Quality Engineer

Plastic Ingenuity is committed to providing innovative high-quality packaging for the food healthcare and
consumer goods industries. At the companys heart are five core values that define who we are and why we
have sustained success since 1972. We are friendly and genuine fostering authentic connections with colleagues
and clients alike. Resourcefulness defines our approach allowing us to turn challenges into opportunities.
Collaboration is ingrained in our process uniting diverse perspectives to identify creative solutions. Total
customer focus drives us; we listen intently respond promptly and consistently exceed expectations. Lastly we
are dependable doers letting our actions speak louder than words. These values are the cornerstone of Plastic
Ingenuity.

A quality engineer works to ensure the overall quality of manufactured parts. They test processes monitor quality standards create documentation devise quality tests and define the criteria a test result should meet. They work closely with team members across multiple departments to ensure the final products meet customer expectations while keeping the manufacturing process as effective as possible. They are often tasked with the creation of quality practices standard operating procedures (SOPs) and the relevant documentation for a given product. When problems are encountered it is the responsibility of the quality engineer to investigate and come up with a solution.

• Working closely with Sales Engineering Production and Customers to arrive at mutually acceptable specifications.
• Using troubleshooting and creating analysis programs for advanced measuring equipment and software including but not limited to CMMs and Vision Systems
• Developing quality plans and process control plans for customers
• Performing necessary qualifications on new or existing parts including PPAP and IQ/OQ/PQ where applicable
• Using Six Sigma including PCDA SPC and DOE to improve our processes and to solve problems encountered where our parts interface with customers processes
• Facilitating teams in solving more complicated projects
• Following good manufacturing practices to ensure product safety
• Training other team members
• Performing other duties as required

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Science or Technology (practical experience can be substituted)
• 3 years of related experience in a Quality related role
• Models the highest degree of moral and ethical behavior
• Keeps commitments; exhibits candor and courage - is not afraid to establish a visible presence and point of view to engage in spirited and constructive debate to hold others accountable.

• Extensive familiarity with quality assurance processes and procedures and should be able to devise methods to enforce quality standards
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Effective problem-solving is essential and individual should be able to assess quality issues and develop functional solutions
• Ability to identify opportunities to improve departmental processes and procedures to increase efficiency and effectiveness

Plastic Ingenuity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace as we know that each of our employees helps to make us better. We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds and walks of life. Come join us.

Required Experience:

IC