Located in Lake Wales, FL
Pay: $$19.50 - $21.00
Job Full Description
Quality Control Technician
Job Summary
We are seeking a dependable Quality Control Technician to support quality standards, testing procedures, documentation, and product inspections in a manufacturing environment. This position works under the direction of the Production Supervisor and/or Quality Manager to help ensure raw materials, in-process materials, finished goods, and production processes meet internal quality standards, customer expectations, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
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Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
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Conduct routine and non-routine testing of raw materials, in-process materials, environmental samples, and finished goods.
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Perform and document dry and wet tile testing according to the quality control plan.
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Monitor product quality during extrusion, stacking, production, and yard storage.
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Perform frequent visual inspections of wet-side processes and finished goods.
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Identify product quality issues and recommend corrective actions.
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Monitor color consistency and help reduce color variation in the manufacturing process.
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Issue and control color formulas to ensure accuracy on the production floor.
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Maintain and verify color visual standards.
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Complete required quality documentation, data entry, equipment logbooks, testing forms, and inventory forms.
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Log testing results into SAP and release finished goods according to the control plan.
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Report product exceptions according to non-conforming material procedures.
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Calibrate, validate, and maintain laboratory and quality assurance equipment.
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Print and verify pallet labels.
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Conduct monthly pallet audits to ensure accuracy.
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Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in the lab and work areas.
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Assist with troubleshooting, testing, calibration, organization, and project-related quality tasks.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
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High school diploma or equivalent required.
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Training or certification in a relevant skill or trade preferred.
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1–2 years of experience in quality control, manufacturing, laboratory testing, production, or a related field preferred.
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Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance instructions, equipment manuals, and company procedures.
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Basic math and computer skills required.
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Experience with SAP or similar systems preferred.
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Ability to communicate clearly in English; bilingual Spanish is helpful.
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Strong attention to detail, organization, and documentation accuracy.
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Ability to work with minimal supervision and learn quickly.
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Mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity required.
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Ability to observe, identify, troubleshoot, and report equipment or product issues.
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Regular attendance, timeliness, and scheduling flexibility required.
Skills & Abilities
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Quality inspection and testing
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Product and process troubleshooting
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Documentation and data entry
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Color consistency monitoring
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Equipment calibration and validation
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Lab safety and organization
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Manufacturing quality standards
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Strong attention to detail
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Communication and teamwork
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
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Ability to stand or remain stationary for extended periods.
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Ability to bend, twist, lift, move, and transport items up to 50 lbs.
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Ability to perform repetitive movements throughout the shift.
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Ability to move throughout the facility as needed.
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Must be able to work around dust, chemicals, noise, temperature extremes, and other manufacturing conditions.
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Must wear required personal protective equipment, including hearing protection, eye protection, and hard hat as required.
Schedule
Monday – Friday, 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM.
Schedule may require occasional shift changes and overtime depending on customer needs.
Pay Rate
$19.50 – $21.00 per hour, based on experience.
Lakeland, FL
3441
1805 US Highway 98 South
Suite A&C
Lakeland, FL 33801
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