Quality Assurance Technician - Molding (P2)

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Job Summary
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Quality Assurance Technician! This role will be based out of our new Injection Molding plant located in Pineville, NC. Reporting to Quality Assurance Supervisor, Quality Assurance Technician will be responsible for the inspection of all products manufactured in all departments and operate all related testing equipment. These activities are to be conducted while ensuring and maximizing safety, product quality, production output, housekeeping, and cost control to achieve plant goals.
Position Offers

• 8 paid holidays every calendar year
• Plant annual bonus program
• 12-hour rotating shift! (Working 4 on 4 off; 84 hours bi-weekly) with bi-weekly pay
• The position is a Full-Time, Permanent Position with Comprehensive Benefits
• Pay Range- $22.44-$25.70 Per Hour

Key Responsibilities

• Comfortable with using IsoVision or similar systems to access documentation and issue NCRs. Ability to use Hydra MES to enter test data.
• Accurately use hand-held measuring equipment such as micrometers, pi-tapes, CMM, gages and tape measures per work instruction/training.
• Assist all third-party agencies during audits.
• Maintain accurate and legible records.
• Make new programs on the CMM.
• In conjunction with or under the direction of the department manager, suggest and develop improvements to test procedures and equipment to improve department efficiency.
• Perform all specialized testing and inspection such as but may not be limited to burst testing, impact testing, cement fitting testing or similar per instruction/training. Compliance of all special testing to the Quality Manual.
• General knowledge of all QC tagging procedures, documents for inspection and testing.
• Operate color meter, moisture analyzer or similar per instruction/training.
• Able to read, generate, submit, print, or communicate different records and reports including test results, measurement results, FSA approval/non-approval, Non-Conformance Report (NCR), Mold Modification Request (MMR) and parts standards.

Requirements

• Successful candidate must complete a background check and drug screening.
• Must have own safety boots and preferably own basic hand tools to include use of measurement tools- Micrometers, calipers, pi tape, tape measure.
• Must be eager to learn, self-motivated to work independently and have good computer, written and verbal communication skills
• Preferably own basic hand tools to include use of measurement tools- Micrometers, calipers, pi tape, tape measure.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• High School diploma or certificate of completion is preferred
• 3 years of experience in a Manufacturing Quality Assurance.

Working Conditions

• Requires a high degree of mobility and involves considerable routine walking, standing for long periods, reaching, twisting, bending, climbing, and lifting to 50-75 lbs.
• Personal safety is affected by exposure to heat or cold, dust, noise levels and the use of sharp tools.
• Fast-paced environment where a considerable amount of sensory attention is required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package and enrollment in our company's 401K plan with company matching up to 5%.
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision coverage options
• Basic safety equipment (i.e., safety glasses, ear plugs) will be provided
• Relocation may be available

IPEX is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that considers the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs. To request an accommodation, please contact HR at [email protected]