Quality Specialist - Paper Industry

Crane Consumables is a local, family-owned paper converter. Our products include bar code, pricing and packaging labels. Our team is committed to providing high-quality and innovative solutions to our customers.

We are seeking an experienced Quality professional to lead our effort to ensure the consistency, quality and compliance of our products. In this role, you'll play a crucial role in maintaining production quality and compliance with industry and customer standards.

Responsibilities Include:

• Oversees the quality control processes throughout the production process. Ensure products meet specifications, standards, and customer requirements. Perform regular inspections and monitor process consistency.
• Conducts physical, visual, and functional tests on raw materials and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards. Records results, identify any non-conformities, and provides recommendations for corrective actions.
• Collaborates with production teams to identify and resolve quality-related issues, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure consistent product quality. Recommends and implement process adjustments to improve product quality and operational efficiency.
• Maintains accurate and detailed records of inspections, test results, and corrective actions. Prepares and present quality reports to management, highlighting trends, areas for improvement, and overall performance.
• Ensures product complies with industry standards, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements. Stays updated on changes in industry standards and best practices related to paper converting.
• Provides training to production teams on quality standards, proper handling of materials, and effective inspection techniques. Offers ongoing support to ensure adherence to quality protocols.
• Assists in managing relationships with suppliers, ensuring that raw materials meet quality specifications before production. Work with suppliers to resolve quality issues as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Quality Management, Operations, or equivalent business/work experience.
• 2-4 years experience working in Quality Assurance in a manufacturing facility, preferably in the paper converting industry.
• Certifications in Quality Control, Six Sigma or other relevant coursework preferred.
• Demonstrative attention to detail
• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of Quality standards and systems.

In addition to base pay, the company provides substantial quarterly bonus opportunity.

Benefits for full-time employees include: Health/Dental/Vision Insurance, SIMPLE IRA Retirement plan with 3% Company match, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Company Events, free lunch every Friday and more!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Quality Control/Assurance: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Six Sigma certification? (Preferred)

Work Location: In person