Quality Control Inspector

Manufacturing
  • Connecticut
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    We are seeking sharp, detail-oriented Quality Control Inspectors to oversee our plastic extrusion and molding processes. In this role, you will be the final line of defense, ensuring every product leaving our facility meets the high standards our customers expect. We are primarily looking for 1st-shift talent but have openings across all shifts for the right candidates.

    Whats In It For You?

    • Highly Competitive Pay: Starting at $20–$25/hr, with flexibility for highly experienced inspectors.
    • Shift Flexibility: Positions available across 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts to fit your lifestyle.
    • Premium Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
    • Bonus Potential: Eligibility for our incentive recognition bonus program.
    • Career Advancement: We invest in you! Access technical training and development to earn specialized certifications.
    • Stable Environment: Work in a structured, safety-first manufacturing facility.

    Responsibilities Include

    • Product Inspection: Conduct thorough visual and physical inspections of plastic parts to identify defects, warping, or surface imperfections.
    • Testing & Measurement: Use precision instruments (calipers, micrometers, and gauges) to verify that products meet exact blueprints and tolerances.
    • Reporting: Maintain detailed digital and written logs of inspection results, documenting pass/fail rates and specific non-conformities.
    • Root Cause Analysis: Collaborate with the production team to identify why a part failed and help implement solutions to prevent future defects.
    • Compliance: Ensure all production activities adhere to ISO standards and internal safety protocols.
    • Material Handling: Periodically move or lift product batches for sampling and verification.

    Skills & Qualifications

    • Unwavering Attention to Detail: The ability to spot minute inconsistencies that others might miss.
    • Physical Capability: Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and remain active on the production floor throughout the shift.
    • Technical Literacy: * Ability to read and interpret complex technical drawings and blueprints.

      • Experience using precision measurement tools ($e.g.$, calipers, height gauges, scales).
      • Basic computer skills for data entry and quality reporting.
    • Strong Communication: Ability to clearly explain quality issues to machine operators and supervisors.
    • Experience: Previous QC experience in a plastics or manufacturing environment is highly preferred, but we will train candidates with a strong mechanical background.
    • Critical Thinking: A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

    Competitive Pay: Compensation is determined by candidate experience, education, certifications, and specific job-related skills. $20-$25 doe/hr

    Comprehensive Benefits: Includes premium health insurance (medical, dental, vision) and eligibility for an incentive recognition bonus program. Access to training and development to expand your technical certifications.

    Apply Today! Ready to take the next step in your manufacturing career? Join a team that values technical expertise!

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationConnecticut

    Skills

    • Blueprintsunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Computer Skillsunmatched
    • Data Entryunmatched
    • Debugging Skillsunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Electronic Measuring Toolsunmatched
    • Extrusionunmatched
    • ISO (International Organization for Standardization)unmatched
    • Insuranceunmatched
    • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
    • Literacyunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Molding Processesunmatched
    • Plastics Manufacturingunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Quality Controlunmatched
    • Root Cause Analysisunmatched
    • Technical Drawingunmatched
    • Training/Teachingunmatched

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