Quality Technician

Printpack QA Technician I A Printpack QA Technician I ensures that Printpack’s products meet specifications and customer requirements. The role is entry‑level, includes training, and will be supervised. It is a 3/2 Night shift position (7pm–7am, rotating schedule). Key Responsibilities Execute quality assurance sampling and testing in accordance with internal standards and customer specifications. Use a variety of lab and testing equipment, including: Spectrophotometers for color analysis Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS) for chemical analysis Tensile testers for material strength Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FT‑IR) for material identification Mocon instruments for measuring Moisture Vapor Transmission Rate (MVTR) and Oxygen Transmission Rate (OTR) Optical microscopes for detailed surface and cross‑section examination Coefficient of friction measurements Conduct visual inspections on representative samples from materials produced across multiple production lines/processes. Demonstrate proficiency in using measurement instruments in both US customary and metric systems. Articulate and disseminate results to various levels of personnel, including operators, team leads, supervisors, and managers. Navigate and extract job and production information, specifications, and testing frequency requirements from Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) interfaces. Ensure accurate and timely data entry into the ERP system for comprehensive record‑keeping and reporting. Create hold tags for defective material and ensure proper identification of tagged rolls. Uphold and contribute to the department's 5S standards, including housekeeping practices and efficient inventory management of supplies. Organize and archive job jackets, laboratory data sheets, and retain samples on a daily basis. Engage in and contribute to Food Safety, Continuous Improvement (CI), Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), and Behavior‑Based Safety Observation (BBSO) initiatives. Qualifications 0‑5 years of QA Technician or equivalent industry experience, with acceptable conduct/behavior (punctuality, teamwork). Experience in industrial manufacturing; laboratory experience preferred. Proficiency in computer skills, time management, and data interpretation. Skilled in using measurement tools in both US and metric systems. Ability to follow standard operating procedures and work instructions. Strong communication skills and attention to detail. High school diploma or G.E.D.; must be 18years or older. Willingness to learn, ask questions, and be taught new skills and concepts. Ability to maintain a clean and safe work environment. Physical Demands & Travel Ability to stand for significant periods of time and to move throughout the plant, including steps and ladders. Work is mostly completed in the lab, with occasional machine‑side and warehouse activities. Travel requirement: 0%. Work Conditions Candidate must be based at a Printpack production location and be willing to work overtime as needed. Additional Internal Requirements Must demonstrate Core Values, be in good standing with no disciplinary action or attendance issues, have a performer or higher rating in the last review, and display a sense of urgency in production recovery situations. EEO Statement Printpack is a proud equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Benefits Medical coverage Dental coverage Life insurance Short‑term and long‑term disability 401(k) with employer match Matching gift program Employee assistance programs Educational assistance Service awards #J-18808-Ljbffr