SUMMARY

Performs the role of quality process expert which includes, but is not limited to, monitoring products and processes for adherence to quality standards, conducting routine and special tests, analyzing trends, charting data, calibrating equipment and insuring products meet customer fitness-for-use criteria.

Provides quality control training to production personnel and audits their testing methods to ensure maintained competency.

Measures, monitors, and maintains quality standards.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Audits product specifications/quality and inspection test methods used by production personnel and quality data results and reports findings to the appropriate personnel (including, but not limited to charting, data collection and test methods, etc.).
• Performs QRS rating per OC standards and established procedures.
• Collects samples for testing.
• Performs quality assurance inspections including visual and qualitative measurements (including, but not limited to, dimensions, weight, ignition loss, tensile, recovery, K, temperature, etc.).
• Checks job instructions sheets against product specifications and other quality standards.
• Conducts tests, audits and performs inspections. Summarizes data on materials (including, but not limited to, in-process, finished goods, warehoused, returned, etc.). Reports test results to appropriate personnel.
• Performs tests on any special products (including, but not limited to, exportation, special certification, trials, audits, sample orders, etc.).
• Operates and calibrates testing equipment (including, but not limited to, fiber testers, scales, blowing wool machine, etc.).
• Checks product appearance, packaging, labeling, and any other specified requirements.
• Sets up and maintains quality assurance and calibration traceability files.
• Enters and retrieves quality statistics from data terminal.
• Provides data and samples for material certification, accompanies UL, NVLAP and NAHB personnel on plant tours, and assists with performing tests.
• Procures and ensures adequate supplies used in the Product Testing Lab.
• Notifies appropriate personnel of any equipment or quality problems and takes corrective action within the scope of the job. Coordinates maintenance with appropriate personnel.
• Places hold tags on products not meeting specifications and notifies appropriate personnel. Rechecks hold materials.
• Completes records and reports (including, but not limited to, inspection sheets, test result forms, charts, graphs, data terminal input, etc.).
• Assists in the development of new test methods.
• Participates in the safety and good housekeeping programs as established within the plant.
• Performs tests on competitor's products as directed.
• Performs other related duties consistent with the nature of the job as directed by supervision.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The employee should hold the following abilities:

• Must be able to read, write, type, and speak English.
• Must be able to understand verbal and written instructions.
• Must have the ability to multi-task.
• Must have to ability to do basic mathematical calculations.
• Must be able to operate a computer, and computer-based testing equipment.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

The employee should have the following:

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent is required
• Must be a US citizen or have the right to work in the US
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be drug free
• Possession of valid forklift driver certification is desired but not required.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite is expected.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position requires:

• Prolonged sitting or standing for 12-hour shifts.
• Bending or twisting.
• Handle, control or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Lifting/carrying/moving up to 50 pounds.
• Reading screens on electronic tools and machines.
• Regular attendance on site and the ability to work varying or rotating shifts.
• Wearing respirator protection.
• Workplace is 100% tobacco free.

This job description in no way states or implies these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.