Quality Control Testing

Sitka Inc.; Elkton (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential pay

Medical, Dental & Vision benefits Day

Benefits package

Job summary

Gore's Quality Testing Lab is seeking a QC Lab Associate for the 11:00 PM–7:30 AM shift at the Elkton, Maryland facility. You will perform routine QC tests using a wide range of instrumentation, collect data, and communicate results. Requires an associate degree or 2+ years of QC testing, proficient in MS Office, and ability to learn new tests.

Shift differential applies; health benefits start Day 1. We value detail-oriented, autonomous team players who can multitask, follow procedures, and

Qualifications

• Associate degree in science or engineering, or 2+ years of QC testing experience.
• Basic computer skills with MS Office applications and ability to learn more advanced systems.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures with strong attention to detail.
• Strong problem solving, analytical skills, and teamwork ability.
• Capable of autonomous work and effective written and verbal communication.
• Willingness to travel up to 5% and learn new lab tests and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Organize and perform routine QC testing on samples using diverse instrumentation.
• Collect and enter data, communicate results and trends.
• Operate and maintain QC lab equipment and support internal projects.
• Provide testing support for validation and equipment purchases.
• Adhere to safety and environmental practices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Learning new tests

Autonomous work

Education

Associate degree in science or engineering

2+ years QC testing experience

Tools

MS Office

Outlook

Teams

Job description

We are looking for a Quality Control (QC) Testing associate who is experience, energetic, flexible, organized, and high performing to join our Gore Fabrics Quality Testing Lab team on 3rd shift. This role focuses on performing routine testing for product release and process monitoring in a high-volume QC lab while also supporting our engineering teams. As a QC Lab Associate, you will play a key role in upholding high quality standards essential to our operations. This role offers excellent opportunities for professional development in a dynamic, collaborative, and supportive work environement. Standard hours are 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM, Sunday to Friday.

This position will be located at our facility in Elkton, Maryland.

Pay and Benefits:

• $25 - $33 per hour
• This role is eligible for an additional $2/hr shift differential pay for evening, night, and weekend shifts.
• Factors considered in extending an offer within this pay range include (but not limited to) education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits effective on Day 1 of employment! We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive benefits. More details are available at www.gore.com/careers/benefits

Responsibilities

• Organize and perform routine testing of QC samples and non-production (R&D support) samples using a wide variety of instrumentation such as tensile, thermal analysis, MVTR, water entry pressure, porometry, airflow, microscopy, spectroscopy, and wet chemistry.
• Perform data collection and data entry.
• Communicate results, issues, and trends.
• Operate and maintain QC Lab instrumentation.
• Provide testing support for internal customers with characterization and/or validation projects (including new test equipment purchases).
• Adhere to safety and environmental practices.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in science or engineering, OR a minimum of 2 years of experience performing quality control testing.
• Basic computer skills (MS Office, Outlook, Teams) with the ability to learn more advanced systems.
• Ability to follow detailed written procedures.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Problem solving and analytical skills.li> Ability to recommend changes to existing test methods and procedures through a standardized process.
• Success working autonomously as well as in a team environment.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to learn a variety of new tests and lab instrumentation.
• Ability to multitask and set priorities.
• Ability to travel up to 5%.

Desired Qualifications

• Associate degree in a science or engineering field.
• Hands-on experience working with instrumentation/techniques, such as: tensile, thermal analysis, MVTR, water entry pressure, porometry, airflow, microscopy, spectroscopy, and wet chemistry.
• Previous experience working within quality system, as well as a Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and/or Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).

This position requires access to export-controlled areas and information. Candidates must be "U.S. persons" as that term is defined in 8 USC §1324b(a)(3). The term "U.S. persons" includes US citizens, resident aliens ("green-card" holders) as well as certain refugees, asylum-holders and residents qualifying for temporary residence under the terms of 8 USC §1255a.

What We Offer

Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.

We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for “profit-sharing”. Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits

Gore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.

Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws.

Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the United States. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.

For over 65 years, Gore has improved lives through discovery, product innovation and rewarding careers for Associates. We push the boundaries of what's possible — not just through our products and technologies but also through individual growth and development.

We believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workplace. With diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences, we uncover new possibilities and make a greater impact in the world. Our Associates build on a rich history of innovation, upholding Gore’s values and supporting an inclusive work environment where we treat each other and our external partners with fairness, dignity and respect.

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