The Quality Technician is responsible for inspecting, measuring, and verifying plastic injection molded products to ensure compliance with customer specifications, engineering drawings, and internal quality standards. This role performs dimensional and visual inspections using gauges and high-accuracy measurement equipment and supports production by identifying nonconformances, documenting results, and assisting with corrective actions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Inspection & Measurement

• Perform in-process, first-article, setup, and final inspections on injection molded parts
• Measure parts using high-accuracy inspection equipment, including but not limited to:
  • Digital and dial calipers
  • Micrometers
  • Height gauges
  • Pin, plug, and thread gauges
  • Optical comparator / vision system
  • CMM (where applicable)
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T symbols, specifications, and control plans
• Verify critical-to-quality (CTQ) dimensions and cosmetic requirements

2. Documentation & Reporting

• Accurately record inspection results in inspection reports, SPC charts, and quality systems
• Maintain inspection records in compliance with ISO / IATF / customer requirements
• Identify, document, and escalate nonconforming material using NCRs or deviation reports
• Support lot traceability and labeling requirements

3. Production & Quality Support

• Work closely with Process Technicians, Operators, and Supervisors to resolve quality issues
• Support root cause analysis activities (5-Why, Fishbone, basic 8D support)
• Assist with containment activities and verification of corrective actions
• Perform gauge verification and basic gauge care checks

4. Continuous Improvement & Compliance

• Follow all quality procedures, work instructions, and safety requirements
• Support audits (internal, customer, and third-party) as required
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to scrap reduction and defect prevention

1. Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (technical or quality certification preferred)
• 2+ years of experience in a quality or inspection role within plastic injection molding or manufacturing
• Experience measuring molded plastic components with tight tolerances

2. Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency using precision measuring tools and gauges
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
• Basic knowledge of SPC and statistical inspection methods
• Familiarity with quality standards such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or ISO 13485 (as applicable)

3. Soft Skills

• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong documentation and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment

4. Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and inspect parts for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs occasionally
• Work may require shift flexibility and overtime

5. Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)

• Experience with medical, automotive, or high-precision molded components
• Experience with CMM programming or advanced measurement systems
• Quality certifications (CQI, ASQ, internal auditor)