Quality Control Technician

PPG Industries; Thomasville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

PPG Industries in Thomasville, NC seeks a Quality Control Technician to ensure high standards of quality and consistency in our thermoplastic manufacturing process. You will report to the Quality Manager and work on-site at the Thomasville facility.

Responsibilities include routine testing, evaluating finished products, and maintaining calibration records. You will adhere to safety protocols and 5S practices while documenting results in LIMS.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in a quality control laboratory setting.
• Proficiency with computer use and digital data reporting.
• Maintain organized records.
• Experience with statistical analysis, and trending, and mathematical procedures.
• Accurate documentation practices.
• Ability to work in a fast paced manufacturing environment requiring standing for extended periods of time and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Adherence to PPG’s code of ethics.

Responsibilities

• Execute routine testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products according to established procedures and specifications.
• Perform physical and chemical property evaluations on finished products to verify conformance to quality standards.
• Document and report all test results accurately within the laboratory information management system (LIMS).
• Perform preventative maintenance and routine calibrations on laboratory instruments; maintain calibration records and troubleshoot basic equipment issues.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures and maintain laboratory notebooks in compliance with quality system requirements.
• Participate in method validation, laboratory audits, and regulatory inspections; assist in verification activities as needed.
• Adhere to safety protocols, maintain SDS and chemical inventory records, and ensure proper disposal of laboratory waste per environmental regulations.
• Keep the laboratory clean and organized according to 5S principles, maintaining a safe and efficient working environment at all times.

Skills

Quality control

Manufacturing environment

Data reporting

Statistical analysis

Documentation

Physical stamina

Ethics adherence

Education

High school diploma

Tools

LIMS

Job description

As Quality Control Technician , you are working in conjunction with production and quality assurance manufacturing technicians to ensure the highest standards of quality and consistency in our preformed thermoplastic manufacturing process. You utilize a comprehensive understanding of thermoplastic materials and are committed to maintaining exceptional quality control throughout manufacturing. You will report to the Quality Manager and will work on-site at the Thomasville, North Carolina facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute routine testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products according to established procedures and specifications.
• Perform physical and chemical property evaluations on finished products to verify conformance to quality standards.
• Document and report all test results accurately within the laboratory information management system (LIMS).
• Perform preventative maintenance and routine calibrations on laboratory instruments; maintain calibration records and troubleshoot basic equipment issues.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures and maintain laboratory notebooks in compliance with quality system requirements
• Participate in method validation, laboratory audits, and regulatory inspections; assist in verification activities as needed.
• Adhere to safety protocols, maintain SDS and chemical inventory records, and ensure proper disposal of laboratory waste per environmental regulations.
• Keep the laboratory clean and organized according to 5S principles, maintaining a safe and efficient working environment at all times.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience in a quality control laboratory setting
• Proficiency with computer use and digital data reporting
• Maintain organized records
• Experience with statistical analysis, and trending, and mathematical procedures
• Accurate documentation practices
• Ability to work in a fast paced manufacturing environment requiring standing for extended periods of time and lifting up to 50 pounds
• Adherence to PPG’s code of ethics

About us:

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD ®

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways thandoes any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG onX.

The PPG Way 2030

We are customer champions

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, movefastanddon’tstop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow.

We act with purpose and speed

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.

We are excellentoperators

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, weidentifyproblems, takeownershipand always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support ourfrontline,the faces of PPG to our customers.

We compete to win

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace newtechnologiesand leverage agility and speed as strengths.

We are PPG proud

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act withintegrityand value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world.

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.

PPGprovidesequal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genderidentityor expression.

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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary bylocationwhich allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurancecoveragesand benefits will bein accordance withthe terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

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