Molding Inspector (Quality Control)

Silgan Dispensing; Grandview (MO, IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a diligent Molding Inspector to ensure the quality of production runs through effective visual and mechanical inspections. This role involves utilizing inspection equipment to verify component specifications, documenting inspection data, and assisting in maintaining a safe work environment. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced setting, demonstrating attention to detail and a commitment to safety. Join a team that values accountability and environmental stewardship while contributing to high-quality production standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform visual and mechanical inspections of components.
• Experience with data entry and documentation in a computer system.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-process inspections of molded components per ISO procedures.
• Document inspection information and assist with production operations.

Skills

Visual Inspection

Mechanical Inspection

Data Entry

ISO Procedures

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Inspection Equipment

Job description

SUMMARY:

The Molding Inspector performs visual and/or mechanical inspection on component parts in order to ensure quality of production runs. The Molding Inspector utilizes inspection equipment (scopes, gauges, etc.) to ensure components meet required specifications. This position also enters in-process information into a computer system as well as assisting in housekeeping within the department to maintain a safe work environment.

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL:

All employees are expected to act in a safe manner at all times and ensure that those around them do not put themselves or others at risk. Everyone is personally accountable for his/her own safety as well as their co-workers. Safety and health is a shared responsibility of everyone in the organization and a condition of employment. We value and expect engagement out of all employees.

Co-workers share the responsibility for doing the right thing for the environmentand carrying out the stewardship principles addressed in our EnvironmentalPolicy. We will provide the resources necessary to implement this policy, and management will conduct periodic reviews to ensure its ongoing effectiveness.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform in-process inspections of molded components per ISO procedures.
• Compare product with part specifications. Verify specified dimensions perform color match if required.
• Audit production for defective components when required.
• Disposition rejected or defective product in accordance with supervisor instructions.
• Generate hold tickets when required for product evaluation.
• Document all inspection information from in-process checks into computer system.
• Assist with production operations as required. (Scanning, dumping, breaks, housekeeping)
• Collect shots for in-process inspections. Check MIU for correct lot number, color, cavitation, mold number, etc.
• Check components per ISO procedures to ensure quality of production using various inspection equipment. Perform color matches of components if required.
• Enter inspection data into computer system.
• Assist with other production operations as required.
• Must follow all work rules and policies

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

One to three months related experience and/or training

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, percentage, and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to handle problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and sit, bend, stoop, twist, kneel, squat, or crawl.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 58 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to risk of electrical shock. The employee is frequently exposed to vibration. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

SHIFT HOURS:

1st shift: 6:48 AM--3:00 PM

2nd shift: 2:48 PM--11:00 PM

3rd shift: 10:48 PM--7:00 AM

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.

Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status.

Silgan is a drug-free workplace.