QC Packaging Technician

Hunter Amenities is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of Personal Care Amenities with 40 years of experience in the global market. We are a highly entrepreneurial, professional, and driven organization that believes in teamwork, professional ethics, and outstanding service. Hunter is proud to be a Platinum level member of the “Best Managed Companies” program in Canada. The Opportunity: The QC Packaging Technician supports Quality Control activities by inspecting, measuring and testing primary, secondary and tertiary packaging components used for cosmetic and personal care products. Under the direction of the QC/QA Manager or a qualified designate, the incumbent verifies conformance to approved specifications, drawings, standards, test methods and samples; accurately records results; and promptly reports discrepancies to support product quality, packaging functionality and regulatory compliance. Reason for Vacancy: This is incremental headcount role that has been added to support the growth of the team. Compensation: The target salary range for this position is $40,000 to $45,000 annually, Final compensation will be determined based on the successful candidates' experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and market considerations. Key Duties & Responsibilities: Receives, identifies, samples and prepares packaging components in accordance with approved procedures and sampling plans. Performs visual, dimensional and functional testing of primary, secondary and tertiary packaging against approved specifications, drawings, test methods and samples. Conducts assigned tests, including appearance, artwork, dimensions, fit, capacity, leakage, torque, dispensing, adhesion, scuff, drop and compatibility checks. Supports incoming inspection, line trials, first-off approvals, in-process checks and finished-product packaging evaluations. Compares results with acceptance criteria and promptly escalates defects, atypical results and non-conforming materials; releases or rejects materials only when formally authorized. Completes test records, reports and equipment logs accurately in accordance with Good Documentation Practices and data-integrity requirements. Supports non-conformance, deviation and laboratory investigations by providing test data, samples and factual observations. Maintains packaging standards, retained samples, laboratory equipment and the work area in an identified, orderly and safe condition. Operates equipment only after training, performs required checks and reports damage, calibration concerns or abnormal operation. Collaborates with Quality, Packaging Development, Production, Warehouse and Procurement on packaging samples, specifications and testing requirements. Follows applicable SOPs, cosmetic GMP, laboratory, safety, regulatory and customer requirements, and performs other trained duties as assigned. Qualifications & Experience: College diploma or certificate in packaging technology, quality, laboratory science, engineering technology, manufacturing, materials science or a related discipline; an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered. Up to two years of experience in packaging inspection, quality control, manufacturing or a laboratory environment is preferred; cosmetic, personal care, pharmaceutical, food or other regulated manufacturing experience is an asset. Basic knowledge of packaging components, common defects, measurement techniques and specification-based inspection is preferred. Ability to read and follow specifications, technical drawings, approved samples, SOPs, test methods and written work instructions. Basic experience with measuring or test equipment such as callipers, micrometres, balances, torque testers, compression or force gauges, leak-testing devices and colour-assessment tools is an asset. Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word, with the ability to enter data accurately and maintain organized electronic records. St…

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