Quality Assurance Technician

Location: Benton, Kentucky

Reports to: Quality Manager

Shift: 11 pm – 7 am

PURPOSE:

The Quality Technician is responsible to monitor product quality by collecting samples in-process and performing various inspections and tests to ensure products conform to specifications.   Adheres to EHS policies, procedures, and regulations at all times. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Shift: 11 pm – 7 am
• Ensure compliance to all safety policies and procedures.
• Monitor product quality by collecting samples in-process and performing various inspections and tests to ensure products conform to specifications.
• Test raw materials for adherence to material specifications.  This includes reviewing and maintaining supplier certificates of analysis (COA’s).
• Record and analyze data from product inspection, material testing, and special runs.  This includes maintaining records and sample retains.
• Audit and inspect finished goods as required to assures the quality of outgoing product.
• Support activities required to maintain the quality system.  This includes, but is not limited to calibration of test equipment, writing/reviewing test procedures, filing claims with suppliers for nonconforming materials, and evaluating nonconforming finished product.
• Perform inspection/testing for special projects, assist in problem-solving quality issues, and obtain color samples for customers and other departments.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Two-year technical degree with previous quality assurance or technical work experience within a manufacturing facility is preferred.  Desire and ability to grow into positions of greater responsibility will also be evaluated.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft application:  Outlook Excel, Word and PowerPoint.  Experience with SAP is desired.
• Experience working with various lab instrumentation and measuring tools.
• Excellent color perception is required, as the job demands close visual color observations and the ability to make critical color judgment calls.
• Position requires learning specifications and production methods for extrusion, laminating, painting, coating, and finishing applications.
• The volume of work requires the handling of multiple tasks on multiple products.
• Position requires the ability to perform all audits, testing and quality checks on various products.
• This position may require a minimal amount of travel
• Wearing of high visibility clothing, safety shoes, eye protection, hearing protection or other PPE required.

ABOUT 3A COMPOSITES

3A Composites is a leading player in segments such as composite panels for high-quality facades and display applications. In the United States, its best-known brands are Alucobond®, Dibond®, Gatorfoam®, Sintra®, and Fome-Cor®.

What we offer to you

• Competitive pay + bonus program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits start on Day 1
• Fitness Reimbursement Program
• Discounted medical premiums by participating in 3A’s wellness program
• Company-paid Life & Disability Insurance
• An industry-leading 401k contribution up to 7%