Quality Technician - 2nd Shift

Quality Technician – 2nd Shift

Location: Poestenkill, NY 12140 Pay Rate: $23.00/hour Schedule: 2nd Shift, 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM Training: Approximately one week on 1st shift before transitioning to 2nd shift Employment Type: W-2 Contract Start Date: August 24, 2026 Important: This location does not offer a shift differential. The pay rate for the 2nd shift position is $23.00 per hour.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Quality Technician to support quality activities within a regulated manufacturing and laboratory environment. This position is responsible for inspecting, sampling, evaluating, and documenting raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products to ensure compliance with established quality standards, regulatory requirements, ISO requirements, and customer specifications. Candidates with either Quality Control (QC) or manufacturing experience will be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, sampling, and evaluation of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products.
• Review data and determine product/material disposition according to established quality procedures.
• Support product certification activities.
• Communicate quality standards and requirements to production personnel.
• Assist production operators in meeting established product quality standards.
• Support calibration activities and documentation.
• Assist with complaint handling and investigations.
• Support CAPA and quality event activities.
• Assist with nonconforming material identification, control, and handling.
• Maintain accurate quality records and documentation.
• Follow established safety, quality, and regulatory procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in Chemistry or a related field preferred.
• Bachelor's degree is a plus.
• Previous experience in Quality Control, Quality Assurance, manufacturing, laboratory operations, or inspection preferred.
• Experience in a regulated industry such as life sciences, medical products, food and beverage, aerospace, pharmaceutical, or similar manufacturing is highly desirable.
• Laboratory skills are a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods and perform bending and other physical activities associated with a manufacturing environment.
• Comfortable working in both factory and laboratory environments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.

Work Environment

The position involves work in manufacturing and laboratory areas. Employees may work around chemicals, varying temperatures, machinery, moving parts, and blades. Following established safety procedures is an essential requirement of the position.