Trilogy Plastics is looking for a self-motivated, detail-oriented QA Inspector / Technician - 3rd Shift to examine plastic parts and processes for flaws or defects.

POSITION SUMMARY

The QA Inspector / Technician - 3rd Shift conducts quality checks in production facility to ensure that defined company standards are met, and product integrity is preserved

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs in-process inspections of molded parts (part size, weight, wall thickness, etc.)
• Carries out specific measurement of products using equipment/tools (gauges, scales, calipers, etc.)
• Records results on part-specific forms and reports findings to molding team
• Assists in identifying root causes and corrective actions of minor molding issues
• Follows inspection priorities set by QA Technicians and Supervisor
• Performs CNC and Finishing first part approval inspections
• Records results on part-specific forms and reports findings to CNC and Finishing teams
• Communicates nonconformance's to appropriate production, operations, or quality staff
• Performs final inspections (Dock audits)
• Records results on part-specific forms; Logs nonconformance findings in database
• Identifies and communicates nonconformance's found during final inspections
• Explains quality requirements of parts to production employees, including interpretation of set up forms, inspection plans, and customer prints
• Provides internal quality issue support
• Provides assistance for nonconforming product identification, containment, and segregation
• Identifies any gauges or measuring equipment requiring calibration or repair
• Participates in 6S compliance and audits
• Understands basic ISO procedures and practices
• Performs additional duties as required

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Competency in basic math including decimals and fractions required
• Basic computer skills; knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, Excel) required
• Entry level experience in manufacturing required; Knowledge of manufacturing environment/processes
• Entry level experience as a QA/QC Inspector required
• Experience and competency using basic measurement tools such as calipers, tape measures, and weight scales required
• Experience in plastics manufacturing preferred
• Experience with ISO compliance preferred

COMPETENCIES

• Technical capacity
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Analytical/problem solving ability
• Possesses strong sense of urgency; demonstrates great initiative
• Basic ability to read and interpret technical documents and blue prints
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  Multi-tasker ; adjusts priorities
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  Attendance : Is consistently at work; arrives on time; works entire shift
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  Dependability : Follows instructions; responds well to direction; keeps commitments
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  Accountability : Ensures all duties are taken care of; takes responsibility for own actions
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  Adaptability : Adapts to changes; is open to new ideas; adjusts plans to meet changing needs; handles pressure
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  Teamwork : Puts success of team above own interests; balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; able to build/support morale and group commitments to goals; supports everyone's efforts to succeed
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  Quality : Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; seeks out ways to improve and increase quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality
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  Quantity : Meets productivity standards; completes work in a timely manner
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  Organizational support : Follows policies and procedures; supports organization's goals and values
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  Safety : Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions/situations; uses equipment and material properly
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  Technical Skills : Assess own strengths and weaknesses realistically; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Moving mechanical parts
• Moderate noise level
• Possible exposure to fumes and airborne particles
• Warm during summer months

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, constantly-changing work environment
• Ability to stand, sit, squat, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, stretch, walk, reach, twist, bend, grasp, use hands and fingers, handle objects or controls, talk, hear
• Physically capable of accessing/moving through all areas of the plant; Agility to negotiate around moving machinery and people
• Ability to frequently lift up to 10 pounds, occasionally up to 25 pounds, and rarely up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus