Quality Control Inspector in Plastic Injection Molding

Position is Contract to Hire.  

The primary role of the Quality Control Inspector is to inspect plastic injection molded parts using hand inspection tools, optical comparator equipment and Smart Scope. Quality Control Inspectors perform all aspects of inspection activities. They ensure raw material, in-process, final finished products, and/or molded parts conform to customer drawing’s requirements, including certifications and any other required documentation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following and other duties may

be assigned. In addition, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility at a

3 level or higher (range 1 to 5 level) to be considered performing satisfactory in the position:

1. Set up and run inspection machines and equipment.

2. Work with Quality, Manufacturing and Engineering team to solve problems in manufacturing of

out of tolerance parts

3. Create & maintain documents outlining step-by-step processes they followed for inspection

tasks for specific jobs.

4. Reading and understand drawings, specifications and other documentation

5. Writing and maintaining inspection logs

6. Conduct physical inspection of product with gauging such as: Thread gages, plug gages, pin

gages, functional gages.

7. Perform visual and/or cosmetic inspection of product following applicable procedure(s) using

appropriate light sources.

8. Perform functional and destructive testing using Instron Tensile/compression tester or similar

9. Monitor equipment to ensure proper operation and escalate any equipment-related issues

10. Communicate potential nonconforming situations to Quality Engineering and Quality

Management.

11. Quarantine non-conforming or potential non-conforming parts or materials and complete

necessary reports

12. Complete First Article Inspections as well as receiving, in-process, and final and packaging

inspections against customer requirements with minimal supervision

13. Inspect customer-returned parts

14. Under guidance, perform first piece inspections to support production and perform internal

manufactured first articles.

15. Support quality and compliance by adhering to all procedures, work instructions, and forms per

the Quality Management Systems (QMS).

16. Participate in investigations of CARs or NCRs

17. Work as Directed

QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to read & understand drawing/prints

Have Geometric and drawing dimension comprehension training or certification is a plus

Requires a minimum of 5 years’ experience in Quality Control

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Excellent communication skills, both verbally & written (bi-lingual helpful but not

necessary

Self-starter & self-learner

Work effectively under pressure & maintain a positive attitude

Be able to be a team player.

Strong communication skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with team members.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

The ability to work and communicate within a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.

The ability to maintain detailed, up to date records of all part & mold inspection processes

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Degree in a technical discipline and/or equivalent work experience as determined by examples of past successes in a manufacturing environment.

The preferred candidate will have OGP Smart Scope experience or equivalent

Experience in Plastic Injection Molding Manufacturing, or related industry is preferred