Quality Appraisal Specialist

About the role

Responsible during the shift for the QC laboratory. Perform physical, attribute, and raw material testing to assess the quality characteristics of products manufactured on production machines. Provide communication and instructions to Manufacturing, Converting, and support areas regarding the disposition of non-conforming product. This testing assists with manufacturing control and measures conformance to established specifications.

Responsibilities

• Participates in physical, attribute, and raw material testing required to assess product quality.
• Utilizes and calibrates lab testing equipment correctly.
• Interprets Grade specifications with little or no assistance.
• Obtains samples at production machines using a knife.
• Accepts or places product on Quality Hold based on test results and specified properties.
• Ensures accurate documentation of worksheets and reports.
• Attends training to maintain laboratory performance and compliance with requirements.
• Assures conformance to site safety and environmental procedures.
• Maintains the laboratory as outlined in standards.
• Adheres to safety procedures in all departments and areas on site.
• Performs attribute inspections as required.
• Performs various specialized testing, projects, or auditing duties as assigned.

Communication

Responsible for internal and external communications relevant to the role.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 4 years of previous quality testing and inspection experience preferred.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Understanding of AM and SOU grades.
• Familiarity using personal computers, preferably Windows products.
• Ability to use and understand Optimill systems (CarelLab, CarelMill, Ahlflow).
• Capable of utilizing safe and proper procedures when using laboratory testing instruments and equipment.
• Able to multitask and prioritize.
• Basic math skills required.