Job Title: Quality Assurance Lab Technologist Department: Quality Assurance
Supervisor: Quality Assurance Manager Location: Thomasville, NC
Date: 8/8/2025 Approval:
Production Manager
I. SCOPE OF POSITION
The Quality Assurance Lab Technologist is responsible for lab testing of blown/cast films, use of computer programs for data entry/data analysis, general quality assurance issues, assisting operators to reduce errors/scrap, increase uptime, assist with on time delivery, and exceed customer expectations through the process of continuous improvement.
II. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBLITIES
Within the limits of applicable policies, procedures and established plans, he/she has authority to take action and make decisions. The assignment of work or delegation or responsibility does not relinquish responsibility for results. Performance will be measured by the extent to which the responsibilities have been fulfilled.
Functional Responsibilities
100%
· Creates and maintains a new work order folder and edits the excel smart sheet containing: test data, start ups, notes, etc.
· Performs tests on startups on in-process film, and final products for Converting, Slitting, Roll Stock, and ADSL machines. Checking properties such as: bag material size, perforations, seal strength, glue strength, print quality, elongation, etc., by standard practice and strict test criteria per (customer and internal specifications).
· Collects, tests, and records all the required testing data needed to report quality information, Including CoA forms and hold tickets.
· Performs inspections per the Work Order Specifications of finished product.
· Creates Quality Holds as non-conforming products arise and reports and communicates any failed test results or quality deficiencies to the operator, tech, and or and Shift Supervisor immediately.
· Performs testing and reports results of different materials and assists in Quality Complaints given by supervisor and/or Quality team (sample bags, competitors material, etc.) as needed.
· Communicates and works well with inspectors, operators, leads, supervisors, and management.
· May fill in or assist for the Extrusion Lab as needed.
· Abide by all rules and procedures.
· Responsible for following the procedures which make up the Quality System.
· Ensures work area is kept clean according to facility/corporate standards
· Ensures all environmental standards and requirements are met.
· Sets the example of safe operation by following established safety guidelines; Follows the established guidelines; holds self and others accountable.
Managerial Responsibilities
0%
· N/A
III. KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
· Frequent contact with line operators
· Frequent contact with Q. A. Supervisor
· Occasional contact with Q. A. Manager and Department Managers
IV. FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS
· Accuracy
· Provide coaching
· Shift work required
· Adaptability
· Making errors could result in company economic loss
· Good communication skills both verbal and written
· Good interpersonal skills
· Initiative
V. PHYSICAL DEMANDS
· Frequent Reading
· Frequent Writing and/or data entry
· Frequent Walking including stairs
· Occasional Lifting and Carrying
VI. WORK ENVIRONMENT
· Lab
· Plant
VII. QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience
· Bachelor of Science Degree preferred
· Experience in a QA Lab environment, preferably in blow film plastic environment
Skills
· Proficient computer skills including MS Word, Excel and Access
· Good organizational skills
· Good mathematical skills – conversion tables, metric system etc.
· Able to work independently with minimum supervision
Job Posting Instructions:
Interested candidates must complete a job interest form available from Human Resources or Supervisor:
Step 1: Ensure that you meet the following eligibility requirements.
- You are a current, regular full- or part-time Hood Packaging employee.
- You have been in your current position for at least six months. (Exceptions to this six-month requirement can be made by your current supervisor and should be consistent with company business needs.)
- Your performance meets established work standards in your current position.
- You have not had a written employee counseling or corrective action within the last three months.
- You meet the qualifications listed for the position on the job posting.
- You currently have 4 points or less attendance points on record.
Step 2: Complete an Internal Job Application form.
Applications are available from Human Resources or Supervisor.
Step 3: Submit the Internal Job Application to your supervisor for approval.
Step 4: Submit your completed and approved Internal Job Application to HR.
Step 5: Candidates who are qualified will participate in an initial interview with the supervisor of the position. Finalists will participate in additional interviews, with an HR representative and with an internal customer of the position or a manager. The selected person will be notified by the supervisor of the position
Job Types: Full-time, Temp-to-hire
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
