Quality Technician - Injection Molding (night shift)

GERMANTOWN, WI, US • Posted 11 hours ago • Updated 11 hours ago

Full Time

On-site

USD $20.00 - 21.00 per hour

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Skills

Thread
Dimensional Modeling
Reporting
Quality Management
Root Cause Analysis
Regulatory Compliance
Auditing
Continuous Improvement
Injection Molding
GD&T
Statistical Process Control
Inspection
ISO 9000
ISO 13485
Soft Skills
Attention To Detail
Documentation
Organizational Skills
Cross-functional Team
Manufacturing
INSPECT
CMM

Summary

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)

Compensation details: 20-21 Hourly Wage

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