Quality Assurance Inspector - Plastics

lesueurinc; Le Sueur (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Le Sueur Inc. is seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector for its Plastics Division. The role focuses on inspecting products and materials to ensure quality, safety, and specifications are met, using visual and functional methods and documenting findings.

You will work with production teams to maintain high-quality standards, identify defects, and support audits and quality management activities. Training on shifts may be required as part of onboarding.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certification preferred.
• Experience in quality inspection, manufacturing, or quality assurance.
• Knowledge of quality control procedures and inspection techniques.
• Ability to read blueprints, specifications, and technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Inspect in-process production, and finished products for quality and compliance.
• Perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections using measuring tools and testing equipment.
• Identify defects, deviations, and non-conforming products.
• Record inspection results and maintain accurate quality documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and safety regulations.
• Report quality issues to supervisors and recommend corrective actions.
• Monitor production processes to ensure consistent quality.
• Support audits and quality management system activities.

Skills

Quality inspection

Manufacturing

Quality assurance

Reading blueprints

Measuring tools

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Testing equipment

Job description

Quality Assurance Inspector - Plastics Division

Shifts Available:

2nd shift Monday - Thursday 3:15pm - 1:45am

3rd shift Sunday PM - Friday AM 9pm - 5:30am You may be asked to train on 1st shift for up to 4 weeks before transitioning to the assigned shift for both of these openings.

Job Summary

The QA Inspector is responsible for inspecting products and materials to ensure compliance with quality standards, specifications, and safety regulations. This role involves performing visual and functional inspections, documenting findings, identifying defects, and collaborating with production teams to maintain high-quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect in-process production, and finished products for quality and compliance


• Perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections using measuring tools and testing equipment


• Identify defects, deviations, and non-conforming products


• Record inspection results and maintain accurate quality documentation


• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and safety regulations


• Report quality issues to supervisors and recommend corrective actions


• Monitor production processes to ensure consistent quality


• Support audits and quality management system activities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certification preferred


• Experience in quality inspection, manufacturing, or quality assurance


• Knowledge of quality control procedures and inspection techniques


• Ability to read blueprints, specifications, and technical documents


• Familiarity with measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges


• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills


• Basic computer and documentation skills


• Good communication and teamwork abilities

Functional Requirements

Consistently able to:

• Manually lift and move product and materials up to 55 lbs. through regular physical exertion, including but not limited to reach forward, reach overhead, lift, carry, crouch and bend.


• Power grip and wrist turn, including the use of hand tools and/or steering for truck.


• Walk, sit or stand for up to 12 hours with intermittent breaks.


• Push / pull 100lbs.


• See, inspect, and evaluate product quality


• Read and understand written work instructions in English


• Work in a non-climate controlled environment, including hot and humid conditions.


• Walk up and down steps


• Climb ladders and stairs of varying height


• Wear task-based Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  
  
  
  • Protective Footwear;
  
  
  • Hearing Protection
  
  
  • Protective Eyewear
  
  
  • Gloves
  
  
  • Additional PPE may as required by specific tasks