Quality Assurance Technician (Non-Union): GH0021

Graham Packaging - Global; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein etabliertes Unternehmen in der nachhaltigen Verpackungsindustrie sucht einen Qualitätsprüfer für rotierende Schichten in Lexington, KY. In dieser Rolle sind Sie verantwortlich für die Sicherstellung der Qualitätsstandards und die Schulung neuer Mitarbeiter. Sie werden aktiv an kontinuierlichen Verbesserungsprojekten teilnehmen und mit verschiedenen Abteilungen zusammenarbeiten, um die Produktionsziele zu erreichen. Das Unternehmen bietet ein unterstützendes Umfeld, in dem Teamarbeit und persönliche Entwicklung gefördert werden. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für Qualität und Innovation haben, könnte dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie sein.

Benefits

Medizinische Versicherung

Zahnversicherung

Sehversicherung

401K-Plan

Bezahlte Freizeit

Wellness-Programme

Qualifications

• 1-3 Jahre Erfahrung in der Fertigung, bevorzugt mit Qualitätserfahrung.
• Starke Kommunikations- und Teamfähigkeiten sind erforderlich.

Responsibilities

• Überwachung der Qualität von Produkten und Verpackungen.
• Durchführung von Prozessprüfungen und Inspektionen.

Skills

Qualitätskontrolle

Statistische Analyse

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Teamarbeit

Computerkenntnisse

Education

Abschluss in einem relevanten Bereich

Tools

Infinity QS

Job description

Company Statement

Graham Packaging is a people, planet, and values-based company and a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing. From the kitchen to the laundry room, Graham Packaging is part of your everyday life. For employees at Graham, our Blue Culture is part of their everyday lives, too. In other words, Blue is how we do things here. At Graham, we are united by a clear vision. We know our part and help those around us know theirs, encouraging one another to continuously improve. We create a safe, challenging environment to innovate by supporting creative ideas and new ways of thinking. We take the initiative to cultivate our individual growth and help others do the same, while keeping ourselves and one another accountable. And we actively promote cooperation, collaboration, integrity, and respect across regions and teams to foster an engaged, diverse, and connected workforce. We value our employees, and a Blue Culture allows for the most rewarding employee experience as part of the Graham family. Blue is how we feel about what we do—together—to create a better tomorrow. Working at Graham means you lead constructively with clear goals, use diverse thinking to drive excellence, accountability, innovation, as well as demonstrating collaboration, embracing learning, and taking action for continuous improvement and growth.

Overview

Graham Packaging Company has new openings for Quality Assurance Technicians based in Lexington, KY. This opening is for rotating 12-hour shifts, operating during the hours of 6:48 am - 7:00 pm.

Quality Technicians are responsible for attaining and maintaining standards of quality for bottles as defined by drawings, product specifications, and Quality Assurance procedures. They assist in training new personnel on the importance of quality and leadership. They monitor the quality of finished products and packaging at startup and qualification, both before and after packing. The primary duties include:

1. Understanding, following, and enforcing all established safety, health, quality GMP, and company policies, procedures, and recognized practices.
2. Communicating about quality with supervisors, managers, other shifts, and departments verbally and through written documents according to plant practice.
3. Setting up and maintaining product files in the Infinity QS data collection system for input of variable/attribute data by QA, production, and maintenance personnel.
4. Developing and analyzing statistical data, control charts, and product specifications to determine current standards and establish quality and reliability expectations.
5. Participating in continuous quality improvement projects and related activities.
6. Creating and implementing inspection criteria and procedures.
7. Maintaining Quality Inspection Procedures.
8. Completing required documentation and forms.
9. Coordinating and managing held ware and rework processes.
10. Coordinating quality activities with other departments to achieve plant objectives in compliance with procedures.
11. Training employees engaged in inspection and testing to ensure ongoing control over materials and products.
12. Playing an active role on organizational teams.
13. Assisting in customer complaints investigations and corrective actions.
14. Ensuring operators and PMT leads follow procedures during tests and inspections.
15. Changing challenge test samples during product changeovers.
16. Supporting Infinity and quality reporting systems.
17. Conducting gage R&R studies.
18. Performing process audits and inspecting finished goods for defects, reporting issues for correction.
19. Completing product qualifications and assisting with new product approvals.
20. Analyzing SPC charts and evaluating trends.
21. Retesting bottles as needed to verify quality standards.
22. Performing multiple inspection tests to meet or exceed specifications.
23. Identifying and segregating non-conforming products.
24. Auditing rejected materials and customer returns, reporting findings.
25. Monitoring challenge test samples and QA supplies, requesting replacements as needed.
26. Covering for vacations and maintaining inventory of caps, notifying QA Manager when low.
27. Maintaining a clean and orderly work area and test samples.
28. Performing other duties as assigned by the Quality Manager.

Qualifications

A minimum of 1 to 3 years in manufacturing is required, with at least 6 months of quality experience preferred. The role requires interaction with managers, employees, vendors, and customers, and the following skills are essential:

• Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance.
• Proficiency in computer usage and typing skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to work independently and complete assignments within instructions and routines.
• Effective communication of facts and information.
• Strong collaboration skills, proactively contributing to team objectives.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range complies with applicable laws and is based on individual qualifications and experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, participation in the 401K plan, wellness programs, paid time off, and other company policies.

EEO Statement

Graham Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.