Quality Assurance Inspector / Trainer – 1st Shift

ECHOorporated•Lake Zurich, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

ECHO Incorporated is seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector / Trainer to join our Molding Department. This role is crucial for ensuring the quality of injection molded components through detailed inspections, testing, and in-process quality validation. The position involves maintaining quality standards, identifying and communicating potential concerns, and assisting with the training and development of machine operators to foster a safe, efficient, and productive manufacturing environment. The role is for the 1st Shift, Monday-Friday, 6:30 am - 3:00 pm, with a pay range of $20.00 - $24.00/HR (DOE). ECHO Incorporated is an industry leader in handheld outdoor power equipment, committed to collaboration, innovation, creativity, and high-quality products.

Requirements

2+ years of manufacturing-related experience required.
Experience using a PC, tablet, or similar device to document inspections and complete clerical tasks.
Experience using small hand tools such as T-handle hex wrenches, pliers, and screwdrivers.
Must be a quick learner.
Self-motivated, with strong energy, optimism, and communication skills.
Ability to lift boxes or components weighing 50 pounds or less intermittently.
Must be able to walk, bend, twist, lift, use arms and hands consistently throughout a 9-hour shift.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in Quality Assurance field is preferred.
Band saw experience for cutting plastic parts during inspection is preferred.
Bilingual English and Spanish skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled visual inspections of parts produced on all injection molding machines.
Complete routine functional and destructive testing of safety and high-performance plastic components (e.g., fuel tanks, chainsaw handles, blower fans).
Identify potential quality concerns and communicate them to process technicians and supervision for immediate response and corrective actions.
Document all quality inspections using provided spreadsheets and quality management software.
Be proficient in running production on all machine operator assignments within the molding department.
Assist with new employee guidance and training for machine operators.
Focus on continued improvement efforts, including cross-functional training, ongoing machine operator development, and accurate communication with indirect support staff.
Work overtime as needed to cover other shifts during PTO/vacation events.