Quality Technician

Job Type Full-timeDescriptionINDEVCO Plastics Longview is a member of INDEVCO North America, part of the multinational INDEVCO Group, with over 80 business units worldwide, including 40 manufacturing plants. We are a member of the Alliance to End Plastic Waste and the Sustainable Packaging Coalition.As a flexible packaging manufacturer, INDEVCO Plastics designs and manufactures sustainable plastic films and bags that promote a circular economy. Our end markets range from beverage, processed food, and pet food, to building and construction, industrial salt and minerals, lawn, and garden. We work closely with packaging converters and packaging machinery manufacturers.At INDEVCO Plastics, our philosophy is "What is good for the community is good for the company." The four pillars that guide our work are performance, innovation, service, and care for the world around us.Our dynamic manufacturing team in Longview, TX is seeking a motivated individual to join our team in the role of Quality Technician. This position is responsible for randomly selecting and analyze data from production and supplier samples. Communicate analysis to appropriate personnel and maintain the Quality System for compliance. Involved in daily and/or monthly Safety audits of equipment and personnel.Responsibilities: Basic understanding of computers and lab equipment.Responsible for initiating and implement systems to improve "Quality System".Responsible for ensuring that the day-to-day operation of the machine is consistent with the policies and procedures which make up the Quality System.Continuously improve the process as an individual and as a team memberEnsures all environmental standards and requirements are metEnsure that you are working safely and following all environmental procedures, and that your co-workers are doing the same.Performs inspections per Quality ProcedureKeeps the area clean and organized.Completes all required tracking forms (Inspections and checklists)Sets the example of safe operation by following established safety guidelines; Follows established safety guidelines; holds self and others accountableInitiates and supports improvement initiativesOther duties as instructed by Plant Manager or Production ManagerTrained in Quality System and Internal Auditing and be able to train others within the facility.Familiar with all lab equipment and understand the data associated with the testing.Keeping area clean and safe.Other duties as instructed by Supervisor, Lead, Production /or Plant ManagerComplete verification and validation activities in IPL's Food Safety Plan as determined by the Food Safety Management System and adhere to the program. Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job the employee will work in a manufacturing facility and regularly be exposed to:Humidity, loud noises, dirtUnpleasant OdorsVarying and extreme temperatures (heat and cold)Mechanical partsForklift trafficAdditional Information:Employees receive a very competitive benefits package including life, medical, and dental insurance coverage, 401(K) matching plan, paid vacation, and an Employee Tuition Reimbursement benefit for professional certification and degree programs.INDEVCO Plastics, a member of INDEVCO North America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Disclaimer:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at a time with or without notice. This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. The company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodation may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.RequirementsHigh school diploma or GED equivalentBasic understanding of computers.Ability to communicate and work well with others.Documentation and Quality System up to date.Basic lab equipmentUnderstanding quality data/quality systems.Reading, writing, and arithmeticKnow and understand how to read a tape measure