Quality Technician I

Sonoco Products Company; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quality Technician I to ensure product quality and compliance. This role involves problem-solving to meet customer expectations, conducting tests, and analyzing feedback for continuous improvement. Join a company that values commitment to quality and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and tuition reimbursement. If you're proactive, detail-oriented, and ready to make a difference in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• At least one year of manufacturing quality experience required.
• Experience with calibration and test equipment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Measure product/process variables and report findings.
• Conduct offline testing and analyze trends in customer feedback.
• Train plant personnel on quality systems.

Skills

Manufacturing Quality Experience

Calibration and Operation with Test Equipment

Root Cause/Corrective Action Skills

Excellent Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Job description

Position: Quality Technician I

Location: Gastonia, NC

Wage: $21.58/hr

Shift: First Shift 7am-3pm

*Must be willing and flexible to work overtime when needed.*

Company Overview

Sonoco has evolved from a small family business to a multi-billion dollar global leader in packaging solutions, operating in over 34 countries. We are proud of our diverse brand portfolio, our commitment to sustainability, and the talented people driving our success.

Job Responsibilities

Reporting to the Quality Manager, you will:

1. Problem solve to meet customer quality expectations.
2. Measure critical product/process variables and report findings.
3. Stop operations and seek assistance if processes are outside established limits.

What You'll Be Doing

• Conduct offline testing on products.
• Complete customer feedback promptly, identify root causes, and implement solutions.
• Analyze trends in customer feedback for continuous improvement.
• Participate in corrective and preventive action processes.
• Assist with process capability studies.
• Train plant personnel on quality systems.
• Maintain customer property and document control processes.
• Prepare COAs and COCs as needed.
• Apply quality concepts, tools, and statistical methods.
• Perform inspections and sampling plans.
• Conduct quality audits and utilize various quality tools.

Qualifications

We'd love to hear from you if:

• You are mission-driven and have at least one year of manufacturing quality experience.
• You have calibration and operation experience with test equipment, and root cause/corrective action skills.
• You possess a proactive attitude and excellent communication skills.
• You can manage multiple tasks independently.
• You understand our products and their quality standards.
• You are reliable, committed, quality-focused, and able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• You can read and understand manufacturing instructions and perform repetitive tasks while maintaining attention to detail.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive rewards package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with FSA and HSA options.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Wellbeing resources and Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Insurance plans including life, accident, and disability.
• Tuition reimbursement.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.