Technician I

Position: Quality Technician – Experience Preferred
Location: Franklin
Pay Rate: $26.14 per hour
Shift Requirement: Must be willing to work either 2nd shift or 3rd shift
2nd Shift Hours: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
3rd Shift Hours: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Schedule Requirement: Must be willing to work overtime, including weekends and holidays as needed.

Summary Description

While reporting to the Quality Manager, you will be responsible for problem solving to ensure the quality expectations of every customer, both internal and external, are met. This role includes measuring critical product and process variables, recording and reporting results, and using information to support continuous improvement efforts.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Collect and analyze quality-related data from production or service functions and report findings

• Measure critical dimensions and perform tests such as seals, COF, and gas chromatograms

• Support laboratory functions and production-related quality activities

• File production trace documents and maintain quality records

• Perform auxiliary production support tasks such as color standard verification

• Follow testing methods and standards that improve product quality and consistency

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives across the facility

• Actively contribute to plant quality meetings, metrics reviews, and improvement efforts

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area

• Perform duties assigned by supervisor or manager

• Support TOPPAN quality and safety policies

• Assist other departments as needed

We’d Love to Hear From You If

• You have recent relevant quality experience, preferably in manufacturing
  or

• You have a strong interest in quality and are willing to be trained

• You are reliable, proactive, and quality focused

• You have excellent written and verbal communication skills

• You can work independently and manage multiple priorities

• You demonstrate initiative and adaptability across departments

• You have working knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook

• You can analyze data and identify trends

• You are comfortable using rulers, calipers, and testing equipment

• You work well in a fast-paced team environment

• You have a high school diploma

• You can read and understand manufacturing instructions

• You can stand for long periods of time

• You can meet physical requirements including bending, lifting up to 50 lbs., stretching, stooping, and reaching

Benefits

At TOPPAN Packaging Americas, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support our employees’ overall wellbeing. Benefits may vary based on location, employment classification, or collective bargaining agreement and may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing resources

• Paid time off and holidays

• Company-paid and voluntary insurance plans including life, accident, and disability coverage

• Tuition reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer

TOPPAN Packaging Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We are committed to providing a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to contribute to their fullest potential. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and employment processes. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.