Quality Assurance Technician

Amcor LLC; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Wellbeing programs & EAP

HSA/FSA options

Life insurance and disability coverage

Parental Leave

Retirement plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Discretionary bonus program

Job summary

Amcor is seeking a Quality Inspector at the Oklahoma City Plant to perform regular inspection tests on products and materials, ensuring they meet safety and quality standards. The role involves sampling from molding and printing lines, recording results, and identifying non-conforming items with proper Hold labeling and log updates.

The position requires a high school diploma, basic math and computer skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in fast-paced manufacturing preferred, plastics manufacturing is a plus.
• Strong mathematical and communication skills are required.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and deliver results.

Responsibilities

• Inspect products and materials to verify quality and safety standards.
• Collect samples from injection molding, secondary processes and print lines for tests.
• Record results on forms and monitor the Quality Monitor.
• Identify non-conforming product and place on Hold, update Hold log.
• Notify Shift Supervisor and QA Manager of any issues and escalate as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Height gauges

Calipers

Job description

Job Overview

Perform regular inspection tests on products and materials to verify that everything is functioning properly and efficiently to company safety and quality standards.

Job Dimensions

• Direct Reports: None
• Geographical scope: OKOK Oklahoma City Plant
• Decision-Making Authority: None
• Functional dimensions: Quality Department, OKOK Oklahoma City Plant

Accountabilities

Work in a professional manner with other associates to ensure only quality product being released to the customer. Collect samples from each injection molding machine, secondary process, and print line for the required attribute / dimensional / functional testing per the specified frequency. Record the results on the appropriate forms. Identify non-conforming product with “Hold” labels and update the hold log. Perform in-process attribute verifications and document checks. Record the results on the Quality Monitor. Perform first shot verifications and document the results using the appropriate forms. Notify the Shift Supervisor of any non-conformances that are found. Monitor active concerns for prompt resolution and elevate issue up the Management chain if the non-conformance is not being addressed. Notify Quality Assurance Manager immediately of any Quality Department equipment deficiencies and quality defects which are not corrected promptly. Assist as necessary with LDR verifications. Maintain a safe working environment. Responsible for ensuring quality and housekeeping standards are maintained. Ensure a smooth transition between shifts by communicating any ongoing concerns/ lingering issues to incoming technician. Walk the floor to become familiar with the products that are running, and consult with the outgoing technician for any items of concern.

Qualifications/Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Prior experience in fast-paced manufacturing environment; plastic manufacturing highly preferred.
• Good computer, mathematics and communication skills required. Skilled in the use of measuring devices, such as height gages and calipers.
• Independent in working effectively with little supervision; self-starter, displaying ability to work and deliver results in a fast-paced, performance driven environment.
• Attention to detail, time management skills, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work as a cross-functional team member.

Physical Requirements

• Standing and Walking: Extended periods (Up to 12 hours per shift) on concrete floors in a fast-paced production environment.
• Lifting and Carrying: Up to 50lbs safely with the frequency of at least 10 times per shift, and 25lbs regularly.
• Pushing and Pulling: Carts, bins, and pallets using approximately 75lbs of force with the frequency of at least 10 times per shift.
• Bending, Stooping, Kneeling: As needed to access materials and operate equipment in a regular frequency.
• Climbing and Reaching: Using ladders or steps and reaching overhead or below waist level to load/unload materials with occassional frequency.
• Mobility and Coordination: safely navigate equipment, production areas and storage zones with good balance and coordination. Occasional need to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Ability to view objects in the distance, near, and peripheral as well as depth perception.
• Environmental Exposure: Work involves exposure to heat and humidity. May also be exposed to plastic, ink and cleaning chemical fumes. Moderate to high noise levels typical of injection molding and printing operations. All requirements must be met with or without reasonable accommodation.

Our Expectations

We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when: Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovation Our investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returns The environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and products 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the \"Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal\" Poster. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees, may vary by location
• Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
• Wellbeing programs & Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
• Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)

About Amcor

Amcor is the global leader in developing and producing responsible consumer packaging and dispensing solutions across a variety of materials for nutrition, health, beauty and wellness categories. Our global product innovation and sustainability expertise enables us to solve packaging challenges around the world every day, producing a range of flexible packaging, rigid packaging, cartons and closures that are more sustainable, functional and appealing for our customers and their consumers. We are guided by our purpose of elevating customers, shaping lives and protecting the future. Supported by a commitment to safety, over 75,000 people generate $23 billion in annualized sales from operations that span over 400 locations in more than 40 countries. NYSE: AMCR; ASX: AMC www.amcor.com|LinkedIn|YouTube Amcor is committed to providing a secure and reliable experience for all job seekers. If you are looking to join Amcor, please read this page to help you avoid recruitment scams.