Quality Control Technician – Mayfield, PA

Westlake Plastics; Jermyn (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Westlake Plastics in Lackawanna County, PA is seeking a Quality Control Technician to perform routine inspections of incoming materials, in-process samples, and finished products, and to document results. You will operate equipment, read SOPs, maintain data records, and contribute to continuous improvement and quality system standards.

A high school diploma is required, and familiarity with ERP, Word and Excel is preferred.

Qualifications

• Good eyesight and eye/hand coordination.
• Able to read, interpret, and follow SOPs, labels, instructions, specifications, and reference materials.
• Ability to use caliper, micrometer, tape rule and other measuring instruments.
• Able to operate department equipment and work independently or as part of a team.
• Background in an industrial environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate in compliance with all safety requirements of the facility.
• Perform routine inspection and analysis on incoming raw materials, in process samples and finished products according to approved procedures.
• Record QC inspection results and write QC reports.
• Maintain data integrity and quality records for inspected parts.
• Prepare and submit test samples and retain results as required.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and specifications.
• Assist in equipment qualification, maintenance, and calibration.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Support quality functions including corrective actions and non-conforming materials reports.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Help prepare Quality SOPs.
• Participate in training activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

SOP interpretation

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP system

Microsoft Excel

Word

Caliper

Micrometer

Tape measure

Job description

Westlake Plastics is a world-leading manufacturer in extrusion and compression molding technologies of high-performance thermoplastics. Close collaboration with our customers and new product development have been the hallmarks as we celebrate 75 years of success.

Westlake Plastics offer a competitive hourly pay rate. Our employees receive benefits (medical, dental, vision), PTO, paid vacation, as well as your birthday and employer matched 401K.

Quality Control Technician duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Operate in compliance with all safety requirements of the facility.
• Perform routine inspection and analysis on incoming raw materials, in process samples and finished products according to approved procedures.
• Record QC inspection results and write QC reports.
• Maintain data integrity and quality records as to the status of inspected parts.
• Prepare and submit test samples as needed. Document and retain test results as required.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and specifications.
• Assist in qualification, maintenance, and calibration of inspection equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Support Quality functions dealing with system performance such as:
• Preventive and Corrective Actions, Non-Conforming Materials, and Discrepant Materials Reports.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Help prepare Quality Standard Operating Procedures.
• Participate in training activities.

Requirements

• Good eyesight and good eye/hand coordination.
• Ability to respect all safety requirements to ensure yours and your colleagues’ safety.
• Able to operate department specific equipment necessary to fulfill job responsibilities.
• Able to read, interpret, and follow SOPs, labels, instructions, specifications, and reference materials.
• Ability to skillfully use a caliper, micrometer, tape rule and other instruments.
• Ability to use hand and power tools.
• Ability to problem solve by looking beyond obvious solution to a problem and endeavor to find the best solution.
• Able to work independently or as part of a team.

Basic Computer Skills

• With ERP system and other internally developed software.
• With Microsoft pack: Word, Excel (spreadsheet).
• Effective communication skills – written and oral.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Background in an industrial environment.
• Experience in Chemical or Plastics Quality Assurance Laboratory Inspection or Testing PREFERRED.