First Article Inspector

Spectrum Plastics Group; New Brighton (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Job summary

Spectrum Plastics Group in New Brighton, MN is seeking an Inspection and Measurement professional to perform mechanical inspections on plastic and machined parts, develop methods with CMM and GD&T, and prepare first article and gage R&R reports.

The role requires reading blueprints, a 2-year technical degree (preferred), at least 3 years of experience, and willingness to work 2nd shift 3:00 pm–11:00 pm with a shift differential; hourly wage range is $22–$32 and benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in mechanical inspection of injection molded and machined components.
• ASQ Certified Mechanical Inspector certificate is desirable.
• Training in GD&T and reading blueprints is preferred.
• MS Excel and MS Word skills are expected.

Responsibilities

• Perform and prepare reports for mechanical inspections on plastic, machined metal, and assemblies per customer and Donatelle specifications.
• Develop inspection methods using manual, vision, and automated inspection precision metrology equipment.
• Prepare reports for first article, capability studies, and gage R&R studies.
• Read and interpret customer specifications and blueprints with linear and geometrically tol-eranced features.
• Assist with delegating inspection tasks to Quality Inspectors and Quality Technicians.

Skills

CMM inspection

Blueprint reading

GD&T

ASQ certified inspector

MS Excel

MS Word

Mechanical inspection experience

Injection molding experience

Education

Two-year technical degree

Tools

CMM

Job description

Job Details

Location: Donatelle - New Brighton, MN 55112

Salary Range: $22.00 - $32.00 Hourly

Shift: 2nd Shift (3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.)

Inspection and Measurement Responsibilities

• Perform and prepare reports for mechanical inspections on plastic, machined metal, and assemblies per customer and Donatelle specifications
• Recommend and develop inspection methods using manual, vision, and automated inspection precision metrology equipment
• Perform and prepare reports for first article, capability studies, and gage R & R studies
• Read and interpret customer specifications and blueprints containing both linear and geometrically toleranced features
• Assist with delegating inspection related tasks (Gage R & R, capability studies) to Quality Inspectors and Quality Technicians

General Responsibilities

• Responsibility to protect Donatelle confidential information and Intellectual Property
• Follow safety requirements as outlined in the safety manual
• 10‑15% travel to St. Louis Park facility may be required
• Perform other projects and duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Two‑year technical degree preferred
• Minimum of 3 years experience in mechanical inspection of injection molded and machined components

Other Qualifications and Desired Skills

• ASQ Certified Mechanical Inspector certificate
• Training in basic statistics preferred
• Training in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications
• General computer skills including MS Excel and MS Word

Additional Information

• 2nd shift position, hours are from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.; shift differential applies
• Hourly wage range: $22 to $32
• Company benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, holiday pay, and more

Position Requirements

• A completed 2‑year vocational inspection program or equivalent on‑the‑job experience
• Course work in inspection, gauging, and blueprint reading
• Exposure to injection molding in any capacity
• Working knowledge of mechanical inspection equipment, including Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM)