Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Quality Assurance (QA) Technician to support quality control and production operations at a plastics manufacturing and recycling facility in Clinton, North Carolina.
The ideal candidate has experience with quality testing, sampling, production documentation, and basic equipment troubleshooting. This role is responsible for ensuring materials meet established quality specifications, identifying contamination or process issues, maintaining accurate records, and supporting safe and efficient production.
Candidates with previous experience in plastics manufacturing, recycling, laboratory testing, or industrial quality control are strongly encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Collect and test incoming raw materials and finished products according to established sampling procedures.
- Perform bulk density testing and contamination analysis to verify that materials meet quality specifications.
- Record test results, production data, and quality measurements accurately in spreadsheets and shift reports.
- Inspect production areas and equipment for contamination, blockages, and potential process issues.
- Monitor magnets, collection points, and other critical production areas to help maintain product quality.
- Ensure finished material bags are correctly labeled with required product and quality information.
- Identify, document, and report out-of-specification materials, equipment issues, and quality concerns promptly.
- Assist with production line startup, shutdown, and basic troubleshooting as needed.
- Coordinate with production operators and shift personnel to maintain consistent product quality and workflow.
- Complete shift checklists and communicate important production updates during shift handovers.
- Follow all safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment when working around industrial equipment and chemical processes.
Qualifications
- Previous QA/QC experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment is strongly preferred.
- Experience with material sampling, laboratory testing, quality inspections, or specification tracking is highly desirable.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow established procedures consistently.
- Basic computer skills, including spreadsheets and data entry.
- Mechanical aptitude and the ability to recognize and report equipment or process problems.
- Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills.
- Ability to take responsibility for mistakes, report issues promptly, and work independently.
- Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with industrial noise, changing temperatures, and required PPE.
- Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the production floor for extended periods.
- Reliable transportation and dependable attendance are essential.
- English/Spanish bilingual skills are a plus but are not required.
Work Environment
This position operates in a busy, 24/7 manufacturing facility. The environment may be loud, physically active, warm during summer, and cold during winter nights. Required hearing protection and other PPE must be worn in designated areas.
Training: The selected candidate must be available to train on first shift for approximately two weeks or longer, depending on training progress, before transitioning to nights.
