Quality Lab Technician - CAPA & Process Improvement

Rock Entertainment Group; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation time

Paid sick leave

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Pregis is seeking a Quality Lab Technician to safeguard product quality through routine inspections, testing, and real-time feedback to production teams. This role bridges production and quality assurance to reduce defects and improve processes.

You will perform inspections, document results, and conduct root-cause analyses to guide corrective actions. The position requires strong attention to detail and teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year Quality experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine quality inspections and tests on raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products.
• Use laboratory equipment (calipers, measuring tape, micrometer, etc) to ensure product specifications are met.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of quality checks and testing results.
• Perform first-article inspections and validate production samples.
• Investigate non-conforming products and identify root causes of quality issues.
• Collaborate with production teams to implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Monitor and analyze quality trends to identify recurring issues and propose process improvements.
• Participate in team discussions to resolve quality-related problems promptly.
• Ensure adherence to company and regulatory quality standards (e.g., ISO, GMP, or other applicable standards).
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment according to schedules.
• Assist in the creation and revision of quality documentation, including test protocols, work instructions, and quality control procedures.
• Work closely with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to address quality concerns.
• Provide feedback and guidance to production teams to improve product quality.
• Assist in employee training on quality standards and procedures as needed.
• Monitor KPIs related to quality issues and defect rates.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and product quality.
• Maintain a clean and organized lab environment per 5S principles.
• Report safety or quality concerns promptly.
• Assist in audits and quality-related investigations as required.

Skills

Root cause analysis

CAPA

SPC

Quality inspections

Microsoft Excel

Documentation

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Calipers

Micrometer

Measuring tape

Job description

Pregis is seeking a Quality Lab Technician to safeguard product quality through routine inspections, testing, and real-time feedback to production teams. This role bridges production and quality assurance to reduce defects and improve processes.

You will perform inspections, document results, and conduct root-cause analyses to guide corrective actions. The position requires strong attention to detail and teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.