Plastic Manufacturing Quality Lead

We are seeking an experienced Senior Quality Control Analyst to join our team at Advanced Plastic Corp. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the quality control processes and ensuring that all plastic products meet both industry standards and customer specifications.

Responsibilities:

• Testing and Inspection: Perform comprehensive testing and inspection of plastic products, including raw materials, in-process components, and finished goods, using established protocols and standards.
• Root Cause Analysis: Analyze product defects and identify root causes using quality tools such as statistical process control (SPC), Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA), and other methodologies.
• Quality Control Procedures: Develop and implement quality control procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices (e.g., ISO 9001, ASTM standards).
• Equipment Maintenance: Ensure the calibration and maintenance of testing equipment and instruments.
• Documentation: Document all quality control activities, including inspection reports, test results, and corrective actions.
• Production Support: Review production schedules and collaborate with the production team to ensure timely and efficient testing of materials and products.
• Training and Development: Develop and conduct training programs for junior QC staff and production personnel on quality standards, inspection techniques, and defect prevention.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and provide input for product design, process improvements, and new product development.
• Performance Metrics: Monitor and report on quality performance metrics to management and assist in the preparation of quality audits.
• Continuous Improvement: Lead root cause analysis investigations and develop corrective actions to address non-conformities and reduce defects in production processes.

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Material Science, or related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in quality control within the plastic manufacturing industry.
• Knowledge: Strong knowledge of plastic manufacturing processes, including injection molding, extrusion, blow molding, or thermoforming.
• Skills: Hands-on experience with quality control testing methods for plastic materials, such as tensile strength testing, melt flow index (MFI), density, and dimensional measurements.
• Standards: Familiarity with industry standards and certifications (ISO 9001, ASTM, etc.).
• Software: Proficiency with quality management software and statistical analysis tools.
• Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with teams across all departments.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Opportunities for Career Growth
• Innovative Work Environment