Quality Inspector (Plastics Manufacturing)
About The Position
Schaefer Plastics is seeking a Quality Inspector to support product quality at its global injection molding manufacturing operation. The role inspects incoming materials, production in process, and finished products against specifications and quality standards. The inspector uses measurement tools, interprets technical documents, documents findings, controls non-conforming material, and works with other departments to address quality issues and reduce scrap or rework. The role also supports continuous improvement and may provide additional shift coverage with advance notice and supervisor approval. Other duties may be assigned by Quality Management. The posted shift schedule includes overnight shifts from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. on a 2-2-3 schedule, as well as one day shift from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Flexibility to support varying shifts and overtime as needed is required. Schaefer Plastics describes itself as a family-owned company since 1937, focused on customer care, innovative waste and packaging solutions, and responsible practices. The company says the role offers a direct impact on product quality and customer satisfaction, with potential career growth in advanced inspection, auditing, and Quality Technician paths.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- 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 using 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 is a plus.
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 check 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.
- Work with production, warehouse, shipping, and engineering teams to resolve quality issues and reduce scrap or rework.
- Support continuous improvement 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 career growth in advanced inspection, auditing, and Quality Technician career paths.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
