Quality Control Technician

At GF we see our company as a forward-thinking leader in our field. Since 1802 we have been embracing innovations and sustainable solutions of the highest quality that add value to peoples lives around the globe.

Join us to be part of a forward-thinking people-centered company where your ideas and contributions truly matter.

This is your opportunity to make a real impact in a collaborative international environment.

• Support the established Quality policy
• Fulfills role as required in the documented quality system manual directives and work instructions.
• Select products and prepare samples for tests at specified stages in production process and test products for variety of qualities such as dimensions performance and mechanical or chemical characteristics per required standards.
• Set up and perform destructive and nondestructive tests on materials parts or products to measure performance life and/or material characteristics per required standards.
• Assure 100% compliance to all standards including but not limited to ASTM NSF UL etc.
• Record test data applying statistical quality control procedures.
• Evaluate data and complete reports to validate or indicate deviations from existing standards.
• Raise concerns to management when quality concerns arise.
• Support operators in finding solutions to quality problems.
• Recommend modifications of existing quality or production standards to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability.
• Prepare graphs or charts of data and/or enter data into computer for analysis.
• Lift and move heavy items as required.
• Operate lift truck as required.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follow safety policies and procedures.

Knowledge & Skill Requirements:

This position should possess the following skills/knowledge:

• High school graduate GED or equivalent
• Excellent communication skills required
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read and write English clearly and concisely.
• Must have an eye for detail to ensure accuracy
• Must display a positive and professional demeanor.
• Computer proficient especially with Excel and Word. SAP experience desired.
• Must have the ability to work overtime and weekends when needed

Core Values:

• Proactive
• Strong Work Ethic
• Respect for People
• Market focus/ Customer oriented

• Excellence in Service
• Growth oriented
• Dynamic

Core and Critical Competencies:

The following competencies in which all employees shall have a satisfactory level of skills:

• Interpersonal Skills
• Customer Focus
• Team oriented
• Problem Solving Skills
• Performing Under Pressure

• Focus on Ethics
• Continuous Quality Improvement
• Project Management

Technical Skills:

• Data gathering and analysis
• Applied Mathematics
• Gauges and Measuring Instrument Operation
• ASTM and GFS Test Methods

Physical Requirements:

• Walking frequently 4-5 hrs
• Standing 2 hrs
• Climbing occasionally
• Squatting/Stooping Rarely
• Reaching occasionally

• Lifting - up to 40# frequently
• Lifting 50# to 75# with assisted apparatus (overhead crane/forklift)

Safety Requirements:

• The employee is responsible to comply with all company and government safety regulations and procedures.
• Must wear proper PPE

Please submit your application via the Apply button.