Material Quality Tester

Overview

Reynolds American is evolving into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey. Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

REYNOLDS AMERICAN has an exciting opportunity for a Material Quality Tester in Winston-Salem, NC.

This position will be responsible for ensuring assigned materials perform well in Manufacturing. This role will monitor supplier’s performance, conduct reviews, develop and monitor material/vendor qualifications and develop and maintain contingency plans. This role will require interaction and collaboration with many areas of the business including but not limited to Operations, plant personnel, R&D and outside vendors.

• Monitors and addresses any material concerns that arise in any areas or shifts to maintain and enhance efficient quality driven production.
• Identifies and isolates defective materials and documents issues in the database.
• Provides guidance to manufacturing personnel for troubleshooting material complaints and collaborates with suppliers to develop timely resolutions.
• Analyzes why materials do not perform as expected and collaborates with manufacturing to drive solutions.
• Ensures suppliers meet the commitment to support successful material performance through frequent communication methods and supplier auditing.
• Lead and manage review of material performance via internal Quality audits.
• Complete required FDA regulatory training
• Be aware of the Company environmental, health & safety policies and comply with the objectives as it relates to the role
• Follow Company Safety Rules
• Know the potential health & safety risks and environmental impacts of work activities and understand role in mitigating these impacts
• Understand responsibilities for compliance with regulatory requirements and Company standards
• Complete EHS-required training and follow operational procedures
• Immediately report all injuries and illnesses
• Participate in EHS programs as required by assigned site/role (e.g., PULSAR safety observation program, Safety Triggers)

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Work Keys Assessments:
  Applied Math (Level
  3), Workplace Documents (Level
  3), Graphic Literacy (Level
  3).
• Systems – MES, SAP, LIMS, VIDES, Pilgrim, MS Office Applications, SharePoint, Excel, etc
• Knowledge of material and machine interaction.
• Knowledge of Specification and Manufacturing systems.
• Demonstrated willingness and ability to learn and perform various duties.
• Demonstrated understanding of computer applications, systems and programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of standard Quality guidelines and procedures.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• General knowledge of TPMP requirements (Nice to have)
• Experience with LIMS, VIDES, SAP, MES, and Pilgrim. (Nice to Have)
• Must be able to navigate work areas to include:
  Rework, Make/Pack, and other areas of the Tobaccoville facility.
• Ability to lift/position materials up to 40lbs.

• Your journey with us is not limited by boundaries; it is propelled by your aspirations. Join us at Reynolds American and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression is not just a statement – it is a reality, we are eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You will have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills.
• We prioritize continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes.

Our organization offers a level of challenge, responsibility, and creativity for motivated employees who want to grow their careers. We are also committed to valuing different perspectives, experiences, and talents to improve the company's potential for optimally achieving its business objectives!

Reynolds American Inc. and its affiliated companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. Only applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us directly via email at