Minerals Technologies Inc. is a global, technology-driven specialty minerals company that develops, produces, and markets a wide range of minerals and mineral-based products and services.

Our products are an essential part of everyday life for millions of people around the world. They are used in consumer goods in paper and packaging, food and pharmaceuticals, household and personal care, pet care, automotives, and many more, as well as in industrial settings like steelmaking, metalcasting, construction, infrastructure, and wastewater remediation.

We are listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol MTX, headquartered in New York City, and have over 150 locations worldwide, with ~4,000 employees in 34 countries and 12 R&D centers.

We put people at the center of everything we do -- working safely, communicating openly, and managing our resources and businesses responsibly.

Job Summary

This position reporting to QA Supervisor or designate is responsible for working in the production area and quality laboratory to ensure full compliance with specifications, processing controls and manufacturing quality product as per customer requirements.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Finished Product Quality Inspections to ensure compliance with product specifications by conducting tests to check for density, clump strength, particle size analysis, moisture, dust, and odor
• Sample collection from the processing points for testing which includes finish product, work in process, and ingredients
• Adhere to product hold, rework and scrap procedures including placing questionable product on hold, discarding bad product, placement of positive release products on hold, keeping track of hold/rework/scrap inventory.
• Input daily information on scrap material and communicate to management for inventory adjustment
• Input supplier non-conformances for identified issues on the production floor, while receiving or storage.
• Provide individual or group training to production employees on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), product specifications, SPC, production controls, formulas, visual quality inspection criteria, GMPs, and assist in development of SOPs
• Assist in preparation for internal and external customer audits
• In-Process Production Process Monitoring of all the operational areas which includes hourly line inspections for date codes, weight checks, integrity of packaging material, ingredient addition system, inspection of raw materials (limestone, ingredients, and clay)
• Adhere paperwork processes and document management system, ensuring daily results are input into excel for trending and tracking.
• Adhere to all applicable job procedures as outlined in SOP manual
• Adhere to GMPs and Health and Safety rules as outlined by the company standards
• Participate in projects such as 5S, Safety and continuous improvements in the plant
• Understanding of operational excellence tools and usage as per plant requirements
• Other duties as assigned

OE/Lean

• Acts as resource and champion for department continuous improvement activities

Requirements

The requirements listed in the sections that follow are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required to perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions (primary duties) of the job.

Education & Experience:

• Minimum bachelor’s degree or diploma in science or related field
• 2+ years of Quality Assurance process experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge of Safety and GMP programs and procedures
• Proficient in Microsoft Office along with excellent analysis, problem assessment, problem solving, attention to detail, and leadership required
• Respectful, deal with integrity and cooperative demeanor
• Good oral and written English skills
• Team player, highly motivated and takes initiative
• Must be willing to be a hands-on performer and spend at least 80% of the time on the production floor

Working Conditions:

• Warehouse/manufacturing environment

Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Most of the work in the plant requires employees to stand on their feet for the duration of their shift
• Physical demands may also include reaching, bending, walking, lifting (up to a maximum of 50lbs) and performing repetitive actions

Artificial Intelligence in the Hiring Process

We use technology, including artificial intelligence (AI)–enabled tools, to support certain aspects of our recruitment and selection process. These tools may assist with tasks such as reviewing applications, identifying candidates whose qualifications align with the role, scheduling interviews, or improving the overall efficiency and consistency of our hiring process.

AI tools do not make final hiring decisions. All employment decisions are reviewed and confirmed by qualified human decision‑makers.

We are committed to using AI responsibly and in accordance with applicable laws in Ontario and Canada, including privacy, human rights, and accessibility legislation. We take reasonable measures to ensure that AI tools are used in a fair, transparent, and non‑discriminatory manner.

If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, or if you have questions about the use of AI in recruitment, please contact us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Reason for Posting:
replacement