Quality Control Technician

Quality Control TechnicianLocation: Blythewood, SCFunction: ManufacturingAudience: HourlyWork Arrangement: On SiteSummary: The Quality Control Technician is responsible for ensuring quality control of the finished product and the production process. Additionally, maintaining and inspecting raw material specifications. The Quality Control Technician must be able to work closely with our Production, Research & Development, Claims and Sales Team to assist them in product review and claim defect review. The Quality Control Tech is fundamental in quality and product training for production employees.Working for Owens Corning, a Fortune 500 company that has received numerous distinctions for leadership, offers opportunities and benefits including: Competitive wage Paid vacation Robust benefits starting immediately Strong focus on safety Organized work environment Opportunities for advancement Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) 401K matching program Personal health support, including fitness challenges and rewardsJob Responsibilities:Inspect incoming raw materials, in-process materials and finished goods and checking for quality and that they meet necessary specificationsEnsure equipment is calibrated, validated and maintained properly and ensure safety during operation of equipmentTake personal ownership to work safely each day and hold other team members to the same high standards of safetyReport unsafe conditions immediately to supervisor /managerExhibit leadership in safety by taking ownership for your own safety and by exhibiting influence on the people you work with; actively participate in the plant's safety processDemonstrate leadership skills in dealing with process and quality troubleshooting and improvement effortsContinually look for opportunities to improve performance by better managing information, knowledge and communicationBe an integral part of a strong corrective action system to reduce and eliminate defects and customer complaintsPerform product testing and tests on raw materials and finished product; enter data into AWAQSInform Lead Operators on Quality test resultsLead plant efforts to achieve zero defects in QualityPerform product testing and tests on raw materials; enter data into quality data baseAnalyze quality data, identify trends, communicate problems, find and implement solutionsPerform test equipment calibrationsAssist in Claim InvestigationsAssist with the Nonconformance Product on Hold Process to help facilitate a timely disposition of product on holdTake care of requests for product and raw material samplingParticipate in and lead quality improvement effortsTrain Operations Technicians on Quality Test Methods in their areas to identify defectsAssist in maintaining our Quality Manual to ensure its up to date up to dateAssist with keeping our Manufacturing Specifications and Raw Material Specifications up to dateDemonstrate high standards in workplace organizationComply with all plant rulesComply with safety regulations and maintain a clean and orderly work areaRegular Attendance on site and the ability to rotate varying shiftsBe a team player work with production and help out as neededSkills and Abilities:This is a Skilled position, which requires training to reach desired performance levels; this position must act in a leadership role for ensure zero Quality DefectsAble to think under pressure, make quick decisions, and act as a decision maker in the absence of the Quality LeaderAbility to work well in a team or aloneAttention to detailPositive attitudeSolid math skills, basic statistics knowledgeLeadership skills and interpersonal skillsAbility to train and work with peopleAbility to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks and projectsInitiative, self-starterComputer advance skills in E-mail, PowerPoint, and ExcelLogic, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis skillsComputer and Software Competencies:Proficiently operate a computerPivot table, formula writing experience in ExcelEducation and/or Experience:Quality experience (Minimum 1 year)Manufacturing experience (Minimum of 3 years)Must be a US CitizenMust be 18 years or olderMust be able to pass a hair drug screen and background checkExperience: Although not always required, it is preferred that this person has a minimum of 1 year of experience in a manufacturing settingA demonstrated ability to lead and influence people in a positive manner is requiredRoot cause analysis investigationWrite and maintain standard working proceduresExperience with quality and monitoring equipmentEssential Physical Requirements/Work Environment:Ability to stand for 12 hours straightAble to identify finished goods and raw materials non-conformities through visual inspectionAbout Owens Corning:Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) develops, manufactures and markets insulation, roofing, and fiberglass composites. Global in scope and human in scale, the company's market-leading businesses use their deep expertise in materials, manufacturing and building science to develop products and systems that save energy and improve comfort in commercial and residential buildings. Through its glass reinforcements business, the company makes thousands of products lighter, stronger and more durable. A career at Owens Corning offers the ability to enhance your expertise and achieve your personal and professional aspirations. Through it all, we'll empower you with an environment that encourages open communication and big ideas, competitive pay for your performance, comprehensive benefits, and more opportunities to make your impact. Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.