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Join Our Team as a Quality Assurance Technician!

Are you passionate about maintaining high-quality standards and ensuring top-notch products? We're looking for a dedicated Quality Assurance Technician to play a vital role in our innovative team. In this position, you will gain expertise in diverse testing procedures for film, paperboard, and finished goods, while also contributing to process audits and product compliance investigations. If you're ready to dive into the exciting world of quality assurance, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct essential testing procedures for film, paperboard, and finished goods, including Quick PEEK, Adhesion Testing, visual inspections, caliper measurements, and coating weight evaluations.

• Familiarize yourself with our mixing, coating, embossing, and laminating processes to aid in thorough process audits.

• Analyze test results against established standards and pinpoint opportunities for improvement.

• Utilize our internal Quality windows system to analyze data and identify potential issues.

• Engage in Root Cause Analysis and implement Corrective Action Techniques.

• Assist in product non-compliance investigations and help resolve customer complaints.

• Collect samples, perform tests, and generate insightful reports.

• Collaborate with the Supplier Quality Team to set visual standards and create new specifications based on data and samples collected.

• Operate essential lab equipment including Goniometers, Analytical balances, Microscopes, and various QC instruments.

• Use statistical analysis to uncover trends and non-conformance.

• Prepare samples for internal and external evaluations and ensure safe shipping.

• Develop and document test procedures that enhance our quality practices.

• Communicate effectively with production operators to proactively monitor and tackle potential issues.

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at elevating product quality.

• Maintain meticulous records for all projects and initiatives.

• Utilize FTIR for troubleshooting and assist in exciting new product development projects.

• Explore and implement new processes and equipment to continuously boost our overall quality performance.

Essential Skills:

• Prior experience in quality control and laboratory settings.

• Strong troubleshooting capabilities.

• Familiarity with GMP standards.

• Exceptional attention to detail and strong observational skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively across multiple departments.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Visual acuity for detecting defects.

• Ability to adhere to written procedures and work independently or collaboratively as part of a team.

• Background in Chemistry is a plus.

• Experience in quality assurance and inspection.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.

• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience or training preferred.

• An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.

• Completion of ASQ Quality Technician certificate or Quality Improvement Associate training within two years of hire.

Work Environment:

• Enjoy a Monday through Friday schedule, 7am-3pm.

• Experience a dynamic work environment with moving mechanical parts, potential electrical risks, and occasional exposure to fumes and chemicals, requiring annual training on hazardous waste management procedures.

• Be ready for a loud noise level as you engage in meaningful work that directly impacts quality.

If you're ready to take on a rewarding role as a Quality Assurance Technician and make a difference, apply today! Join us in our commitment to excellence and quality in every aspect. Your journey toward an exciting and fulfilling career starts here!

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.50 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Holyoke,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 28, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.