Quality Control Technician III Position Available In Lowndes, Georgia

Quality Control Technician III
locations
Valdosta, GA
time type
Full time
posted on
Posted 9 Days Ago
job requisition id
23956
At GAF, we cover more than just buildings. We cover each other. Under this roof, you will have the tools and resources you need to grow and develop in your career. You will experience our incredible culture and will be empowered to support your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we define the future while leading the present through our deep well of experience and our responsibility to the future to drive improvements and innovation in our products. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.
At GAF Commercial we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or department, under this roof you are helping to build the market leader in commercial roofing. Under this roof, we are assembling a winning team that puts the customer at the center of every decision and doesn’t back down from hard work. Under this roof, we support one another in delivering operational excellence daily, while working to make a positive impact for our planet and our communities. Becoming the market leader only happens when everyone feels they have the opportunity, and the support, to thrive. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.
About GAF

• Valdosta, Georgia
  Valdosta is a diverse, lively city in southern Georgia.

Just miles from Florida, Valdosta is also only a few hours from Disney World or the beach, and is conveniently located between Jacksonville and Atlanta.
Job Summary
The Quality Control Technician III is responsible for providing impeccable support to the Production Team. The ideal candidate thrives in environments where safety, quality, service, and cost are the highest priorities. The Quality Control Technician will perform various quality systems and testing activities for manufacturing operations, including raw material certificate of analysis reviews, finished product testing, quality audits, plant trial testing & analysis, quality lab maintenance, and organization.
Essential Duties
Review real-time product quality on a consistent basis
Generate timely, consistent reports to ensure quality specifications are met
Perform physical property tests on finished products
Communicate effectively with production operators and leaders
Audit lab and manufacturing processes
Evaluate whether to reject or pass finished roofing products, manufactured warehouse items and other plant productions by observing samples
Assist and support the Process & Quality Engineer with projects as needed
Order routine lab supplies through approved processes and approvals
Maintain lab calibrations and documentation
Assure all activities are performed safely
Participate in new material trials in coordination with R D
Verify and inspect incoming raw materials for compliance
Ensure site adherence to raw material and finished product specifications
Make necessary adjustments by notifying the lead and/or manager and re-testing the product
Maintain housekeeping with consistent lab and facility maintenance
Additional projects and tasks may be assigned as business needs require
Manage out-of-spec raw material or finished goods both physically and electronically
Under This Roof, We Require
H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
2+ years of quality experience in a fast-paced, manufacturing environment OR 3 years of polyiso manufacturing experience
Under This Roof, We Also Value
Experience supporting production and business goals
Demonstrated experience as a lab technician in a manufacturing environment is preferred
Forklift experience is preferred
Demonstrated intermediate communication skills and MS Operating Systems and Microsoft Office Programs.
General Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to respond to requests in a professional and timely manner
Demonstrated intermediate communication (both verbal and electronic) and interpersonal skills
Proven experience in customer service (internal & external)
Strong planning, prioritization, organizational, and reporting skills
Independent problem-solving skills
Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Intermediate finite math and analytical skills
Intermediate proficiency in G-Suite
Familiar with standard manufacturing concepts, practices, and procedures
Physical Demands
Stationary Position

• Frequently
  Move/Traverse
• Frequently
  Stationary Position/Seated
• Occasionally
  Transport/Lifting
• Frequently
  Transport/Carrying
• Frequently
  Exerting Force/Pushing
• Frequently
  Exerting Force/Pulling
• Frequently
  Ascend/Descend
• Frequently
  Balancing
• Occasionally
  Position Self/Stooping
• Frequently
  Position Self/Kneeling
• Frequently
  Position Self/Crouching
• Frequently
  Position Self/Crawling
• Frequently
  Reaching
• Constantly
  Handling
• Constantly
  Grasping
• Frequently
  Feeling
• Rarely
  Communicate/Talking
• Occasionally
  Communicate/Hearing
• Frequently
  Repetitive Motions
• Frequently
  Coordination
• Frequently
  Climbing
• Frequently
  Working Conditions
  Extreme cold
• Occasionally
  Extreme heat
• Occasionally
  Humid
• Occasionally
  Wet
• Occasionally
  Noise
• Occasionally
  Hazards
• Occasionally
  Temperature Change
• Occasionally
  Vibration
• Rarely

Travel Requirements:

May require occasional travel in connection to job duties as it relates to conferences, site visits, professional development or learning opportunities, etc. in which advance notice of travel expectations/events will be provided

How We Protect What Matters Most:

1. We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family. 2. Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood. 3. Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions. 4. Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence. 5. Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program. 6. We put diversity and inclusion into action with our Employee Resource Groups, which unite employees based on common perspectives, identities, demographic factors, or out of a desire to be an ally.
GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.
We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and GAF, Standard Logistics, SGI, and Siplast are proud to be affirmative action employers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).