Position Overview

The Quality Control Technician I plays a key role in maintaining American Phoenix, Inc.’s reputation for excellence in rubber manufacturing. This position is responsible for performing precise tests on rubber compounds using specialized laboratory equipment to ensure product integrity and compliance with customer specifications. Accuracy and attention to detail are critical to maintaining our quality standards.

This position reports to our Quality Manager.

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow all company and laboratory safety procedures at all times.
• Maintain a neat, organized, and clean work area.
• Perform testing of rubber compounds in accordance with customer and internal specifications.
• Analyze and interpret test data to assist in determining material release status.
• Prepare rubber samples as needed (cutting, milling, curing, and stamping).
• Troubleshoot issues such as test failures, retesting, or data discrepancies.
• Enter test results accurately into data systems and complete customer data packets.
• Tag and release finished goods after testing and approval.

Shift Information

This is a full-time, 8-hour afternoon shift position:
Monday – Friday, 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Probationary and Training Period

All new Quality Control Technician I employees will undergo a 90-day probationary period. During this time, employees are expected to demonstrate proficiency in the required laboratory testing procedures and safety practices. Successful completion of this period, including supervisor sign-off, is required to continue employment in this position.

This 90-day period may be adjusted by management depending on business demands, employee leave, or other applicable factors. If management does not observe satisfactory progress or improvement within this period, proper communication and feedback will be provided to the employee to support development and clarify expectations.

Our Benefits Include:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 401(K) with Company Match
• Company paid Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Company paid Life Insurance
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Immediate PTO Accrual
• 2 Personal Days Annually
• Optional Paid Shower Time at the End of Each Shift

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Windows-based software.
• Previous laboratory experience or familiarity with material testing environments.

Skills, Knowledge, and AbilitiesCandidates should demonstrate the following:

• Strong safety awareness.
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and precision.
• Ability to learn and follow laboratory procedures.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.