Quality Assurance Technician

Quality Assurance Technician

Location: Benton, KY Reports To: Quality Manager Job Type: Full-Time, Rotating 12 hour shifts

The Quality Technician monitors product quality throughout the manufacturing process by collecting in-process samples and performing inspections and tests to verify that products meet established specifications. This role supports a safe workplace by consistently following all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies, procedures, and regulations.

In this position, you will…

• Work a DuPont schedule of rotating 12-hour shifts.
• Ensure compliance with all safety policies and procedures.
• Monitor product quality by collecting in-process samples and performing inspections and tests to verify conformance to specifications.
• Test incoming raw materials against material specifications, including reviewing and maintaining supplier Certificates of Analysis (COAs).
• Record and analyze data from product inspections, material testing, and special runs, and maintain associated records and sample retains.
• Audit and inspect finished goods as required to ensure the quality of outgoing product.
• Support activities that maintain the quality system, including calibrating test equipment, writing and reviewing test procedures, filing supplier claims for nonconforming materials, and evaluating nonconforming finished product.
• Perform inspection and testing for special projects, assist in resolving quality issues, and obtain color samples for customers and internal departments.
• Learn specifications and production methods for extrusion, laminating, painting, coating, and finishing processes.
• Travel occasionally, as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The knowledge, skills, and abilities you will bring…

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent color perception, with the ability to make close visual color comparisons and critical color judgments.
• Experience using a variety of laboratory instruments and measuring tools.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks across multiple product lines.
• Ability to perform all required audits, tests, and quality checks across a range of products.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including high-visibility clothing, safety shoes, eye protection, and hearing protection.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two-year technical degree.
• Prior quality assurance or technical experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with SAP.
• A desire and ability to grow into roles of greater responsibility.