Quality Assurance Technician 1-Nights

A collective energy and ambition. A place where you can make a real difference. We’re a company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our consumers and the environment. Our unique, informal culture champions courage, determination and collaboration. Knowing we have an open and supportive team means each of us has the freedom to take responsibility and ownership. We have a shared passion to work hard, innovate and push boundaries. United by the belief that when we strive for growth, anything is possible. While we might not be the largest company in our industry, we believe we can have the biggest impact because: Together We Have the Power to Win. About the Opportunity Quality Assurance Technician 1 – 3rd Shift Monday‑Friday 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Hourly range $33.21 Role Summary This position has overall responsibility for all facets of quality in a lean manufacturing and distribution environment. Support the packaging lines to ensure plant quality requirements are met while achieving maximum safety and line efficiency with minimal downtime. Duties and Responsibilities Promote a safety culture and awareness within the plant and adhere to all corporate and plant quality procedures, methodology, and terminology as they apply to production. Maintain adherence to C & D Control Plan including quality checks for testing frequency, sampling plan and product compliance. Execute Quality Control Methods for line inspection & batch testing. Ensure liquid changeover compliance and line startups. Participate in quality control and quality audits for packaging lines. Handle customer complaints and control of non‑conformances (out of specification material and/or product). Use lab equipment to perform basic chemical testing such as viscosity, specific gravity, pH measurement, solids, color/odor check, etc. Learn and utilize basic statistical quality/process control application. Collect quality inspection records from packaging lines and maintain record files. Evaluate quality data and plant process capabilities. Suggest opportunities for continuous improvement and areas for specification change where applicable. Incorporate principles of lean manufacturing such as 5S, key TPS elements, etc. Input daily data in computer as department requires for both lab‑data and quality data. Work overtime and weekends as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. Support and adhere to all plant safety policies and procedures, and always wear appropriate PPE. Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Requirements High School Diploma, GED or equivalent. Preferred Education, Training, and Experience Requirements Associate’s degree preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Minimum 2 years industry experience working as a quality inspector or technician in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, preferably in consumer‑packaged goods. Strong computer skills (SAP, WMS, Agile, Minitab, and MS Office Suite). In‑depth knowledge of production operation, including equipment, materials, workflow, etc. In‑depth knowledge of laboratory operation, including sample collection, use of laboratory equipment and instruments, safe handling of chemicals, etc. Excellent interpersonal skills – ability to build positive relationships at all levels of the organization. Excellent communication skills – ability to communicate clearly and concisely in multiple media such as verbal, written, etc. Excellent organizational/time‑management skills with attention to detail. Ability to prioritize work assignments in a fast‑paced, dynamic, production‑driven work environment. Solid critical thinking skills and ability to create new, innovative ways to handle situations. Must be able to read & understand material & product specifications in English. Upon training, must be able to work with measuring equipment such as calipers, gauges etc. Ability to take and follow directions. Flexibility to work extended hours including evenings and weekends. Physical Requirements Lifting Floor to Waist to Shoulder – Cases of various product up to chest level, dumping cases of empty bottles into hopper for line, moving and lifting pallets. Lift and Carry – case of empty bottles, case of product (2‑300 oz. bottle of soap), broom, mop. Stepping/Climbing – up and down stairs over line. Pulling bundles 5 to 10 feet up to 25 times per day (35 lbs). Breaking down boxes and handling corrugate. Drug‑Free Workplace All applicants who receive an offer of employment are subject to a pre‑employment drug testing process. Positive results may result in withdrawal of the offer. Church & Dwight Co., Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. For more information on our company, our brands and our culture visit us at #J-18808-Ljbffr SwiftCruit