Quality Assurance Technician

The Opportunity:

As a Quality Assurance Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and compliance of folding cartons throughout all stages of production. This position supports five key quality functions: Work in Process Auditor, Final Auditor, Sample Auditor, Finished Goods Sorting Coordinator, and Work in Process Sorter. A typical day includes auditing cartons, identifying nonconformities, documenting results, completing required samples and paperwork, and ensuring products meet customer specifications before shipment.

How You Will Impact Smurfit WestRock:

• Perform Work in Process (WIP) sorting, identifying non-conforming pallets, sorting cartons, measuring results, completing paperwork, and conducting line clearances.
• Conduct final audits by inspecting random samples, pulling customer/sales samples, completing COC documentation, and segregating any non-conforming product.
• Execute sample audits following customer specifications, including statistical sampling and completing required documentation. • Carry out Finished Goods and WIP sorting, documentation, line clearance, and staging cartons.
• Place orders on hold when non conformities are detected and follow disposition and segregation procedures.
• Support QA Manager/Lead as required and promote teamwork.
• Follow all policies, safety regulations, SQF requirements, and PPE guidelines.

What You Need to Succeed:

• 5 years manufacturing or related experience preferred; quality experience is a plus.
• Strong computer, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
• Strong mathematical/measurement ability.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Ability to pass a color blindness test.

What We Offer:

• A workplace grounded in integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
• Emphasis on safety, PPE compliance, and SQF standards.
• Opportunities for growth within a global packaging leader.
• Hands on training in quality auditing and compliance.
• Benefits Include:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance available on DAY 1!
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Company paid Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
  • Annual reimbursements for boots & Rx safety glasses
  • Company paid basic Life Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • 80 Hours of Paid Vacation
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement