Quality Technician - Beverage (12 Hour Nights) at Plastipak

Westland, Michigan, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Manufacturing, Packaging, BeverageIndustries

Requirements

Ability to work 12-hour rotational shift 7:48am-pm - 8:00am (2B)
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
Minimum of one to three years of related experience
Working knowledge of quality control methods & approaches
Superior attention to detail
Ability to walk & stand on production floor throughout work shift with or without a reasonable accommodation
Understanding of and ability to perform intermediate SAP transactions
Technical knowledge to complete quality checks on multiple lines or areas
Ability to train associates in the Quality Technician role and/or others
Interpersonal skills to transfer job knowledge to trainees
Basic understanding of Excel and other Office tools

Responsibilities

Test Product: create new product in SAP test plan, conduct qualifications, comprehend PPK/trends/runs, create 1st article in SAP, complete all measurement requirements per package, identify out of spec and out of control data, use all required testing equipment properly
Understand basic SAP/Iconics Transactions: modify test plans including specs and test frequency, comprehend PPK/trends/runs, scrap heldware through SAP, enter SPC data in SAP, enter Near Miss/1 on 1 and Find It Fix It, create shift reports
Monitor Product Parameters: review critical product charts beyond daily testing, identify invalid data, review product charts during daily testing
Handle Non-Conforming Product: place product on hold in multiple bins including outside warehouse and non-210 hold bins, correct heldware inventory discrepancies with warehouse help, audit till defect free, use Target/Acceptable/Marginal/Unacceptable (TAMU) inspections to identify visual defects
Resolve equipment issues and make minor adjustments: troubleshoot most issues on testing equipment including hot filler, work with maintenance as needed, identify when quality equipment isn't working correctly, basic troubleshooting to get quality equipment operational
Participate in other aspects of the Quality Management System: conduct mock recalls with limited help, conduct calibration on most equipment and work with vendor for external service, understand basics of mock recall and calibration
Be a contributing member of the Internal Audit team
Miscellaneous duties as assigned, including training quality associates

Skills

SAP

Excel

Microsoft Office

SPC

PPK

Iconics

Quality Testing

Equipment Troubleshooting

Inventory Management

Auditing

TAMU Inspections

Plastipak

Produces sustainable plastic packaging solutions

About Plastipak

Plastipak specializes in producing plastic packaging solutions, particularly lightweight PET bottles, using advanced hot fill injection blow molding technology. This process creates durable packaging suitable for various liquid products, ensuring they remain shelf-stable. The company stands out from competitors by focusing on sustainability through its "bottle to bottle" recycling approach, which transforms used bottles into new ones, significantly reducing waste. Plastipak's goal is to provide custom packaging solutions tailored to the needs of its diverse clients, ranging from large corporations to smaller businesses, while also enhancing operational efficiency through its global recycling centers and logistics services. The company is committed to innovation, with dedicated centers for developing new packaging technologies.

Plymouth Township, MichiganHeadquarters

1967Year Founded

DEBTCompany Stage

Food & Agriculture, Industrial & Manufacturing, Consumer GoodsIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Risks

Leadership transition as CEO William C. Young steps down may cause strategic shifts.

Patent litigation risks, highlighted by the 2020 lawsuit against Premium Waters.

Increased competition in the plastic aerosol packaging market from major players.

Differentiation

Plastipak leads in sustainable packaging with its 'bottle to bottle' recycling approach.

The company offers custom packaging solutions tailored to diverse client needs globally.

Plastipak's innovative SprayPET Revolution is a fully recyclable, metal-free aerosol container.

Upsides

Growing demand for sustainable packaging boosts Plastipak's market position and innovation.

Partnership with LanzaTech reduces carbon footprint in PET production, enhancing sustainability.

Expansion of recycling centers, like in Toledo, Spain, aligns with circular economy trends.

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