Quality Technician

Pretium Packaging is a leading full-service designer and manufacturer of rigid packaging solutions for specialized applications with small to mid-sized production volumes. Pretium offers a variety of creative packaging solutions, and we do so with consistency, quality, and cost-effectiveness in mind. We listen and then apply our expertise in the form of market insights, the latest bottle and closure technology, supreme quality management and outstanding customer service. Our customers know they can always count on Pretium to provide the kind of innovative packaging solutions that will enhance their products’ brand identity.

Pretium is seeking a Quality Inspector/Technician on our night shift (8 pm – 8 am).

This person performs quality assurance inspection and review of in-coming material, work-in-progress, and finished products to determine conformance with established specifications. Reports findings of deviations from Acceptable Quality Levels to production, technical, quality and management personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited

to the following:

1. Performs assigned duties and acts in a manner that adheres to company safety policies and practices. Safety is a top priority in all aspects of this job.

2. Performs necessary testing of manufactured product in accordance with established procedures. Testing includes, but is not limited to: resins, color, specifications, top load, overflow, vacuum, drop, flame, cycle and others as necessary and as directed.

3. Examines material or product for surface and dimensional defects not manufactured in accordance with specifications.

4. Performs required statistical testing of manufactured product using proper tools to ensure conformance with established specifications.

5. Performs finished goods sample inspection of packaged products prior to movement to warehouse storage area. Inspections include proper labels and cartons used, and correct visible attributes such as carbon, die lines, flash, color, flame, distribution, moils, dips, programmer lines and other defects as identified.

6. Performs AQL inspection of possible outbound problem production and customer-required outbound inspections.

7. Rejects defective materials and products and provides proper documentation and notification to quality and production personnel in support of inspection findings.

8. Communicates deviations from established specifications to Shift Production Foreman, Quality Assurance Manager, Quality Assurance Lab personnel, and other technical personnel on a timely basis.

9. Maintains accurate calibration and standardization of testing equipment. Uses measuring devices for accurate and consistent conformity to specifications.

10. Works closely with all personnel in a safe and respectful manner to achieve quality and production goals.

11. Trains employees in quality performance.

12. Provides line quality inspection support as needed.

13. Maintains an organized work area.

14. Displays teamwork in performance of all duties.

15. Participates in all required training.

16. Supports the goals and objectives of Pretium Packaging through adherence to company policies, safety guidelines, and work requirements for successful completion of all assignments, including overtime as necessary.

17. Performs all other duties as assigned or modified.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

a. High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required. Six months of related production or inspector/packer experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

b. Knowledge of quality measuring tools including calipers, pin gauges, scales and other testing equipment, MIL 105E, Tappi Dirt Chart, and PVCC Clarity Chart.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

a. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, to walk and to lift.

b. Use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.

c. Reach with hands and arms.

d. The employee is required to walk, talk, hear and smell.

e. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

f. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

g. Eye, hearing and other designated protective equipment must be worn in all required areas at all times, and must comply with company requirements and standards.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 – $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Night shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Quality assurance: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)
• Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location: One location