3rd Shift, Quality Assurance Technician

Position Summary

Ensures the quality of all processes, procedures, materials, processes rework and finished products. Also performs scheduled tasks as support for environmental and safety functions with additional responsibilities as assigned.

Position Responsibilities

• Conduct daily quality inspections in all departments to audit procedure compliance/documentation with ISO9001 quality systems
• Perform in-process quality inspections using established procedures
• Conduct incoming inspection, including first piece inspection and verification of Supplier's Certificates of Analysis
• Validate product quality conformance to specifications
• Complete ongoing Reliability Testing to ensure current products continue to meet product performance and/or formulation specs
• Provide disposition and segregation of rejected materials and/or products
• Summarize data and provide appropriate reports
• Maintain rework inventory
• Provide samples and sample data
• Maintain calibration/verification records for all lab testing instrumentation and hand-held devices
• Prepare test pipes (go-no go Gauges) for fit testing
• Supply manufacturing with calibrated measuring and test equipment
• Provide organizational quality support by assisting with problem resolution on the shop floor which includes gathering information on any quality-related issues, conducting root cause analysis and providing resolution for non-conformities
• Participate in manufacturing CIP meetings as the QA representative and in ongoing quality training of manufacturing and QA staff
• Maintain good housekeeping in lab, office and storage areas
• Maintain and keep organized all QA files and documentation for easy reference and ISO9001 documentation compliance
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge and Experience

• Good communication and organizational skills
• Computer literacy with Microsoft Office software applications
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Basic understanding of quality concepts including variation, process control and root cause analysis
• Cooperative attitude toward co-workers and supervisors
• Knowledge of various equipment used in a laboratory (Fill machines, pallet jack, box knife, batch gun, mix tanks, drum mover, microscope, viscometer, Gas Chromatograph, and computer)

Education and Certification

• High School Diploma required
• Associate's Degree in a business, engineering or scientific course of study or equivalent experience in a manufacturing or laboratory environment preferred

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation range: $18.64 - $24.24 - $29.83 USD. Offer amount determined by experience and review of internal talent.

Benefits include:

• Generous paid time off programs and paid company holidays to support flexibility and work-life balance
• Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing
• Immediate eligibility and vesting in 401(k), including 100% company match, up to 5% of eligible compensation
• Market leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependents
• Significant company contribution to Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates
• Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• A strong set of complementary resources to support associate well-being, including resource groups, EAP, and dedicated mental health support

Schedule

Location: 2300 Vierling Drive West, Shakopee, Minnesota 55379 United States of America