QA Technician I

Printpack, a leading manufacturer of flexible packaging products, is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of QA Technician at their Villa Rica 1 facility located in Villa Rica, Georgia. Pay: $18.14 - $27.20 per hour depending on experience Additional night shift premium of $2.50 per hour. Included in overtime hours and double-time hours. Schedule: 12 hour - Night Shift 7:00pm 7:00am on a 3/2 schedule Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life after 30 days of employment 401K with company match Hourly Bonus Program Tuition Reimbursement Annual reviews with a potential for a pay rate increase Up to $120 for steel toed shoes Up to $135 for uniforms Up to $125 for prescription safety glasses Overtime MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Eligible for role with 1 - 5 years of QA Technician or equivalent industry experience preferred. Conduct/behavior includes being present, ready to work, and able to work well with others. Experience in industrial manufacturing; lab experience preferred Proficiency in computer skills, time management, and data interpretation preferred Skilled in using measurement tools in both US and Metric systems required Ability to follow standard operating procedures and work instructions required Strong communication skills and attention to detail required Willingness to learn, ask questions, and be taught new skills and concepts Ability to maintain a clean and safe work environment Internal Candidates: Last performance review must have been "Performer" or better. No disciplinary actions beyond a verbal within the past 120 days Must have been in current position for at least 120 days Physical Demands : Ability to stand for significant periods of time and to move throughout the plant (this includes steps and ladders) and lift at least 25 lbs. Work Conditions: Candidate must be based at a Printpack production location and be willing to work overtime as needed. Vacation coverage is required with at least two weeks' notice. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Execute quality assurance sampling and testing in accordance with internal standards and customer specifications. Use a variety of lab and testing equipment, including: Spectrophotometers for color analysis Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS) for chemical analysis Tensile testers for material strength Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FT-IR) for material identification Mocon instruments for measuring Moisture Vapor Transmission Rate (MVTR) and Oxygen Transmission Rate (OTR) Optical microscopes for detailed surface and cross section examination Coefficient of friction Conduct visual inspections on all representative samples from materials produced across multiple production lines/processes. Exhibit proficiency in the utilization of measurement instruments in both US customary and metric systems. Articulate and disseminate results effectively to various levels of personnel, including Department Operators, Team Leads, Supervisors, and Management. Navigate and extract pertinent job and production information, specifications, and testing frequency requirements from Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) interfaces. Ensure accurate and timely data entry into the ERP system for comprehensive record-keeping and reporting purposes. Create hold tags for defective material and ensure proper identification of tagged rolls. Uphold and contribute to the department's 5S standards, including housekeeping practices and efficient inventory management of supplies. Organize and archive job jackets, laboratory data sheets, and retain samples on a daily basis. Engage in and contribute to Food Safety, Continuous Improvement (CI), Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), and Behavior-Based Safety Observation (BBSO) initiatives. EOE F/M/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disabled/Vet Printpack is proudly an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. Embracing diversity enhances our work culture and is vital to our success. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/parental status, genetic information, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, marital status, military or veteran status or affiliation, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. To view your rights and government notices, please see the links below: Know Your Rights - Conozca sus Derechos - Your Rights Under USERRA (dol.gov) - FMLA - FMLA (Spanish) - Polygraph Protection - Right to Work - Right to Work (Spanish) Printpack is committed to helping individuals with disabilities participate in the workforce and ensure equal opportunity to compete for jobs. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist you with your application for employment or job search, please get in touch with us by sending an email to CorpRecruiting@Printpack.com. Please include in your email a brief description of the accommodation you are requesting and the position for which you are interested in applying. Printpack is one of the most innovative and progressive packaging companies in the world and it embodies the employee-centric values established by its founder, J. Erskine Love Jr. in 1956. Printpacks competition can buy the same equipment and materials, but the difference has always been the people who walk their plant floors and stroll through their hallways. There is no question that Printpacks associates are a major factor in why their customers have faithfully relied on the Printpack level of service for over 60 years. Printpack offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote wellness and provide protection for its associates and their families. Some of their competitive benefits include medical coverage, dental coverage, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k), matching gift program, employee assistance programs, educational assistance, and service awards. The Printpack Statement of Philosophy reflects on a commitment to their associates and a belief that they should provide opportunities for personal fulfillment and growth commensurate with each individuals highest level of competence and degree of contribution. As an equal opportunity employer, Printpack remains focused on creating an inclusive environment. One that embraces diversity as an enhancement to their work culture and a vital contributor to their success. Printpack is Converting Vision into Value for their associates, their community, their customers, and hopefullyfor you.