Job Description

This position oversees all quality assurance activities for plastic compounding, ensuring all manufactured products meet customer requirements and ISO standards.

Key responsibilities

Quality Management System (QMS):

Implement and maintain the company's QMS in compliance with ISO 9001 (and optionally IATF 16949) standards. Lead internal and external audits and manage corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

Customer and Supplier Relations:

Serve as the main point of contact for customer quality issues and complaints. Work with the supply chain to qualify vendors and manage the quality of incoming raw materials.

Process Improvement:

Drive continuous improvement initiatives through data collection, analysis, root cause analysis, and the implementation of corrective actions.

Documentation:

Develop, review, and approve controlled documents, including quality manuals, standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and inspection plans.

Training:

Provide training to staff on quality procedures, ISO requirements, and proper use of inspection equipment.

Compounding Process:

Track products through the manufacturing process to verify that each stage, including the measurement, mixing, and blending of polymers and additives, is correct.
Quality Control Technician/Inspector (Plastics Compounding)This hands-on role is responsible for the inspection and testing of raw materials and finished compounded products.

Key responsibilities

Inspections and Testing:

Conduct visual and dimensional inspections of compounded pellets and finished products. Use scales, calipers, micrometers, and other measurement equipment to verify product specifications.

Process Monitoring:

Assist in monitoring compounding processes to identify and report quality issues or trends.

Documentation:

Accurately record inspection and test data, including weights, temperatures, and test results. Document any non-conforming materials and coordinate with the quality team.

Calibration:

Assist with the regular calibration and maintenance of inspection equipment.

Compliance:

Adhere to all safety procedures, good housekeeping standards, and quality policies.
Common qualifications and skills Regardless of the specific title, positions in quality assurance for plastics compounding typically require:

Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in plastics compounding or a related field. Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems. Proficiency with various measuring and testing tools. Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Excellent attention to detail and strong documentation abilities. Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with production and management teams.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.91 - $27.59 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location: In person