Description:
General Purpose of the Position:
The primary duties of the Quality Technician B position are to verify product compliance with quality standard by monitoring production and maintaining test equipment under the general direction of the Quality Supervisor.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
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Follow proper OSHA standards and is trained in lock out/tag out, confined spaces, hazard communications, hazardous waste, and fire training.
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Follow all plant safety rules.
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Understands and follows ISO procedures and GMP personnel practices and guidelines.
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Obtain and test samples of materials according to standard procedures to ensure compliance with established internal and external specifications.
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Report any quality, processing problems, and out-of-spec conditions to the Quality Supervisor and/or appropriate manufacturing department personnel.
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Approve and release products or issue hold tags for any material that does not meet product specifications.
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Maintain a hold log of any material that does not meet product specification.
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Review and recommend changes to work instructions and forms.
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Train new technicians in lab techniques/procedures as needed.
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Maintain the lab supplies inventory and order lab supplies when necessary.
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Maintain accurate operation of equipment, including calibrating lab equipment by procedures.
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Generate required reports and records from product testing.
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Perform ISO audits to obtain objective evidence that the elements and requirements of the quality management system are effectively implemented.
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Use Ink Rub Tester to test ink resistance on surface-to-surface rubbing.
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Use Gloss Meters to measure the reflective surface of products.
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Use COF (Coefficient of Friction) testers to determine the static coefficients of friction of paper, film, and other materials.
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Use Color Standards and a Light Booth to verify color.
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Use Color Key Layovers (3M) to match individual color key layovers to the cylinders to verify type and graphics.
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Review the daily press schedule and assemble the job jacket (Product Development Form, Ink Sheet, 3M, Color Standard, etc.) for each job.
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Create and maintain Color Standard Books per product/job.
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Maintain all product samples by the required retention time specified by the customer.
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Collect samples for the Customer, Customer Service Reps, and Shipping Samples.
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Perform periodic checks to verify the Vigitek is functioning on each Press.
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Analyze, compile data, and develop Certificates of Analysis for required shipments.
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Perform all essential duties and responsibilities instructed by management.
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All other tasks and duties assigned by management.
Requirements:
Experience and Skill Requirements:
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Excellent communication skills.
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Ability to read, comprehend and follow work instructions.
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Ability to interface with customers.
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Thorough understanding of general safety requirements.
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Visual acuity is required to distinguish color shades, verify color, verify registration.
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Attention to details and ability to work under the pressure of deadlines.
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Effective oral communication skills needed to work with others.
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Reading and writing comprehension as well as basic mathematics.
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Ability to spot minor product flaws.
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Color perception, thoroughness, and attention to detail are essential.
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It is necessary to follow established documentation procedures.
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Problem solving skills, decision making, and organizational skills.
Computer Equipment and Software Requirements:
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Basic computer skills to operate a computer to obtain customer job specifications/ISO procedures for processing and converting of material labels.
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Demonstrate Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel software.
Physical Requirements:
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Work requires exerting up to 10 lbs. of force frequently.
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Apply up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally.
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Move and lift objects up to 75 lbs. with constant force vertically and/or horizontally.
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Ability to stand with often movement to reach, stoop, bend, crouch, kneel, and twist.
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Prolonged periods of standing and walking through the factory.
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Visual acuity to inspect products.
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Mandatory use of PPE.
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Work is performed in a manufacturing facility and office environment. These include areas near operating equipment and chemical usage; in accordance with our safety program, all employees receive informative training on chemicals and equipment used within the plant.
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Work performed primarily in a lab environment. Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about facilities near operating equipment and chemical usage.
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The atmosphere may contain fumes, odors, dust, etc. Noise levels fluctuate according to proximity of operating equipment.
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Medium work requires exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or 10 lbs. of force constantly to move/lift objects vertically and/or horizontally.
Education and Experience Requirements:
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High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
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Two years of demonstrated work experience required.
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Associate’s degree in a Quality, Engineering, or other related field is preferred.
