Quality Assurance Technician

Position Summary

The QA Technician is responsible for monitoring, inspecting, and ensuring product quality and compliance within an HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene) pipe manufacturing environment. This role requires close attention to detail, technical knowledge of testing standards, and the ability to support production teams in maintaining compliance with industry regulations.

• Perform dimensional inspections, physical property testing, and material verification on HDPE pipe products according to ASTM, AWWA, and other applicable standards.
• Monitor production processes to ensure compliance with quality specifications.
• Collect and analyze data from inline and offline testing, documenting results accurately.
• Identify and report nonconformances, assisting in root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment such as micrometers, Pi-Tapes, densimeters, burst testers, and tensile testing machines.
• Conduct visual inspections of product print lines, appearance, and overall finish quality.
• Support production teams with quality-related issues, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum product consistency.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and quality system audits.
• Perform physical labor tasks such as assisting in unloading virgin resin via the silo vacuum system, ensuring safe handling and accurate material verification.
• Maintain compliance with all safety and environmental requirements.

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or coursework in plastics, materials science, or quality systems preferred.
• Prior experience in manufacturing, plastics, or quality control strongly desired.
• Familiarity with ASTM and AWWA testing standards related to HDPE pipe manufacturing.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform physical tasks in support of production and quality operations.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

• This position operates in both laboratory and production floor settings.
• Regular exposure to manufacturing noise, machinery, and physical activity is expected.
• Shift work or overtime may be required to ensure continuous quality coverage.