Quality Specialist

Saint-Gobain Group; Portage (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Saint-Gobain Group is seeking a Quality Specialist to ensure conformance with quality standards, specifications and procedures in line with vendor/customer certifications and international standards. You will inspect, test, audit, and help drive quality improvements in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

We value a detail-oriented professional with 3+ years in quality roles, hands-on ISO/cGMP exposure, and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Associate Degree preferred.
• 3+ years experience in Quality as an inspector/technician.
• 1+ years experience in a manufacturing environment with ISO and/or cGMP requirements and quality systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word).
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate across teams.

Responsibilities

• Conducting product inspection, testing and audit functions, interpreting results of in-process and post inspection.
• Decision making (e.g. MRB dispositions).
• Examining production processes and controls, recording existing methods and updating work instructions/procedures as warranted.
• Initiating events (complaints, trending) and assisting in Root Cause analysis as needed.
• Assisting in measurement of qualification data and reporting of results.
• Assisting in the development of product specifications.
• Assisting with customer and supplier audits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

MS Excel

MS Word

Cross-team communication

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Job description

The Quality Specialist, consistent with Life Sciences Vision, Mission, Values and Objectives, assures conformance with established quality standards, specifications and procedures in accordance with vendor certifications, customer certifications, and recognized international standards. The position is responsible for:

• Conducting product inspection, testing and audit functions, interpreting results of in-process and post inspection.
• Decision making (ex. MRB dispositions)
• Examining production processes and controls, recording existing methods or procedures and initiating updates to work instructions/procedures/photos as warranted
• Initiating events (complaints, trending, etc) and assisting in Root Cause analysis as needed
• Assisting in measurement of qualification data and reporting of results, as needed.
• Assisting in the development of product specifications.
• Assisting with customer and supplier audits.

Is this job for you ?

We are seeking a detail-oriented professional who is comfortable working both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• High school diploma required; Associate Degree preferred
• 3+ years experience in Quality as an inspector, technican, etc. is require.d
• 1+ years experience working in a manufacturing enviroment where there was use of ISO and/or cGMP requirements and quality systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word)
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate across teams while adapting to changing priorities

A little more about us

Saint-Gobain's innovations touch almost every major industry around the world. Within its Life Sciences division, teams are solving critical problems for customers who are getting life-saving medical devices to the frontlines of healthcare, discovering essential medications, and nourishing and connecting the world through consumer, industrial and electronics applications.

As one of the world's leading producers of high-performance polymer products, we improve lives by making simple experiences better and being there in life's critical moments. Our team members recognize that we all create the environment for people to succeed, with a culture built on respect, open and honest communication, and honoring our commitments to our customers and each other. And at the heart of our culture, we've learned working together makes good ideas, great ones. With a legacy dating back more than 350 years, Saint-Gobain offers employees the stability and security of a leading Global 500 corporation while operating like multiple small and agile start-ups, where entrepreneurial spirit, pioneering teamwork, and bold, forward-thinking ideas pave new paths.

Every team member is encouraged to develop and leverage their unique expertise and strengths to make the greatest impact on the company and our end users. At Saint-Gobain, you're empowered and equipped with countless opportunities and resources for professional development. You will find the support you need to create a vision and roadmap for your career, and make that vision a reality.
Invent yourself at Saint-Gobain Life Sciences; and together, we'll create a better life.

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [emailprotected] .

Benefits in joining us

Certain locations require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the local pay range for this position, which is $24.80 per hour. This hourly pay rate offered can vary depending on location, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

In addition to the hourly base pay rate, this position is eligible for periodic bonus payments/an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount can be up to 10% of hourly rate based on company and individual performance measures. The total annual target cash range (Hourly Pay Rate plus Bonus, annualized (40 hrs/week * 52wks)) for this position, is $56,724. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.

Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:

Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work

• Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Healthcare Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• LiveWell Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

Retirement and Protection – Helping to make the future life you want a reality

• 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
• Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want