Quality Control Technician

DiversiTech Corporation; Conyers (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

DiversiTech Corporation is seeking a Quality Control Technician in Conyers, GA. The role focuses on inspecting raw materials, in-process materials, and final products to detect defects, with basic testing of electrical functionality and packaging quality.

Responsibilities include supporting production with quality issues, sampling, documenting results, and maintaining QA records. The position requires safety compliance, teamwork, and proactive problem-solving in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of manufacturing experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, SharePoint).
• Strong communication and attention to detail; proactive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to all plant safety protocols.
• Conducts plan walkthroughs to identify improvements.
• Monitors nonconforming products and reports issues promptly.
• Collaborates with line operators and management to address deviations.
• Logs product defects in the database and tracks corrective actions.
• Maintains quality inspection records and supports calibration activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Exceptional communication

Self-starter

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

Job Details

Job Title:

Quality Control Technician

Job Code:

QCT

Department:

Plant Quality Control

Location:

Conyers, GA - Dogwood

Queensbury, NY

Springfield, MO

Reports To:

Plant Manager, Operations Manager, Distribution Center Manager

FLSA Classification:

Non - Exempt

EEOC Classification:

Operatives

Salary Grade:

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Yes No

Job Summary:

The primary responsibility of the Quality Control Technician is to examine and evaluate raw materials, in-process materials, and final products to detect flaws, damage, or deviations from set standards. This role involves assessing the physical attributes of components, materials, machinery, and products against technical standards to detect any defects. Moreover, the Technician will perform basic tests (such as assessing electrical functionality, reliability, and packaging quality), documenting findings, and creating straightforward technical reports. Furthermore, the position includes overseeing quality control inspections during production and collaborating with the Production team to address any identified concerns.

Essential Duties:

• Adheres to all plant and company safety protocols to ensure a secure work environment.
• Conducts thorough plan walkthroughs to identify opportunities for improvements.
• Monitors and manages nonconforming products within the plant and reports anomalies or concerns promptly.
• Collaborates with line operators and plant management to address deviations from specifications.
• Identifies and logs product defects in the designated database.
• Utilizes suitable testing equipment to evaluate products efficiently.
• Prepares and tests samples according to specified requirements.
• Documents and records test results, comparing them with predetermined standards.
• Participates in training plant staff on quality work instructions and procedures.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date quality inspection records.
• Ensures that calibrated devices are validated and assists in recalibration efforts.
• Conducts incoming inspections as required.
• Assists in investigations related to corrective and preventative actions.
• Gathers trial data as instructed.
• Maintains a comprehensive quality assurance database (e.g. Excel, Word, SharePoint, or other system) for all tested product information.
• Consistently achieves assigned production standards.
• Proactively seeks improvements in applicable company systems.
• Utilizes appropriate testing equipment to assess products effectively.
• Maintains organization and cleanliness of work area, ensuring no safety hazards exist.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required:

Qualifications, Skills, Abilities and Educational Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED
• 1 – 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Basic Computer skills utilizing Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, SharePoint)
• Experience working in a fast paced and high-volume work environment.
• Proactive “self-starter” with a strong attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written
• Valid Driver’s License

Preferred

• Associate degree in related field
• Plastics or Colorant experience
• Prior experience in quality control

Key Competencies:

Inter-Relationships:

Consistent interaction with other hourly production team members and management.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

Work Environment:

This position works in a manufacturing work setting. Frequently exposed to seasonal temperatures of excessive cold or heat. Work environment is often loud, dusty and/or dirty due to the concrete materials required for production. Work schedule consists of early, late, and weekend shifts.

Physical Demands:

Demand:

Frequency:

• Hear
• Frequent
• See
• Frequent
• Repetitive Motions
• Frequent
• Stand
• Frequent
• Stoop
• Frequent
• Bend
• Frequent
• Climb
• Frequent
• Kneel
• Frequent
• Lifting
• Frequent
• Pulling
• Frequent
• Pushing
• Frequent
• Reach
• Frequent
• Walk
• Frequent
• Type
• Occasional
• Sit
• Occasional

Physical Work:

Percentage:

Heavy– 25 – 50lbs

50 – 75%

Travel Required:

No

Additional Information:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel.

Job duties outlined in this job description are considered “Essential Functions” and have been formulated in accordance with the guidelines established by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The provisions of the American with Disabilities Act (1990) stipulate that employees must be capable of performing the “Essential Functions” of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the “Essential Functions”.

DiversiTech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Approvals:

Prepared By: Charis Johnson

Date: 3/11/24

Approved By (HR):

Approval By (Operations): Carlton Goodly – via approval form

Date: 3/27/24

Approval By (Operations): Allen Glover – via email

Date: 5/30/24

Approval By (Operations): Steve Thurber – via email

Christopher Bles - via email

Date: 1/15/25

Date: 1/23/25