Quality Technician

Quality TechnicianSalary Range: $19.57 To $24.38 HourlyLocation - Wilmington, MAOnsite, Hybrid or Fully Remote - OnsiteStatus - Full-TimeReports To - Quality ManagerFLSA Status - Non-Exempt/HourlyManagement Position - NoKovalus Separation Solutions (KSS) is looking for Chemical Operators to join their team. We provide on the job training and a great team atmosphere. The right person must be open to learning, taking constructive feedback, and have the drive to be successful. In this role you will follow detailed chemical mix instructions, processes, and procedures to create membrane solution.At Kovalus Separation Solutions (KSS), we are dedicated to transforming the landscape of separations by leveraging synergistic technologies such as membrane filtration, ion exchange, evaporation, drying, and more. Our solutions help customers in the food and beverage, dairy, life science, and industrial markets produce high-quality products through concentration and purification, remove contaminants and recycle valuable process chemicals, achieve high-purity water, and treat wastewater for suitable discharge or even reuse to increase sustainability in their operations. Our success is rooted in the collaborative teamwork of our exceptional employees across the world. As KSS continues to expand, we are always seeking outstanding professionals in all aspects of our business. Come join our team today and help us deliver Separation Technologies for a Better Future™.This role is not available for Sponsorship now or in the future.ResponsibilitiesOwnership of the Customer Returns and Investigations Laboratory, RMA (Returned Material) room and Inspection room. Responsible for their safety, cleanliness, organizationSupport Customer Care Program by owning Customer Returns and Investigations work. This includes organizing Investigation meetings, managing material that has been returned from customers, conducting some simple hands-on work and writing draft reports to summarize the investigationsIn charge of the facilities calibrations in the campus. Including organizing equipment, scheduling with external vendor. Coordinating with internal Production and Maintenance and maintaining calibrations records.Conduct First Article Inspections and Receiving Inspections, and issue internal reports and identify Nonconforming Materials.Participate Internal Audits and occasional Supplier AuditsSupport External Customer audits as neededReview test data as compared to specifications to determine if product is compliant and able to ship. Sign certificate of quality.Other tasks related to the Kovalus Quality management, that may be deemed necessaryRequired Skills and ExperienceBachelors degree in Chemical Engineering or related Science disciplinesMicrosoft Office at a basic level (Word, Excel, PowerPoint);Able to lift up to 30 lbs. Job will require the person to, bend, reach, lift, kneel, and be on their feet for a couple of hours at a time.Preferred skills that will put you ahead:1 + years' experience working in a Manufacturing environment with exposure to Quality managementBasic Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 and ISO auditsBasic Knowledge of ERP systemsGood organizational skills, self-drivenAble to prioritize and organize daily tasksExcellent people skills and ability to communicate clearly verbally and through written communicationPhysical RequirementsMust be able to ascend and descend ladders, stairs, and in proximity to loud equipment.Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move up to 50 pounds occasionally.Must be able to see and respond to at-risk situations.Must be able to wear personal protective gear when in industrial locations.Must be able to sit for longer periods of time as well as move about throughout the office and production, / laboratory environment.Kovalus offers a comprehensive package that includes: Medical (3 plan options), Dental (2 plan options) and Vision plan insurances; 401K (6% company match & fixed company contribution based on seniority); health savings and flexible spending accounts; company provided basic life insurance policy with the option of selecting additional voluntary life insurance for self, spouse or dependents; disability insurances (short-term policy is company paid & long-term is split between company and employee); voluntary insurance plans for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity; business and personal travel insurance; 10 paid holidays; vacation time starting at 3 weeks; 48 hours sick time; employee assistance program; educational assistance program; referral bonus; bereavement leave.All benefits are subject to applicable plan and program terms (including eligibility terms) and may be subject to change.The Company will consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, gender or gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy (including medical needs which may arise from pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), military and veteran status, genetic information, marital or familial status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other basis prohibited by law.Compensation-$19.57-$24.38All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.Career Roadmap: The next opportunity from this position is: Quality Technician II