Material & Quality Specialist

Join the IPG Team!

Are you ready to elevate your career? At IPG, we are more than just a global leader in packaging and protective solutions—we are a community that values safety, people, passion, integrity, performance, and teamwork. From tapes and films to packaging and protective products, as well as engineered coated materials and advanced packaging machinery, we develop innovative solutions that protect the world. Now, we are expanding our global team and looking for talented individuals like you!

Position Description

Title:                                  Quality Control Specialist

Department:                      Operations

Immediate Supervisor:    Manufacturing Supervisor

Status:                               Non-Exempt, Hourly-Professional                              

Principle Accountabilities

·       Coordinates, maintains, and expedites the flow of materials, parts, and assemblies within or between all departments of industrial plant to ensure smooth production operations and customer satisfaction

·       Review production schedule to confirm priorities and determine material requirements.

·       Performs analyses and tests of raw materials, and/or finished products from manufacturing, to ensure quality standards and compliance to engineering drawings, and tolerance specifications are met.

·       Communicate about quality with supervisors, managers, and engineers verbally and through written documents following proper processes

·       Evaluate and enter material allocations, identify status of work orders, and requisition material according to job priorities and material availability.

·       Communicate material priorities to stockroom as necessary and work closely with logistics personnel to ensure uninterrupted flow of materials.

·       Assist in managing the shortest possible material kitting time using configuration, material transfers, substitutions and other alternate solutions.

·       Examine material to verify conformance to specifications.

·       Verify material and documentation of all work orders both before acceptance and release of material to production.

·       Move or transport material from one department to another.

·       Support material requirements of technicians, mechanics, and test cell operators in assigned area of responsibility.

·       Maintain records of status and location of material and work orders while positioned in assigned work area.

·       Assist in the construction and execution of the monthly schedule in assigned work area.

·       Contribute to daily kitting meetings by discussing last minute items with internal suppliers to ensure ability to kit.

·       Confer with production personnel to resolve problems affecting production schedules.

·       Propose changes to the process and procedures to improve efficiencies, on-time delivery performance, and customer satisfaction (both internal and external).

Essential Skills and Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 3+ years in manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions effectively.
• Excellent attention to detail
• Exposure to technical drawings, inspection or measurement advantageous but not essential
• Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Experience with an ERP System preferred.
• Must have good math and counting skills

Physical Requirements

• The employee may be required to stand, walk, push, pull, reach overhead, and bend to the floor.
• Able to stand and bend for long periods of time in a warehouse environment.
• Exert up to 40 pounds of force occasionally, and/or exert up to 10 pounds of force frequently.
• Visual Acuity – Normal requirements for reading written instructions and computer screens
• Hearing Ability – Normal requirements for understanding verbal instructions.
• Working Conditions – The employee is subject to a normal office environment with occasional exposure to high noise levels and/or physical hazards when visiting manufacturing floor.
• Capable of wearing appropriate related PPE for extended periods of time.

Why Choose IPG?

At IPG, you will find more than just a job—you will find a place where your success is our success. We pride ourselves on a culture built around strong relationships, where every team member plays a crucial role in our growth. Whether it is through cross-department collaboration, continuous training, or sustainability-driven initiatives, we create an environment where you can thrive.

Our commitment to sustainability influences everything we do, from designing eco-friendly products to minimizing waste in our production processes. We are dedicated to building a greener future while providing safe, supportive workplaces for our people.

With over 40 years of industry expertise and a proven track record of growth and innovation, IPG offers a stable, secure environment where you can flourish!

We offer competitive pay, extensive benefits that support you and your family, and exciting career development opportunities. Whether you are looking to enhance your skills or advance your career, we offer ongoing training and the support you need to succeed. Think big, dream bigger, and make an impact with IPG.

You belong here. Join us today!