Summary:

Ensures manufactured products comply with or exceed the established company standards and customer specifications.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Directly supports the production teams through Start-Up Verification, Real Time in Process Evaluations, as well as regular production a and site quality inspections in the interest of Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and Production.
• Actively participate in regulatory activities including ISO, SQF, and supporting actions.
• Actively participate in Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis, Process Mapping providing direct contributions to Continuous Improvement Initiatives.
• Actively participate Continuous Improvement Events and Initiatives.
• Performs physical , mechanical, and analytical tests on materials as per testing criteria to ensure standards are met.
• Discuss and escalate all areas of non-conformance to specifications with he Operations Manager, Supervisor, or team Lead and Quality Manager to implement corrective action and follow up as needed.
• Update, maintain, and enter test results in QC database, daily batch reports, inspection reports, daily downtime reports and other reports as requested.
• Maintain all "quality related" documents (i.e. test results etc.) in the laboratory.
• Create SOP's, review and revise as needed.
• Prepare Quality Management related forms as required.
• Perform monthly GMP inspections, and participate in internal audit, mock recalls, process improvement projects, QC Holds and create reports accordingly.
• Maintain calibration records of all testing equipment in lab and on production floor.
• Provide support during customer plant tour by demonstrating testing methods and communicating quality related procedures effectively.
• Conduct/Assist refresher trainings for various departments as requested.
• Investigate customer complaints and returns. Address findings to Quality manager.
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, safety, and other standards.
• Understand and comply with all IEF SQF (HACCP) standards and GMP policies.
• Maintain proper General Laboratory Practices (GLP).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Post-Secondary Diploma in a science related program.
• 2 years related work experience preferably in plastic manufacturing industry.
• Experience with ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) testing methods an asset.
• Proficient computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, and word processing software.
• Knowledge of extrusion process is an asset.
• Knowledge of General Manufacture Practices.
• Capable of working with minimum Supervision.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and team skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• In-person
• Manufacturing facility

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Orlando, FL 32809 (Required)

Work Location: In person