QA Inspector 1st Shift

Seaway Plastics; Vadnais Heights (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Seaway Plastics in Vadnais Heights, MN, is seeking a quality inspector responsible for verifying incoming materials, in-process parts, and final assemblies against drawings and specifications. You will perform piece-based inspections, maintain NCRs, and support continuous improvement projects.

The role requires experience with measurement tools, GD&T understanding, and proficiency in Excel/Word. Expect collaboration with cross-functional teams and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of quality inspection experience in plastic injection molding or manufacturing.
• Proficiency with handheld measuring instruments; experience with optical comparators.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications; GD&T knowledge is beneficial.
• Computer proficiency including Microsoft Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Verify incoming materials, manufactured parts, and assemblies meet drawings and specs.
• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections with AQL sampling and testing.
• Prepare inspection reports and NCRs; maintain NCR log and quality records.
• Review drawings, specs, and work instructions to determine product acceptance; develop inspection plans.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Manufacturing on investigations and improvements.
• Assist in training team members on inspection methods and equipment.

Skills

Quality inspection

GD&T knowledge

Engineering drawings interpretation

Tools

Optical comparators

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Vision systems

Measurement tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Verify that incoming materials, manufactured parts, and assemblies meet applicable drawings, specifications, workmanship criteria, and quality requirements. Support nonconformance control, customer complaint containment, quality documentation, and continuous improvement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform receiving, first-piece, in-process, and final inspections, including AQL sampling and product testing, in accordance with approved requirements; provide first-piece approval within assigned authority.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and applicable regulatory requirements to determine product acceptance; develop and maintain inspection plans with Quality, Engineering, and Manufacturing.
• Use calipers, micrometers, height gauges, indicators, vision systems, optical comparators, and other inspection tools to verify product conformity and prepare inspection reports.
• Identify, document, and communicate product and process nonconformances; maintain nonconformance reports (NCRs), the NCR log, and support data.
• Support containment, identification, segregation, evaluation, and authorized disposition of suspect or nonconforming material; maintain the quality hold cage and material status records.
• Inspect returned products and perform containment activities related to customer complaints and return material authorizations (RMAs); document and communicate findings to support investigation and disposition.
• Review inventory affected by part revision changes and coordinate disposition with authorized personnel.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, final quality documentation, floor quality documents, job books, and assigned quality system documents; identify, retain, and maintain quality part samples.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Manufacturing on quality investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement using inspection results and nonconformance data.
• Assist in training team members on quality work instructions, inspection methods, and proper use of measurement equipment.
• Follow established quality procedures, safety requirements, and company standards; perform other duties supporting the objectives of the position.

LMA RESPONSIBILITIES:

(Leadership, Management, Accountability) None

QUALITIES FOR SUCCESS:

(Seaway Core Values, Education, Training, Certifications, Years of experience, other skills and abilities, Physical Requirements for the Role, etc.)

• Demonstrates Seaway Plastics Core Values
  • We are customer focused
  • We execute
  • We win together
  • We are respectful

• At least one year of quality inspection experience in plastic injection molding or another manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with handheld measuring instruments; experience with optical comparators and familiarity with injection molding equipment.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications; knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) is beneficial.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout a manufacturing facility for extended periods.
• Frequent visual inspection of molded components and finished products.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
• Frequent use of measuring tools and repetitive hand movements.
• Ability to bend, reach, and work safely around manufacturing equipment.