Quality Assurance Analyst

The Quality Assurance Analyst is responsible for executing both routine and non-routine inspection and testing activities to determine the acceptability of printed and laser-perforated tipping materials based on established specifications and regulatory standards. This role plays a critical part in maintaining Quality Assurance integrity throughout the manufacturing process, including raw material inspection, in-process verification, and final product release.

The position supports the release of printed materials into finished goods inventory and oversees laser preparation for shrink-wrapping compliant product. The analyst serves as a key Quality Assurance resource for production teams, ensuring product consistency, documentation accuracy, and adherence to safety and quality systems.

Location: Colonial Heights, VA
Pay Rate: $23/hour (commensurate with experience)
Shift Schedule: Rotating shifts – 7:00am–3:00pm, 3:00pm–11:00pm, 11:00pm–7:00am

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct and document laboratory and production-floor tests on printed and perforated paper products in accordance with approved test plans and Quality Assurance protocols.

• Perform detailed visual and dimensional inspections, verifying basis weight, ink weight, opacity, print registration, print-to-slit accuracy, width, and overall dimensional compliance.

• Act as a frontline Quality Assurance partner to production and supervisory teams by communicating inspection results and supporting timely resolution of quality deviations.

• Collaborate with QA Management to recommend and implement continuous improvement initiatives that enhance laboratory efficiency, data accuracy, and product consistency.

• Accurately enter, maintain, and verify test results, pallet data, and inspection records within internal business and inventory management systems.

• Review pallet release documentation for completeness and accuracy prior to authorizing shrink-wrapping and shipment.

• Approve or reject finished goods based on verified compliance with internal specifications and Quality Assurance standards.

Technical & Quality Assurance Skills

• Demonstrated expertise in Quality Assurance documentation, recordkeeping, and strict adherence to written procedures and work instructions.

• Proficiency with data entry, partial pallet closures, and printing bobbin and pallet labels within enterprise systems.

• Hands-on experience supporting QA operations in a printing or paper manufacturing environment.

• Skilled in the operation, calibration, and documentation of laboratory and inspection equipment, including:

  • Spectrophotometer, Mettler Balance, Opacimeter, Nikon CCM, Nikon VMA2520

  • Headspace Gas Chromatograph (startup, shutdown, autosampler loading, documentation)

  • Sutherland Rub Tester, Borgwaldt A-15, Comparator, Graticule, Light Booths, EDI Bar Printers

• Experience performing laser laboratory startup and shutdown procedures.

• Ability to work independently, manage shifting priorities, and meet production timelines in a regulated manufacturing environment.

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and standard office and laboratory equipment.

• Consistent compliance with PPE, safety policies, and quality system requirements.

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced manufacturing environment with intermittent periods of downtime.

• Three scheduled 30-minute breaks per shift.

• Overtime opportunities available based on production demands.

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