Quality Engineer

Plastipak•Champaign, IL

10d•$55,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

As a Quality Engineer, you ensure the highest quality products/rigid plastic containers are produced at Plastipak's Champaign, IL site. You play an integral role is assuring customer satisfaction by measuring processes, verifying requirements are met, analyzing data, educating Associates and leading continuous improvement activities within the facility. You Will Analyze statistical process control data to understand process variation, initiate corrective actions when necessary and follow through to validate implementation. Utilize statistical and analytical tools, as well as sample procedures, to measure process and product specification conformance and validate process conformance is maintained. Visit customer facilities to conduct health check meetings and maintain positive customer relationships. Develop and deliver training on quality control to Associates. Participate in cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives. You Have Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred. 1 year of experience working in a manufacturing environment; through full-time, internship, or co-op experience. Strong understanding of basic SPC (Statistical Process Control) analysis. Capability to interpret control charts (i.e. histograms, Pareto charts, X-MR, X-Bar/R charts, etc.). Ability to lead cross-functional teams in root cause investigations and continuous improvement activities You’ll Earn $55,000 – 65,000 annually, based on skills, experience, education, and qualifications! Associates degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following: Wellness Programs Health Insurance Coverage, including Medical, Dental & Vision EAP, Employee Assistance Program Life Insurance Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Disability Insurance: Short-Term & Long-Term Accidental Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Hospital Indemnity Insurance 401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing feature Paid Time Off - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increases Paid Company Holidays Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Caregiving via Care.com Pet Insurance Tuition Assistance Program Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program Travel Assistance Employee Discount Programs Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer In order to process your job application, Plastipak collects and stores the personal information that you submit via this website. Please refer to Plastipak’s Privacy Policy to understand how Plastipak uses and protects the information that you provide. Plastipak is a global leader in sustainable packaging and recycling solutions. Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, Plastipak operates over 60 sites around the globe with more than 6,000 employees. At Plastipak, we're proud of the work we do, the products we make, and the people who make it all possible. We're family-owned, and we put our people first. You may come to Plastipak looking for a job, but you'll stay because you'll find a career. Plastipak is a place where you can build a future you feel good about. Plastipak.com

Requirements

Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
1 year of experience working in a manufacturing environment; through full-time, internship, or co-op experience.
Strong understanding of basic SPC (Statistical Process Control) analysis.
Capability to interpret control charts (i.e. histograms, Pareto charts, X-MR, X-Bar/R charts, etc.).
Ability to lead cross-functional teams in root cause investigations and continuous improvement activities

Responsibilities

Analyze statistical process control data to understand process variation, initiate corrective actions when necessary and follow through to validate implementation.
Utilize statistical and analytical tools, as well as sample procedures, to measure process and product specification conformance and validate process conformance is maintained.
Visit customer facilities to conduct health check meetings and maintain positive customer relationships.
Develop and deliver training on quality control to Associates.
Participate in cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives.