Quality Technician

Georgia Pacific Corp.; Jonestown (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific is seeking a Safety-oriented Quality Technician to join the Jonestown, PA facility. Expect $25.00 per hour with a $1.00 night shift differential and potential performance-based bonuses.

The role involves material inspections, data communication with Operations, R&D, and leadership to ensure high-quality output and rapid defect correction. This developmental position offers growth within the plant and Georgia-Pacific’s Mailers division, focusing on packaging product lines and

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing, agricultural, warehouse OR military environment or post high school education in manufacturing/industrial.
• Proficient with computers, tablets, and smart devices.
• Ability to effectively communicate both in writing and verbally with team members, management, and other departments.
• This role works rotating 12-hour shifts, with a 7-day break in every 28-day period.

Responsibilities

• Verify materials against specifications for each job run and as instructed by quality supervisor.
• Maintain quality data per SOPs and communicate findings to the team.
• Monitor packaging for defects and report non-conformances to lead operator.
• Assist with routine quality checks and audits to support continuous improvement.
• Operate in accordance with safety rules and maintain a clean work area.
• Use Teams and other computer-based programs to communicate with the quality group.

Skills

Manufacturing/industrial environment

Computers/tablets/smart devices

Communication skills

12-hour rotating shifts

Education

Post high school education in manufacturing/industrial

Job description

Georgia-Pacific is looking for safety-oriented individuals to join our team asa Quality Technician in Jonestown, PA!

• $25.00 per hour
• Shift differential is $1.00 per hour between the hours of 7pm and 7am
• You will have the ability to increase your compensation based on skills and contribution to the overall performance of the plant.
• This role is eligible for our Performance Pay program that could offer up to a 6% quarterly bonus.

Shift

• This facility works a Dupont schedule (rotating 12-hour shifts).You will work both shifts on a rotating basis, which are 645am-7pm and 645pm-7am. There are days off between your night and day rotations.
• What is a Dupont Schedule? Click here to find out.
• Only candidates who are able to work this schedule will be considered.
• Jonestown operates on a point-based attendance program.

Our Team

Quality Technicians help maintain constant quality during production by inspecting and measuring product samples and communicating the data to the broader team. The Quality Technicians enable quick responses to correct defects and/or process issues by effective communication and working alongside the Operations team, the R&D team, and GP Leaders.They will also be an integral part in verifying processes to aid in continuous improvement. The objective is that the Customer receives only high-quality product. These are developmental positions with growth potential in the facility as well as across Georgia-Pacific.

Georgia-Pacific’s Mailers is a part of the Packaging and Cellulose business, the Mailers business is expanding its product lines, working with key customers to create and launch one or more new products to complement our already thriving recyclable padded mailer business.

• Verifying that all materials are in SPEC for on all jobs based on the envelope format being produced and as instructed by the quality supervisor
• Performing and maintaining department quality as required by standard operating procedures
• Stay up to date on procedures related to quality inspections, specification limits and sampling frequency
• Monitor packaging for defects outside of established specification limits, correct and report any non-conformance issues to the lead operator
• Printing labels when needed when placing materials on hold
• Checking incoming raw materials prior to being ran in production as well as when concerns about run ability are raised
• Assist with hand packing when Automation is down
• Maintaining an open dialogue with supervision and other employees to minimize delays
• Updating upcoming shift so information is passed on accurately
• Maintaining a clean working environment
• Monitor all jobs for manufacturing defects and report any non-conformance issues
• Comply and see that facility employees comply with ALL standard operational procedures relating to quality
• Verify processes by performing internal audits
• Perform other duties and / or projects as assigned
• Act as the on shift go to person for quality related items
• Participate in continuous improvement activities
• Complete all required training within specified time frame
• Use Teams and other computer based programs to communicate with other members of the quality group
• Work overtime as necessary to cover absences or PTO

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Experience in a manufacturing, agricultural, warehouse OR military environment OR completion of post high school education in manufacturing/industrial
• Proficient in using computers, tablets, and smart devices.
• Ability to effectively communicate both in writing and verbally with team members, management, and other departments
• This role works rotating 12 hour shifts, with a 7-day break in every 28-day period

What Will Put You Ahead

• Acting in your current role for the last 3-6 months
• 1+ years experience operating production machinery
• Experience performing quality checks according to standard operating procedures
• Experience working with Microsoft Office
• Experience working in a converting operation
• Understanding of statistical process control (SPC) and data analysis techniques
• Experience with quality management systems (QMS) and standards like ISO 9001

Other Considerations/Physical Requirements

• Maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, to include wearing safety equipment
• Perform tasks such as lifting up to 45lbs, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to/more than twelve (12) hours a day, in a loud/noisy, and industrial, high-volume environment

For this role, we anticipate paying $25.00 per hour.

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Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day -to make everyday products even better.

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Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

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