Quality Control Technician at SPRINGFIELD PLASTICS INC – Auburn, Illinois

As a Quality Control Technician, you will assist in verifying the quality of the product going into our manufacturing process and the final product coming off of the production lines. You will conduct tests to determine the quality of materials and finished products and identify areas of improvement to increase efficiency. The Quality Control Technician works directly with manufacturing on the production floor and is responsible for bringing quality issues and/or concerns to the attention of the quality control director and/or upper management. The ideal candidate will be an effective communicator, detail-oriented, prompt and dependable, highly motivated, organized, have the ability to multi-task and prioritize and be willing to work with a team.

Responsibilities:

• Perform thorough examinations of all materials and finished products
• Conduct and report internal audits and evaluations
• Implement and improve quality control operating procedures
• Identify and troubleshoot equipment problems and defects
• Participate in routine visual inspections
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements Include:

• Previous work experience in quality control or other related fields
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong Microsoft Outlook
• Knowledge of the use of measuring devices (ex. Calipers and Micrometers)
• Understanding of basic mathematics
• Lab testing and reporting experience
• Ability to lift 50 pounds above the head on a repetitive basis
• Walk and stand for up to 12 consecutive hours
• Ability to complete repetitive motions with hands, arms, feet, legs, shoulders and back for 12 consecutive hours.
• Tolerate high temperatures
• Ability to work overtime and weekends during heavy production times
• Willing to adapt and learn