Quality Tech- 3rd shift

TekniPlex; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 28,929 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

TekniPlex in Madison, WI is seeking a Quality Tech on the 3rd shift to inspect, test, and document quality across raw materials and in-process goods used to manufacture our products.

The role emphasizes instrument calibration, data recording, and adherence to OHSE and quality systems. Candidates should have a high school diploma, basic testing skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; chemistry background preferred
• 1-3 years quality control experience preferred
• Sample testing experience is a plus
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to use gauges, calipers, rulers and tape measures
• Blueprint skills are a plus
• Able to stand 8+ hours and lift up to 50 pounds
• Able to multi-task

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and qualify control tests to ensure quality and specifications
• Follow OHSE and quality systems to maintain a safe workplace
• Inspect and test incoming raw materials
• Inspect finished products for customer specifications
• Maintain records of tests, results and observations
• Notify production staff of deviations and mark deviants
• Assist with set-up and clean-up of presses when machines are down
• Help site meet quality objectives
• Use Quality Data Results, Inventory, Documentation, Audits, Training systems
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Quality control experience

Written communication

Gauge usage

Caliper usage

Ruler usage

Tape measure usage

Blueprint skills

Multi-tasking

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

WHAT IS TEKNIPLEX?
TekniPlex Healthcare leverages its world‑class materials science knowledge to deliver better patient outcomes by designing and manufacturing products that allow for less invasive procedures, reduce pain, enable faster healing and safer drug delivery. We harness the power of world‑class materials scientists, a global network of application‑specific engineers, and healthcare technical teams to provide today’s finest materials solutions. We work in a collaborative and consultative way with our customers to develop the ideal material solution to optimize mechanical properties and chemical composition to achieve the desired product performance. We are a Quality Tech 3rd Shift located in Madison, WI. The pay range is between $21 - $24 per hour.

Job Summary

The Quality Tech 3rd Shift is responsible for the inspection, assessment, verification, testing, and documentation of process and product quality on all goods, incoming goods, and in‑process used in the manufacture of our product and finished goods to the customer and acceptability thereof. Included in these duties are instrument calibration and documentation.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Preform inspections and qualify control tests to ensure quality standards and adherence to specifications
• Appropriately understand and follow the plant’s OHSE and quality systems to maintain a safe workplace and ensure quality product
• Inspect and test incoming raw materials
• Inspect finished products to ensure compliance with customer’s specifications
• Maintain appropriate records of tests, inspection results, and observations
• Notify production personnel of deviations in product quality. Mark deviant products appropriately
• Assist with set‑up and clean‑up of all presses when machine is down
• Help site meet quality objectives
• Frequently use and navigate several software systems (Quality Data Results, Inventory, Documentation, Audits, Training, etc.)
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent. Some continued education preferred (i.e. Chemistry background)
• 1-3 years quality control experience preferred
• Sample testing experience a plus
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Ability to use gauges, calipers, rulers and tape measure
• Blueprint skills are a plus
• Ability to stand for 8+ hours and lift at least 50 pounds
• Ability to multi‑task

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and legibly complete time cards and work orders. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and read blueprints and technical drawings, such as machine, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical. Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small groups situations to other employees of the organization. Ability to effective present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, geometry, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variable in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic, flammable or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Company

Tekniplex is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.