Quality Control Technician - 12 Hour Rotating Continental Shifts

Cube Packaging Solutions is currently seeking a Quality Control Technician to join our team in Aurora, Ontario. This role is required to work 12-hour rotating continental shifts.

The Quality Technician is responsible for:

• Following and complying with Cube Management System (CMS)

• Supporting the Quality Management system

• Ensuring that all shift staff are trained and understanding the quality standards that are to be met

• Carrying out product inspection on packing duties

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure Good Manufacturing Practices, SOPs, Hygiene Policy and all QA programs through communication and training with production personnel

• Support the Food Safety program

• Conduct quality inspection of parts, processes and systems to ensure all procedures are followed and that parts meet the overall quality standards

• Performs and monitors quality checks in Production to ensure defects do not occur.

• Perform inspection on every two hours during the shift and record results on specified inspection sheets or related documents.

• Required to maintain all measuring equipment in proper working order and appearance.

• Ensure all incidents of non-conformance are recorded

• Document inspection results in a clear, accurate, neat and timely manner

• Assist in identifying and communicating product quality issues to Production Supervisor/Quality Coordinator or designate and complete daily QC report.

• Carry out inspections of WIP products, identify accordingly in the production area, input inventory into ERP system, and print and apply barcode labels accordingly

• Identify poor workmanship, material defects and incorrect packing of parts - notify appropriate personnel of manufacturing quality issues

• Train Production Associates on product quality requirements

• Required to maintain control of all non-conforming material, segregation, and completion of hold tags.

• Review and assist with the development of SOPs in accordance with Quality System requirements

• Support the NCR process and assist where necessary

• Required to participate in all internal and external audits as needed.

• Required to maintain good housekeeping (5S) principles surrounding the QA work station.

• Other duties as assigned or requested

Soft Skills

• Problem solving - the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully.

• Interpersonal Skills - the individual maintains confidentiality, remains open to others’ ideas and exhibits willingness to try new things.

• Oral communication - the individual speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, group presentations and meetings.

• Written Communication - the individual edits work for spelling and grammar, presents numerical data effectively and can read and interpret written information.

• Planning/organizing - the individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.

• Quality control - the individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.

• Working Independently – work with minimal supervision and able to make reasonable decisions

• Adaptability - the individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and can deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.

• Dependability - the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance.

• Safety and security - the individual actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly.

Hourly Rate: $23.00/hour

Shift: 12 Hour Rotating Continental Shifts

Education/Experience

• College Diploma related to Quality Assurance and relevant experience in a manufacturing environment

• AIB or Food Safety Certification an asset

• Must have ISO or TS experience

• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control and ability to analyze data

• Strong knowledge of quality inspection techniques and procedures

• Basic knowledge of injection molding products and processes an asset

• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook are required

• Basic knowledge on ERP systems an asset

Other Job Requirements

• Ability to read, write and understand English

• Must have own reliable transportation

• Able to work continental rotating shifts (day and night)

• Must be able to lift up to 30lbs and stand for long periods of time

• Must be able to distinguish between colours

• Ability to handle multiple projects of competing priority and work effectively in a fast-paced environment

• Must have strong attention to detail.

• Extended dental, health and vision coverage upon completion of 3 month probationary period.
• RRSP Program: Eligible to participate after 3-month probationary period.
• Quarterly Bonus: Eligible to participate after 3-month probationary period.
• Free on-site parking.