QA Inspector Swing shift 3:15pm-11:45pm

Seaway Plastics•Santa Rosa, CA

77d•$20 - $25

About The Position

The QA Inspector performs floor quality assurance and final audit activities in a manufacturing environment. The role supports production start-ups, inspects first pieces and in-process samples, manages job-related part samples, documents nonconforming products, and ensures QA records are complete and accurate. It also performs AQL final and receiving inspections, verifies material certifications, and prepares customer-required Certificates of Compliance. The position provides quality support to production personnel and assists with floor and secondary final inspections when workload permits or coverage is needed.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience in a quality assurance or inspection role in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and consistently complete required duties.
Self-starter with the ability to motivate others.
Ability to make decisions when required.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Experience with good manufacturing practices and quality initiatives and programs.
Some experience with QMS systems, including ISO 9001, ISO 13485, or AS9100.
Ability to develop and maintain a team-oriented work environment.
Strong working knowledge of injection molding processes.
Ability to frequently lift boxes weighing up to 30 lbs.
Excellent attention to detail.
Ability to maintain a consistent pace in a fast-moving production environment.
Experience with computers and software such as Microsoft Office or inspection-related software.
Experience interpreting engineering part drawings, including geometry, dimensions and tolerances, drawing views, and requirements.
Proficient use of handheld measuring instruments; experience with micrometers, height gauges, calipers, indicators, and optical comparators.
Knowledge and interpretation skills regarding Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance principles.
Working knowledge of inspection techniques and testing procedures.

Responsibilities

Create inspection record templates and prepare samples, quality alerts, and required documents for upcoming jobs according to the production schedule and QMS procedures.
Support job start-ups and perform timely first-piece inspections and approvals.
Perform in-process sample inspections according to inspection plans and record results.
Manage job-related part samples, including pulling, creating, and returning them to storage.
Document nonconforming products by opening NCRs according to QMS procedures.
Answer production operators’ and team members’ questions related to product quality.
Ensure floor QA documentation is complete and accurate throughout production.
Support customer-specified SPC as required.
Perform AQL final sample inspections according to inspection plans and QMS procedures.
Perform AQL receiving inspections for items used in manufacturing products.
Verify incoming manufacturing items have certifications and ensure certifications are scanned and associated for retrieval.
Prepare and supply Certificates of Compliance and supporting material certifications or inspection data according to customer requirements.
Ensure final and receiving inspection records are complete and accurate according to QMS procedures.
Assist with floor inspections when workload permits or floor inspection team members are absent.
Assist with secondary final inspections when workload permits or team members are absent.

Benefits

PTO annually (amount not specified).
40 hours of sick time per calendar year.
Paid holidays: New Year’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Accidental injury, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage.
401(k) with employer match.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Pet insurance.
Tuition reimbursement.
Gym reimbursement.