Quality Technician – Multiple Shifts (Day/Night) at Parkdale Mills, Inc.

Cleveland, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Physical Inspection, Visual Inspection, Quality Assurance, Good Manufacturing Practices, Internal Auditing, Problem Solving, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Document Management, Math Skills, English Proficiency, Spanish Proficiency

Industry

Textile Manufacturing

Description

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITY Performs physical and visual inspections of product and Quality Systems. Documents results accurately and ensures that finished products meet all of US Cotton's Quality Standards. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES Examples of key duties are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature. * Perform in-process and finished product testing to ensure products are produced according to set specifications (stick diameter, length, stick weight, 90° bent test, stick flex strength, etc.). * Place product that does not meet US Cotton's Quality Standards on QA Hold. * Verify that stick quantities are within the acceptable range (box count). * Accurately complete Quality Assurance records. * Communicate issues and concerns to management regarding operating procedures and conditions. * Monitor Good Manufacturing Practices & complete an internal audit on a monthly basis. Communicate issues found (quality, compliance, documentation of quality records, equipment etc.) to the Supervisor and follow-up to verify that issues are corrected. * Ensure that product is correctly packaged. * Assure that correct product code / labels are properly placed on box or skid. * Complete Certificate of Analysis (COA) for each lot produced. * Complete all special projects and assignments as directed by the QA Manager. * Assist with validations as required. * Perform other duties and special tasks as assigned. EXPERIENCE * Previous manufacturing experience preferred but not required. * Working in a fast-paced team-oriented environment EDUCATION * High school graduate or GED equivalent required SKILLS * Normal math skills involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division is required. * Must be able read and write English * Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred but not required * Able to exercise good judgement with excellent problem identification and problem-solving skills. * Functions well under pressure with a good work ethic and attitude. * Ability to work without close supervision SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE * Microsoft Office suites * Strong MS-Excel skills and document management PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS * Must follow all PPE policies by wearing reflective vest, hearing protection, safety glasses, and hair nets as required. * Must be able to perform physical activities such as, but not limited to, lifting, pulling and pushing up to 30 lbs., unassisted. Must be able to bend, reach and turn frequently. Must be able to stand and move about the facility. * Frequently (more than 75% of time) required to: stand and/or walk, climb stairs, bend and stoop, reach, push/pull, kneel and crouch. Lift, carry and/or move items up to 30 lbs., without assistance; use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls, to verbally communicate, write and to hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. * Ability to use a hand-jack. * Must be able to differentiate colors. * Frequently (more than 75% of time) exposed to dust and loud noise, and fumes (MSDS sheets available upon request). * Frequently (more than 75% of time) exposed to machinery and mechanical, moving parts. * See Job Analysis Document POSITION IN ORGANIZATION Reports to: QA Manager Directly Supervises: None Indirectly Supervises: None RELATIONSHIPS Internal: Works in a team environment. Communicates with other personnel and management as needed. External: None

Responsibilities

Perform physical and visual inspections of products to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications. Document results accurately, monitor Good Manufacturing Practices, and complete Certificates of Analysis for produced lots.