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We are actively searching for new associates to join our team in Ravenna, Ohio to play an active and important role in the ABS Compounding Facility! The QA Technician is Responsible for all quality assurance testing in the ABS Plant. The QA technician will run analysis to ensure raw materials, process samples and finished goods meet all specified requirements in the Process Units and for the Customers. Completion of all Safety and Quality requirements an essential part of the role.
QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN
1st SHIFT MONDAY TO FRIDAY
6:45 AM to 3:15 PM work schedule
Essential Function Include (but are not limited to):
• Perform sampling and physical and chemical testing of finished products and raw materials.
• Communicate effectively and thoroughly to management and peers any test results or inspection findings outside of specifications.
• Manage product hold and release system.(SAP, LIMS)
• Identify non-conformances in quality or practices and take or recommend appropriate corrective action within scope of knowledge.
• Conduct all laboratory testing with accuracy and integrity and ensures that it is accomplished in compliance with all federal, state, and company policies and procedures.
• Collection, documentation, and destruction of retention samples.
• Keep accurate, complete, and legible records. Properly amend, identify, and file records.
• Conduct clerical duties including copying, filing, faxing, data entry, and document reproduction.
• Transfer product testing results from paper records to system database. (SAP)
• Perform routine maintenance tasks on in lab equipment.
• Safely handle/use chemicals and waste. Potentially including hazardous materials. Read, understand, and maintain material safety data sheets.
• Conduct housekeeping and general labor duties as assigned.
• Implementing methods to inspect, test and evaluate products and production equipment.
• Ensuring that products adhere to quality standards.
• Accurately tests, analyzes, and report sample results.
• Review and maintain ISO documentation in team setting.
• Assist in maintaining cost levels of purchased lab chemicals&materials.
• Run Calibrations and standardization of equipment used in the laboratory.
• Maintain a cleean work space, General cleaning of work areas.
• Observe all OSHA and company safety plicies.
• Must uphold the Jeong-Do Management(Code of ethics).
• All other duties as assigned.
Skills / Competencies:
• Familiarity with quality standards and processes to follow federal, state and local regulations.
• Knowledge of gauging methodology and metrology.
• Knowledge of the product to perform accurate quality control.
• Ability to operate under deadlines while still meeting standards.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment.
• Ability to work closely with all business processes and functions.
• Ability to read and follow instruction sets and drawings as needed.
• Ability to learn the use of all lab equipment and system needed to perform daily tasks.
• Ability to support a flexible schedule(overtime) as needed and required.
• Positive attitude, reliability and good communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, and Power point).
• Knowledge of gauging methodology and metrology preferred
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 requirements preferred
• Experience in production and/or manufacturing, especially working with polymer compounding processes; familiarity with LIMS, SAP systems is a plus.
• Experience in laboratory equipment; familiarity with Injection machine, UTM, Melt indexer, Color meter, Impact Tester, Thermogravimetric Analyzer, Density meter, Hardness Tester, Gloss Meter, HDT tester.
Education:
High School Diploma or Equivalent Preferred
Experience / Qualifications:
• At least two years experience in quality assurance or quality control, compounding process experience, or equivalent work experience.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
LGCOP offers a very competitive compensation package, including:
Medical, dental, vision - Benefit eligibility begins on your first day of employment!
Company provided Life Insurance and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
401k Retirement plans with generous employer match
Vacation, Holidays, and Paid Time Off
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.