Quality Inspector (Plastics Manufacturing)

SCHAEFER PLASTICS NA • Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

Schaefer Plastics is hiring a Quality Inspector to verify the quality and conformity of materials and products in its plastics manufacturing operations. The role inspects incoming materials, in-process production, and finished products, documents inspection results, and works with production and other teams to address quality issues and reduce scrap or rework. The inspector also supports continuous improvement and quality-focused decisions on the production floor.

The position works on shifts scheduled from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. on a 2-2-3 schedule, with one day shift scheduled from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Additional shift coverage may be needed with advance notice and supervisor approval. The role requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and roll up to 500 pounds.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of quality inspection or quality control experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, measurements, and technical documents.
• Experience with standard inspection and measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Strong attention to detail, documentation skills, and math and measurement ability.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel, and ability to learn digital quality systems.
• Self-motivated and dependable, with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and roll up to 500 pounds.
• Flexibility to support varying shifts and overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Quality certification preferred.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming materials, in-process production, and finished products for compliance with specifications and quality standards.
• Use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other inspection tools to verify dimensional accuracy and functional performance.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Identify, label, and control non-conforming material in designated Quality Hold areas.
• Record inspection results and test findings clearly, accurately, and completely.
• Partner with production, warehouse, shipping, and engineering teams to resolve quality issues and reduce scrap or rework.
• Support continuous improvement efforts and quality-focused decision-making on the production floor.
• Provide additional shift coverage as needed, with advance notice and supervisor approval.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Quality Management.

Benefits

• Opportunity for long-term growth in a stable, growing manufacturing organization.
• Potential career growth in advanced inspection, auditing, and Quality Technician paths.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED