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Purpose Accountable for basic operation of the site's quality assurance and control program including but not limited to: assisting and supporting all safety, environmental and quality regulations, product testing and adherence to standards, targets and recipes, maintain relevant equipment and calibrations, and decision-making through basic statistical understanding. Key Responsibilities * Perform all work in accordance with safety rules and regulations and participate in facility health & safety activities as assigned * Use descriptive statistics to identify non-conforming material to site referenced standards and targets * Ensure all relevant quality requirements are consistently met according to the QA manual and plant SOPs * Ensure that non-conforming product is appropriately quarantined, identified and segregated according to standard procedures * Ensure the communication of non-conformance is clear and concise to required parties. * Disposition basic non-conforming product as allowed by site Technical Manager. * Record testing and inspection results by inputting into appropriate database or spreadsheets while identifying and responding to test results outside of product standards and targets * Verify that all product packaging and appearance standards meet site and client expectations. * Generate and analyze reports and charts * Monitor and document process parameter changes as assigned * Communicate test results and observations to operations and management to maintain process and product conformance * Monitor and record consumption and inventory of raw materials (wax, resin, etc.). * Verify quality of raw materials as required * Support preventive and unscheduled maintenance tasks. * Assist in process and product tests/trials. * Be pro-active in identifying and performing other tasks to maintain and improve safety, quality and environmental performance * Demonstrate adherence to process and product SOPs, JSAs, check sheets and other QMS documentation * Provide support to team members when a quality issue arises * Demonstrate drive and willingness to advance to higher levels of responsibility * Perform in a relief capacity for production coordinator * Perform other duties as assigned * Models company core values * Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications * Associate's Degree and two years of experience in laboratory work, quality control, or general manufacturing; or an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience * Knowledge of and ability to follow all quality and process standards * Demonstrated ability to operate a computer and supporting software, to include spreadsheet and statistical packages * Working knowledge of manufacturing equipment and production processes * Demonstrated ability to operate sample preparation and testing equipment * Knowledge of inventory management * Excellent verbal and written communication as well as interpersonal skills * Proficient math skills and statistical knowledge, including concepts * Demonstrated ability to operate a variety of material handling equipment (both hand tools and electrical/motorized equipment) * Ability to climb stairs and lift up to 50 pounds * Demonstrated ability to work while wearing a respirator and/or other safety clothing or equipment Preferred Qualifications * Associate degree in Forest Products, Engineering, Wood Science or related scientific field preferred * Three (3) years plywood, composite or engineered wood manufacturing experience