QA Technician Lead - 1st Shift

Job Summary

To perform routine checks, tests, gauging and instrument inspections of materials, goods in process and finished goods. Separation of acceptable and unacceptable product.

About the role

Mauser Packaging Solutions is dedicated to innovation and making the world a better place. We provide opportunities for growth and development, and strive to serve customers better while being stewards of the environment.

Essential Functions

• Collect IBC’s from the production lines in accordance with test schedules, and compares results with company standards
• Makes recommendations to Quality Manager and Production regarding observations and findings
• Records test information accurately, on the computer and in neatly written shift reports
• Works closely with PTLs, operators and production supervisors to advise when adjustments are needed
• Does testing to verify quality. Notifies supervisor when inspection data exceeds acceptable limits or when major incidents of poor quality are noted
• Becomes familiar with operation of all test equipment used in QC tech duties
• Becomes familiar with and follows escalation rules and documentation of problems
• Executes shift handover through interface with production and next shift QC
• Completes neat complete Shift Handover report is essential
• Fulfills various external and inter plant quality and service-related issues as needed
• Aids in the investigation of customer complaints
• Performs UN performance testing, completes appropriate documentation and maintains records to satisfy contractual, statutory and regulatory requirements
• Performs incoming, in-process and final inspection to verify process and product quality
• Develops and demonstrates a knowledge and understanding of established quality policy, procedures and instructions
• Makes recommendations on disposition of questionable product to supervisor

Job Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent
• 2 years related trade school training; or equivalent of education and experience in similar environment
• Use and understanding of precision measuring instruments and gauges, specifications, charts and diagrams
• Ability to accurately read measuring devices, blueprints, product specifications and test procedures
• Ability to lift 55 lbs and occasionally up to 100 lbs
• Good hand/eye coordination and motor skills
• Must be dependable, reliable and responsible enough to handle equipment safely and sensibly
• Must be able to read, write and speak English
• Ability to operate a Forklift in a safe manner, or ability and willingness to learn
• Computer skills are required; familiarity with windows and Microsoft office suite
• Strong communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and recordkeeping

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 55 lbs overhead
• Requires good hand/eye/foot coordination and motor skills
• Must be able to stand, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel and/or crouch for extended periods of time
• While performing the duties of this job, the individual is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud
• Vision: 20/20 corrected and normal hearing range

Benefits

Mauser Packaging Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.