Quality Engineer- Plastics- Naugatuck, CT

The Quality Engineer (Plastics) will be responsible for interfacing with customers to address product quality concerns, leading root cause analysis, implementing corrective actions, conducting quality audits, and ensuring compliance with ISO quality management systems. It requires expertise in plastic injection molding, metrology, process validation, statistical analysis, and quality assurance methodologies in Naugatuck, CT.

Client Details

My client is a leading manufacturer specializing in precision plastic molding for industries with strict quality requirements in Naugatuck, CT. They offer end-to-end solutions, from prototyping to full-scale production, leveraging advanced injection molding technology and rigorous quality assurance processes.

Serving sectors like medical, aerospace, and industrial applications, they focus on mold qualification, process validation, and precision metrology. With a commitment to innovation, automation, and continuous improvement, they ensure high-quality, reliable components for their customers.

Description

The Quality Engineer (Plastics) will:

• Serve as the primary interface with customers regarding product quality concerns and data requirements.
• Investigate and validate customer product return requests.
• Lead root cause analysis, corrective actions, and effectiveness verification.
• Develop, implement, and test product measurement methods and quality records.
• Analyze product quality performance using statistical tools and process capability studies.
• Support tool qualification, part approval, and process validation activities, including first article inspection and PPAP documentation.
• Conduct Gage R&R studies, shrink studies, and PFMEA activities.
• Perform and lead internal audits for ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 compliance.
• Assist in developing and maintaining ISO quality management system documentation.
• Oversee special projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide backup support for the Quality Manager as needed.
• Ensure compliance with metrology standards, measurement equipment calibration, and quality control processes at the Naugatuck, CT facility.

Profile

The Quality Engineer (Plastics) will have:

• Strong knowledge of plastic injection molding processes and part qualification.
• Ability to read and interpret complex part prints and geometric tolerancing (ASME Y14.5 1994 & 2009).
• Experience with metrology, precision measurement tools, and fixturing methods.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis, SPC/SQC tools, and process capability studies.
• Familiarity with mold qualification, process validation, and PPAP documentation.
• Understanding of root cause analysis, corrective actions, and quality improvement processes.
• Experience conducting Gage R&R studies, shrink studies, and PFMEA activities.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 quality management systems, including internal auditing.
• Proficiency with quality management software, databases, spreadsheets, and CAD/CAM systems.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Experience with measurement equipment calibration and quality control processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and customer interactions.

If qualified, please apply through the link below. Qualified applicants will be contacted within 24 business hours.

Job Offer

• Opportunity to work with a leading manufacturer in precision plastic molding.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on quality and innovation.
• Hands-on involvement in process improvement, quality assurance, and advanced manufacturing techniques.
• Exposure to diverse industries, including medical, aerospace, and industrial applications.
• Professional development opportunities, including training in quality systems and methodologies.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Career growth potential within a well-established organization.
• Engagement in cross-functional projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Salary : $75,000 - $95,000