QC Technician I - 1st Shift

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Date: Apr 9, 2024

Location: Warsaw, IN, US

Company: AkzoNobel

We supply the sustainable and innovative paints and coatings that our customers, communities – and the environment – are increasingly relying on. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering paints company that’s committed to science-based targets and is taking genuine action to address globally relevant challenges and protect future generations.

For more information please visit www.akzonobel.com.

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Job Purpose

Coordinate the collection of random samples from production batches/lots. Perform a wide variety of complex testing processes to measure product’s physical characteristics. Use highly sophisticated and precise testing instruments.
Following established procedures and guidelines, test and conduct routine and non-routine analysis of raw materials, in-process, and finished product, using variety of testing devices and procedures to maintain product quality.
 

Key Responsibilities

  • Must follow all established safety rules and procedures
  • Must demonstrate integrity while performing duties as per company’s Code of Conduct
  • Perform a wide variety of complex testing processes on production batches to measure product’s physical or chemical characteristics. Tests include, but are not limited to, weight per unit of measure, flow, gloss, color characteristics (compared with standards), and various other similar tests. 
  • Maintain and calibrate test equipment 
  • Maintain records and charts for all products that are checked by the individual.
  • Record and report observations or test results in the appropriate QC card or file.  The data should be complete and written legibly 
  • Work with the QC manager, production staff, and development staff to evaluate production or field related problems
  • Help identify potential causes of complaints
  • Actively engaged in 5S activities
  • Perform area housekeeping responsibilities 
  • Evaluate test methods for repeatability
  • Ability to participate and aid in root cause investigations

Job Requirements

  • Knowledge of chemical composition, structure, reactions as it applies to production techniques
  • Near vision- ability to read labels and see details up close with or without corrective lenses
  • Ability to read, comprehend and follow safety instructions and safety guidelines
  • Must be able to score a 32 or lower on a Farnsworth-Munsell 100 Hue Color test
  • Ability to work in a heavy manufacturing environment with exposure to chemical agents
  • Mathematics- Knowledge of basic math including adding, subtracting, mulitplication, division, fractions and measurements
  • Operation Monitoring- Abitlity to watch gauges, dials, or display screens to ensure proper operation of equipment 

Rewards & Benefits

  • Pay: $22.00 per hour 
  • 401K retirement savings with 6% company match
  • Annual bonus
  • Medical insurance with HSA
  • Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits
  • Generous vacation, sick and holiday pay
  • Progression (pay-for-skill) pay plans
  • Short & Long term disability
  • Paid Parental leave after 1 year
  • Career growth opportunities
  • Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks
  • Employee referral bonus
  • Employee appreciation days

 

#LI-DNI

At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.

Requisition ID: 38763 

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