QC Technician

Located in Laflin, PA

Quality Tech

 

Responsible for performing product testing, inspections, and documentation to ensure cellulose insulation meets company and regulatory quality standards.

 

Key Responsibilities

Quality Control & Testing:

• Conduct routine sampling and testing of raw materials and finished insulation products.
• Perform inspections on chemical and paper raw materials and record data in appropriate systems.
• Perform load testing every two hours or on every load to ensure compliance with C-739 standards.
• Perform quality checks with honesty and integrity.
• Review packaging to ensure it is correct and legible for the product being manufactured.

Data Recording & Compliance:

• Accurately record, analyze, and document test results, deviations, and corrective actions to verify compliance

with product specifications.

• Review quality data and report any non-conformances to management with urgency.
• Maintain accurate quality logs, batch records/reports and calibration records.
• Assist in maintaining quality system records and reports for audits.
• Maintain calibration, cleanliness, and organization of laboratory equipment and facilities.

Process Monitoring & Production Support:

• Monitor manufacturing and production processes and adjust as needed to ensure compliance with required

ASTM standards and consistent quality performance.

• Adjust processes as needed to ensure products meet required ASTM standards.
• Assure fiber recipes, ratios, and chemical systems are operating correctly.
• Support production teams as needed, including during downtime or other production operations.

Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement:

• Identify trends, recurring defects, or process inconsistencies
• Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.

 

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and quality testing methods.
• Strong attention to detail, data accuracy, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a production environment.
• Capable of performing basic production lab tests on products.
• Excellent communications skills, being able to work with customers, suppliers, production workers, maintenance personnel, plant management, and corporate personnel.
• Good writing skills and experience with MS Outlook, MS Word.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or lab experience preferred.
• Experience in quality control, including SPC. Experience with Six Sigma is a plus.
• Experience in the building products industry or related areas a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work 40+ hours per week, including weekends when necessary.
• Good visual acuity.
• Ability to work in a dynamic manufacturing environment and be capable of lifting and handling a 30-lb. bag of

material.

• Ability to handle some noise, dust, and/or odors in the manufacturing facility.
• Must be available to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends, as required to meet operational demands.

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