☐ Temporary ☒ Full-time ☐ Part-time
☒ Nonexempt ☐ Exempt
Reports to Plant Engineer
Position Summary
The Quality Technician’s primary responsibility is performing routine quality testing and making changes to the system based on test results. This will involve hands-on work including performing titrations, checking the pH of various tanks, water analysis collecting samples, and data entry into computer programs both inside and outside of a laboratory environment. In addition, the individual will be responsible for maintaining our ISO 9001:2015 certification. This position will drive continuous improvement within the ISO framework. It will also involve various housekeeping duties both inside and outside the laboratory.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
· Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
· Collect samples from various locations inside the facility for analysis inside the laboratory.
· Use laboratory equipment to perform simple titrations using chemicals.
· Use various meters to perform water quality analysis.
· Adjust chemical feed rates and manually add chemicals as needed based on test results.
· Move and replace 55-gallon drums of chemicals using a hand truck.
· Document all results and changes associated with the quality of the final product.
· Perform housekeeping tasks both inside and outside the laboratory.
· Calibrate instruments on a routine basis using prescribed methods.
· Inspect final paint finish on parts for acceptable quality before shipping to customer.
· Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and recurring needs.
· Maintain ISO 9001:2015 certification by driving Management Review Meetings, Surveillance Audits, Internal Audits, and Corrective Actions along with all record keeping.
· Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
· Provides back-up support to other departments to cover absences as needed.
Qualifications (knowledge, skills, and abilities)
The preferred skills are outlined below. The required skills and attributes are noted as such:
· A valid driver’s license is required.
· A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
· A familiarity with basic computer programs (Excel, Word, etc.) is required.
· Experience in a professional laboratory environment is preferred.
· At least 1 year in a quality related manufacturing role is preferred.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
· The production floor is not temperature controlled, although laboratory, break, and office spaces are.
· The Quality Technician must be able to lift 50 pounds.
Note
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship. PCSI is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Position title
Department
Reports to
Quality Technician
Quality
Plant Engineer
Employment status
FLSA status
Effective date
☐ Temporary ☒ Full-time ☐ Part-time
☒ Nonexempt ☐ Exempt
Position Summary
The Quality Technician’s primary responsibility is performing routine quality testing and making changes to the system based on test results. This will involve hands-on work including performing titrations, checking the pH of various tanks, water analysis collecting samples, and data entry into computer programs both inside and outside of a laboratory environment. In addition, the individual will be responsible for maintaining our ISO 9001:2015 certification. This position will drive continuous improvement within the ISO framework. It will also involve various housekeeping duties both inside and outside the laboratory.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
· Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
· Collect samples from various locations inside the facility for analysis inside the laboratory.
· Use laboratory equipment to perform simple titrations using chemicals.
· Use various meters to perform water quality analysis.
· Adjust chemical feed rates and manually add chemicals as needed based on test results.
· Move and replace 55-gallon drums of chemicals using a hand truck.
· Document all results and changes associated with the quality of the final product.
· Perform housekeeping tasks both inside and outside the laboratory.
· Calibrate instruments on a routine basis using prescribed methods.
· Inspect final paint finish on parts for acceptable quality before shipping to customer.
· Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and recurring needs.
· Maintain ISO 9001:2015 certification by driving Management Review Meetings, Surveillance Audits, Internal Audits, and Corrective Actions along with all record keeping.
· Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
· Provides back-up support to other departments to cover absences as needed.
Qualifications (knowledge, skills, and abilities)
The preferred skills are outlined below. The required skills and attributes are noted as such:
· A valid driver’s license is required.
· A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
· A familiarity with basic computer programs (Excel, Word, etc.) is required.
· Experience in a professional laboratory environment is preferred.
· At least 1 year in a quality related manufacturing role is preferred.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
· The production floor is not temperature controlled, although laboratory, break, and office spaces are.
· The Quality Technician must be able to lift 50 pounds.
Note
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship. PCSI is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
