What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Control Associate position at EPE Industries USA Inc?
SAVING OUR WORLD ONE PACKAGE AT A TIME
EPE is a Total Packaging Solutions Company and the industry leader in providing environmentally advanced packaging designs and JIT manufacturing support to companies worldwide. With more than 70 manufacturing and design centers located around the world, and over 2400 employees worldwide, EPE is able to provide real-time packaging solutions and value add services for every product’s requirements. We are committed to providing innovative and sustainable packaging solutions to our customers at the lowest possible cost and least environmental impact.
What we are looking for:
We are seeking a Quality Control Associate to bring their A game to help us save the world, one package at a time! The Quality Control Associate will be adaptable, diligent, and resourceful to ensure quality standards are met by inspecting incoming materials, in-process production, finished products; and recording the results.
What you will do:
- Monitor production operations to ensure conformance to company specifications
- Inspect products in all production stages to ensure that they meet quality standards
- Direct assembly adjustments to ensure operations reflect quality standards
- Create tests for quality control of products
- Disassemble product parts to inspect them individually
- Ensure products meet customer expectations based on company objectives
- Communicate the results of inspections and put forward corrective suggestions
- Document inspection outcomes by completing detailed reports and performance records
- Approve incoming materials by confirming specifications, conducting a visual and measurement test, and rejecting and returning unacceptable materials
- Approve all finished products by confirming specifications and conducting required tests
- Return products for re-work if needed and complete documentation to confirm re-work
- Sort and segregate defective material for return, replacement, or disposal (scrap)
- Provide daily hourly inspection within ISO9001 standard requirements
- Provide Corrective Action and Root Cause Report; meet ISO9001 standards requirements
- Keep measuring equipment by following operating instructions and calling for repairs and/or calibration
- Recommend adjustments to the assembly or production processes
- Maintain a safe work environment by following standards/procedures and comply with legal regulations
- Performs other duties as assigned
What you need to succeed:
- A minimum of 3 - 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
- A minimum of 3 - 5 Years’ experience maintaining QMS/ ISO900 standards requirements
- Ability to use and read a tape measure with speed and accuracy
- Possess basic high school math skills to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement
- Advanced computer skills, use of a mouse, typing and basic applications preferred
- Ability to read and follow instructions on master design documents or drawings
- Must be detail-oriented and work effectively under pressure while meeting all applicable deadlines
- Must be able to work in a collaborative, team environment in alignment with company culture and values
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain and teach methodologies
- Understanding of manufacturing methods and procedures
- Bilingual – Spanish preferred
- Forklift Certification is a plus
Benefits we offer:
- Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
- Paid sick and paid vacation time off
- Company paid life insurance
- Additional life/accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- Short- and long-term disability
- 401k with company match
EPE USA is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our intent to maintain a work environment which is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age, race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at 800.315.0336.