2nd Shift Quality Technician, 2PM-10:30PM

KOST USA, a member of the Recochem family, has been in business since 1985. KOST USA is a leading producer of antifreeze and functional fluids in the United States. While Recochem is a Canadian based organization, KOST USA is located out of Cincinnati, OH.


Together with KOST, Recochem is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations. Recochem supports a diverse line of solutions including coolant/antifreeze, EV thermal fluids, performance fluids, diesel exhaust fluid, windshield washer fluids, car care, rust preventatives, household solvents & winterizing solutions.


Recochem excels at turning consumer insights into innovation while driving In-depth category expertise and building power brands that align to consumer preference. Our innovative solutions are backed by R&D expertise and next-level education. Our progressive supply chain is unmatched, with 16 manufacturing facilities across the globe.


KOST USA is looking for a 2nd Shift Quality Technician to join our team! We are looking for a self-motivated, professional, and organized individual who enjoys detailed work and a fast-paced environment.
As a Quality Technician, your focus is to drive improvement by taking action to prevent external non-conformances and sustain improvements by auditing and reporting results.
In this position, you will be responsible for:
• First case inspections - act as an independent observer to assure correct packaging set up across 3 production lines.
• In-process packaging line inspections - conduct one inspection each hour to assure there have been no changes since the first check approval and to assure the production team is capturing and documenting scrap data for daily analysis and reporting.
• Daily collection of scrap/ line defect data for reporting % scrap and total quality performance of the production line.
• Compiling quality data into charts and graphs using Microsoft Excel.
• Accurately compiling statistical data within Microsoft Excel.
• Defining quality problems and report all issues with processes or product to management for analysis and disposition.
• Inbound and outbound documented inspections - inspect any supplier product that we have experienced quality issues in the past or need to verify Corrective Action. Conduct inspections of outbound product shipments to customers that may need Corrective Action verification.
• Verifying the effectiveness of all internal/ external Corrective Actions resulting from Non-Conformances and close out in business system.
• Internal ISO Quality Management system auditor, create and revise quality documents as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.
Required Experience:
• High school diploma required.
• Associate's degree in applied science or an Industrial Science field is a plus.
• 2 years of experience in a Quality related role.
• A keen attention to detail, ability to work quickly and accurately, and the ability to follow directions carefully is required.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Outlook.


What we have to offer:
• Competitive pay!
• Opportunities for advancement – we prioritize promoting from within
• Generous 401k match up to 3.5%
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• PTO + up to 10 paid holidays

Pre-employment background (criminal and drug) check required.
KOST USA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer of Minorities, Females, Veterans, and Disabled individuals.