Quality Lab Assistant

Quality Lab Assistant Sofidel America, a leading manufacturer of tissue products committed to sustainability and operational excellence, is seeking a Quality Lab Assistant to join our Quality team. The Quality Lab Assistant will perform duties to test raw materials, finished products, packaging & competitor products to determine conformance to material specifications. Key Responsibilities: Support Sofidel America's Good Manufacturing Practices and HACCP to promote a safe, sanitary and hygienically sound workplace. Work from approved quality standards, written and verbal orders. Test raw materials against established specifications. Test finished product against established specifications. Report results of raw materials and finished product testing to relevant personnel. Report, release and reject raw materials based on specified requirements approvals. Operate the quality testing equipment needed to perform the job. Enter test results of all teasing onto SAP and other established data collection software. Assist with training new quality technicians, and employees to recognize quality issues and how to report them. Assist with training new quality technicians in the proper operation of testing equipment and accepted quality assurance techniques. Process non-conforming raw materials and finished products and communicate to relevant personnel according to established procedures. Test competitor product according to established procedures and data entry into SAP software. Undertake routine internal calibration activities where required. Train on and use all new lab equipment and testing methods. Inspect visually all aspects of packaging to ensure quality standards are maintained. Serve as a representative of the quality team, showing others the importance of quality while setting a professional example for others. Work in and promote a true team environment where productions, quality, sales, logistics, and customer service work for the common good of the customer. Compare product testing results with customer specifications to determine conformance. Communicate specifications, product information, product changes, and quality issues to all operations, office employees, and helpers on their shift. Requirements: High School Diploma or Equivalent (required) Possess basic computer skills Experience with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions. Physical capability to work in a demanding environment, including lifting up to 50lbs, and managing temperature extremes. The ability to wear required PPE, including eye and ear protection, steel-toed shoes. Ability to work weekly rotating schedules: Monday – Friday 7:00am-3:00pm and Monday – Friday 1:30pm – 9:30pm Why Join Sofidel Tissue? Competitive compensation with growth opportunities. Comprehensive medical benefits package. Paid time off (PTO) and vacation time. 401(k) retirement plan with company match. Equal Opportunity Employer: Sofidel America is an equal opportunity employer committed to a safe and inclusive workplace.