Quality Assurance Technician: Train & Inspect Finished Goods

Palram Basic; Kutztown (Berks County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Palram Americas seeks a Quality Assurance Technician to train operators on quality testing and to perform inspection and release of finished products. The role collaborates across production, supply chain, and customer support to meet sales and service objectives.

The position requires hands-on testing, data recording, and participation in ISO 9001 audits, with a rotating days/nights 12-hour shift schedule and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Industry experience in Quality Assurance.
• Plastics background is a plus.
• Ability to read gauges.
• Strong math aptitude.
• Ability to differentiate colors.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with Word and Excel.
• Experience with SPC, ISO Quality Systems.
• Ability to communicate across departments.

Responsibilities

• Rotate on a 12-hour shift schedule.
• Train shift managers and line operators on quality testing procedures.
• Perform quality testing to verify thickness, color, and length.
• Cross-train across Polycarbonate, PVC, and warehouse operations.
• Engage with operators to ensure understanding of specs.
• Manage computerized specs and customer requirements.
• Record defect data in spreadsheets using Excel or similar software.
• Review line QC instructions and update as needed.
• Document results to show products meet quality standards.
• Support continuous improvement and ISO 9001 audits.

Skills

Quality assurance experience

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Gauge calibration

SPC software

ISO QA systems

Job description

Palram Americas seeks a Quality Assurance Technician to train operators on quality testing and to perform inspection and release of finished products. The role collaborates across production, supply chain, and customer support to meet sales and service objectives.

The position requires hands-on testing, data recording, and participation in ISO 9001 audits, with a rotating days/nights 12-hour shift schedule and strong attention to detail.