time