AkzoNobel · 19 hours ago
Quality Control Coordinator
Reading, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$30/hr - $34/hr
5+ years expAkzoNobel is a leading company in the paints and coatings industry, dedicated to providing sustainable solutions. The QC Coordinator will coordinate customer complaint systems, perform root cause investigations, and ensure compliance with quality standards for plant certifications.
Chemical EngineeringConstructionElectronicsIndustrialIndustrial AutomationSustainability
Responsibilities
Expedites the movement of quality product through the manufacturing and QC process
Skilled at making batch adjustments to correct in-process quality
Communicates all test results and batch status to Production Supervisors and operators
Responsible for executing laboratory testing inspections to most current practices and procedures
Responsible for completion and maintenance of laboratory quality records
Assure all final products meets quality as defined by customer requirements
Skilled at formulation and manipulation of standard powder coatings technologies and product performance
Responsible for calibration, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of analytical equipment for testing of Plant materials and products
Responsible for participating in regional development and testing for laboratory test methods
Oversees NMI into the plant working with R&D
Update and report the department KPI report daily to plant team
Ensure accurate and complete recording of operating paperwork
Investigate and develop corrective action plans for continual improvement within the quality department
Supervise trial runs of new products, trouble-shoot products on line, and to report findings to Process Development or Research groups
Promotes health, safety and environmental regulations by ensuring that standards, policies, and procedures are adhered to in compliance with corporate, federal, state, and local requirements
Ensure safe work practices are followed. Identify and correct unsafe conditions and actions
Identify maintenance requirements, submit work orders and prioritize with the maintenance department
Ensure that quality procedures are accurate and adhered to by operators
Train operators on new procedures and provide refresher training on existing procedures
Responsible for specifying In Process Adjustments
Performs the on the job training of new QC technicians
Responsible for ensuring test method accuracy
Maintains Quality Management of finished product by making and recording Usage Decisions in SAP
Requires the ability to perform all QC department positions through work overflow and vacation coverage situations
Maintains and improve housekeeping standards in the laboratory. Audits compliance to 5S standards
Responsible for completing laboratory EHS checklists and inspections
Supports the current ISO quality system through adhering to the elements of and being familiar with the philosophy, quality statement, quality manual and procedures
Supports and delivers QM ALPS initiatives including use and update of metrics
Qualification
Required
High School diploma required
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Working knowledge of SAP R/3
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others
Strong organization skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills; communicates effectively with various employee groups, contractors and management
Knowledge of Company policies and procedures
Requires daily contact with employees in other departments
Ability to work Shifts
Overtime coverage is required, particularly for short-notice absences of other Shift members
May work in seated or standing positions for prolonged periods of time, performs sustained manual activities at moderate to heavy levels of exertion
May use hand tools and operate fixed and mobile plant equipment
Wears personal protective equipment
Preferred
Bachelors degree in chemistry, chemical Engineering preferred
5 years of QC lab testing preferred or experience in manufacturing plant
Research and formulation knowledge helpful
Benefits
Annual Bonus
401K retirement savings with 6% company match
Medical insurance with HSA options
Dental
Vision
Life
AD&D benefits
Generous vacation
Sick and holiday pay
Progression (pay-for-skill) pay plans
Short & Long term disability
Paid Parental leave
Career growth opportunities
Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks
Employee referral bonus
Employee appreciation days
Tuition Assistance
Company
AkzoNobel
AkzoNobel is a chemical manufacturing company that provides paints and coatings solutions and services for various projects worldwide.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2010-01-01Post Ipo Equity
1999-04-01IPO
Leadership Team
Stefan Malmsten
Director Digital Technology
Recent News
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