Quality Control Technician
About this role
Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid®, Sharpie® and Yankee Candle® - and 24,000 talented teammates around the world. Our culture is built on values in action: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, and Leadership. We work together to win, grow, and make a real impact—supported by a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you can be your best, every day.
Position Description
Position Title: Quality Control Technician
Division/Location/Product: Winchester, VA. Quality
Job Code: OPSMFIO147
Reports To: Quality Manager
Department Name/Number: Quality/ 166529050Q
Manager Approval: Quality Manager
Next Level Approval: Director, Operations
Updated: June 24, 2025
Shift: B (6AM-6PM)
Pay: The Virginia base pay rate for this position is $20.50 per hour. Salary will be based on prior experience related to the skills required for this position.
As a Quality Control Technician in the CCS Division, located in Winchester, VA you will ensure products meet the highest standards of quality by testing, sorting, sampling, and weighing raw material or processed machined, fabricated or assembled parts and by inspecting products for defects, wear, and deviations from specifications. Quality technicians help support the manufacturing process by documenting all quality issues and tracking and adjusting the inventory systems. This position requires ability to read and understand blueprints, technical drawings, and product specifications worksheets to measure and test the quality of products with little to no supervision.
Responsibilities:
• Inspect, test or measure products, installations, or work for conformance to specifications • Notify production supervisors and other personnel of production problems, and assist in identifying and correcting the issue • Examine work orders and converse with equipment operators and maintenance technicians to ascertain whether mechanical or human errors contributed to quality • Assist and facilitate rework activities • Maintain a safe and accident-free environment by adhering to safety standards and identifying safety issues and reporting them to his/her supervisor or the safety manager