Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer – Plastic Injection Molding About the Job

We are seeking a hands-on Quality Engineer with experience in plastic injection molding to take ownership of quality performance and drive measurable improvements across manufacturing operations.

This is an active quality role for someone who can challenge the status quo, resolve complex quality issues, strengthen processes, and ensure products consistently meet customer expectations and applicable quality standards.

• Position: Quality Engineer – Plastic Injection Molding
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, based on business needs
• Compensation: Dependent on experience
• Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

The Quality Engineer will play a key role in maintaining and improving quality standards across injection molding operations. This position requires strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, hands-on problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with manufacturing and quality teams.

• Lead quality strategy and execution across injection molding operations.
• Develop quality plans, perform contract reviews, and support new product launches.
• Provide timely communication and delivery of test reports to customers.
• Investigate and resolve quality issues through effective corrective actions.
• Develop and control inspection plans for molding and secondary operations.
• Support and enforce the ISO 9001:2015 quality management system.
• Utilize and program CMM, Micro-Vu, optical comparators, and handheld measuring equipment.
• Assist the quality team with various testing requirements.
• Mentor and develop quality team members while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve complex manufacturing and quality challenges.

• Bachelor's degree or higher.
• Strong blueprint reading experience and knowledge of GD&T.
• Understanding of FAI (First Article Inspection) and PPAP.
• Experience programming and operating CMM equipment using PC-DMIS.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Team-oriented professional with the ability to work effectively across departments.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, and maneuvering.
• Ability to work effectively in a loud manufacturing environment.
• Paid time off, including holidays and vacation.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Multiple health plan options.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Company-provided group life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• Company-provided short-term disability coverage.
• Optional long-term disability coverage.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as needed to meet ongoing business and operational requirements.

Pre-employment background checks may be required. Employment offers may be contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable screening requirements.

The employer provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.