Quality Technician at MPC Plating Inc – Brooklyn, Ohio

Located in Brooklyn, Ohio, MPC Plating began as a metal plating operation and expanded into plastic plating in 1985. Today, MPC plates exclusively on plastics and operates as a full-service, one-stop job shop. We invest in world-class equipment and develop skilled teams capable of meeting the demanding specifications of customers across the Automotive, Appliance, Heavy Truck, and Medical industries.

We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off and paid holidays

Full-time Day Shift position (Monday to Friday 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM)
Shift schedule may vary based on production needs. Hours to be confirmed during the interview process.
Overtime may be required as business demands

The Quality Lab Technician supports quality testing, inspection, and process verification activities within the laboratory and production environment. This role performs visual inspections, product testing, dock audits, and documentation to ensure all products meet customer specifications and company quality standards. The position also provides timely feedback to production teams to support continuous quality improvement.

Conduct visual inspections of outgoing product using approved inspection criteria

Perform laboratory testing and record accurate results in the lab database

Inspect products for visual attributes and defects

Monitor lab equipment, inspection fixtures, retention samples, and testing materials

Support sample processing, gauging, and trial-run documentation when required

Maintain organized testing records, retention logs, and daily activity documentation

Follow all quality procedures, work instructions, and document control requirements

Perform outgoing dock audits to verify labels, packaging, counts, and part identification against customer requirements

Assist with Layered Process Audits (LPAs), including checks on operators, equipment, work instructions, gauges, racks, and process parameters

Communicate findings and quality concerns to the quality and production teams

Perform additional duties as assigned

Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal inspection instructions

Basic math skills for measurement and documentation

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in recordkeeping

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Strong communication skills and the ability to report findings clearly

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Familiarity with plated plastics, automotive components, or similar manufactured products

Experience performing inspections or quality audits in a manufacturing environment

High School Diploma or GED required

Work in both laboratory and manufacturing environments

Stand, walk, or sit depending on the task being performed

Repetitive use of hands for inspection and testing activities

Lift or move materials weighing up to 50 pounds

Stoop, kneel, climb stairs, and reach as required

Potential exposure to varying temperatures within the manufacturing environment

MPC Plating is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. If you require assistance during the application process, please contact Human Resources.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Employees may be required to perform additional tasks as business needs dictate.