Quality Inspector

Amcor LLC; Nicholasville (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Wellbeing program

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Amcor LLC is seeking a quality assurance inspector to perform product inspections and testing to ensure standards are met. You will collect samples, enter data into SPC software, and monitor trends to identify issues. The role requires forklift operation, strong communication, and the ability to work under production pressure.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and willingness to work 12-hour shifts, including weekends. Prior QA experience and knowledge of SAP/RealSPC are a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some post-secondary education preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to interpret reports.
• Technical math skills; ability to perform calculations such as averages, sums, and spec limits.
• Familiarity with MS Office, RealSPC, SAP, and related software.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and testing of products to ensure quality standards.
• Enter data into SPC software and analyze trends.
• Place non-conforming products on hold and escalate issues.
• Communicate findings to QA team and shift supervisor.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Data Entry

Inspection & Testing

MS Office

SAP

RealSPC

Forklift license

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

MS Office

RealSPC

SAP

Job description

Job DescriptionPosition Overview:Perform inspections and testing of products to ensure quality standards are met. Identify and report actual or potential quality issues and trends. Place suspect products on hold and communicate findings to necessary personnel.Essential Responsibilities and Duties:Safety and Quality Goals: Meet targets in safety, quality, production, performance, and cost.Safety Compliance: Follow all safety rules, use required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and identify/correct safety concerns.Training: Complete computer-based training (CBTs) and behavioral safety observations (BSOs) by deadlines.Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP): Adhere to GMP policies and understand AIB guidelines as required.Inspection and Testing: Collect product samples for evaluation, testing, and data recording.Data Entry & Analysis: Accurately enter data into SPC software, analyze trends, and identify potential quality issues.Defect Management: Place non-conforming products on hold (HFI) and escalate issues to QA Manager and Shift Supervisor.Communication: Effectively communicate findings to internal teams and stakeholders.Product Knowledge: Understand finished product specifications, packaging requirements, and quality expectations.Material Testing: Mix and test bottle lubricants to ensure proper application and results.Housekeeping: Maintain a clean and organized work area to comply with quality and safety standards.Minimum Qualifications:Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent required; some post-secondary education preferred. Prior quality assurance experience preferred.Interpersonal Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to read and interpret reports, emails, and memos.Technical Skills: Strong mathematical ability; ability to perform calculations such as averages, sums, and spec limits. Capable of learning and using MS Office, RealSPC, SAP, and other company software.Other Requirements: Ability to interpret instructions, use independent judgment, and make decisions under production pressure. Must be flexible for 12-hour shifts, weekends, and schedule adjustments.Physical Requirements: Ability to stand/walk for up to 11 hours per shift, lift/carry up to 50 lbs., and push/pull up to 900 lbs. occasionally using a hydraulic hand jack. Must frequently squat, bend, kneel, and reach.Licenses: Must possess or be willing to obtain a valid forklift license.Our ExpectationsWe expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor teamOur customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovationOur investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returnsThe environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and productsAccelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that’s transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It’s our core value and integral to how we do business.Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win – adapting quickly in an everchanging world – and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visit www.amcor.com I LinkedIn I Glassdoor I Facebook I YouTubeEqual Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender IdentityAmcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" Poster. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.E-VerifyWe verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.BenefitsWhen you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:Medical, dental and vision plansPaid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees, may vary by locationCompany-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by locationWellbeing programs & Employee Assistance ProgramHealth Savings Account/Flexible Spending AccountLife insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefitsPaid Parental LeaveRetirement Savings Plan with company matchTuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)