QA Inspector 2-2-3 Day Shift 6:45 AM - 7:00 PM

Sign-on bonus of $1,500 payable after 3 months, 6 months, and one year in $500 increments.

About the role

Responsible for the startup inspection, in-process inspection, and end-of-run testing of bottles. Must audit and assist Inspector Packers with the visual inspection of bottles, report any quality problems and non-conformances to the Production and/or Quality Supervisor immediately. Must follow Pretium standards for Safety, Housekeeping, Quality, and Production in an efficient and safe manner. The incumbent is expected to be a self-starter, a good manager of time, and able to work independently. Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy production environment by adhering to organization standards and policies, and legal regulations. Must be able to work 8- or 12-hour shifts, including overtime and after-hour meetings as needed; may be asked to fill in for Supervisors if required.

Responsibilities

• Performs first-article inspection after changeovers and line start-ups as stated in SOP/Work Procedure Manual; approves finished products by confirming specifications, conducting visual and measurement tests.
• Approves in-process production by confirming specifications; conducting visual and measurement tests; communicating required adjustments/actions to operator and supervisor.
• Collects representative samples from each production line and performs required tests and/or evaluations to ensure product meets specifications.
• Contains nonconformance raw and finished product as stated in SOP/Work Procedure Manual.
• Documents all tests and/or quality evaluations and abides by operational procedures as spelled out in the SOP/Work Procedure Manual.
• Ensures all testing equipment (Magna Mike, scales, etc.) are calibrated daily; calibration to be completed via use of a calibration gauge, weight, or other equipment as needed and recorded on the required check sheet.
• Creates labels as needed for each shift, line, and machine in production for that day.
• Trains on the responsibilities of the Inspector Packer role and provides backup/break coverage as needed.
• Monitors and verifies activities to ensure line products meet food safety standards in addition to quality standards.
• Complies with all company food safety and quality assurance procedures to ensure they are always followed and documented correctly.
• Reports any product or process failures that could impact food safety of manufactured product to Quality.
• May be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 1-2 years of related experience and/or training preferred.
• Experience in plastics or packaging industry a plus.
• Working knowledge of computer operating systems.
• Must wear all required PPE properly and conduct self in a safe manner.
• Must keep workstation clean and free from dirt and debris; clean assigned areas of the building or equipment as instructed.

Skills

• Ability to learn quickly and work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment; excellent time management and ability to work independently.
• Flexible and able to adapt to changes in the work environment and manage competing demands.
• Inspires and motivates others to perform well and accepts feedback from others.
• Well-organized, dependable, punctual, with a strong work ethic and exceptional integrity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work flexible hours and available for overtime as needed.
• Must be comfortable working with letters and numbers in a manufacturing setting.

Pay

Full-time day shift with 12-hour shifts on a rotating schedule: 3 days one week, 4 days the next.

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands

• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include identifying color and viewing objects up close.
• Regularly required to stand, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and talk or hear.
• Frequently required to stand and walk.
• Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.