Quality Auditor

Western Industries Plastic Products; Winfield (IL); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Company provided life insurance

Voluntary Life/AD&D options including

401(K) enrollment after 60 days with 2

Weekly pay

Ten paid holidays

Job summary

Western Industries Plastic Products in Winfield, KS is seeking a Quality Auditor to verify conformance of parts to specifications on each production run. You will approve conforming parts for shipment or reject nonconforming parts for scrap, and you’ll perform first article approvals and in-process audits.

The role supports R&D activities, conducts dimension testing and cosmetic audits, and reports findings to Quality and Manufacturing Management.

Qualifications

• Technical schooling or college training related to quality control.
• 4+ years of experience in Quality Control.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Excellent math skills including fractions and decimals.
• Experience with Blow Mold or plastic products is a plus.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Review specifications, blueprints, and notes for each product.
• Perform quality audits during production, assembly and pre-shipment.
• Inspect weight, color, and measurements; approve or reject.
• Complete required paperwork and documentation.
• Communicate with other departments to ensure quality.
• Support R&D activities related to dimensional testing and cosmetic audits.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Color inspection

Precision measurement

Nondestructive testing

Auditing

Communication skills

Math skills

Education

Technical School or some college

Tools

Calipers

Pin gauges

Micrometer

Pull gauge

Ultrasonic gauges

Job description

3rd shift – 12:00am-8amMonday-Friday schedule (weekends & overtime as needed)Starting range $16.00 - $22.00Our Quality Auditor verifies conformance of product to specifications for each part, approving conforming parts for shipping & delivery or rejecting nonconforming parts for scrap. The auditor gives first part approvals and conducts in-process audits and throughout production, providing updates to Quality & Manufacturing Management as needed. Supports R&D activities regarding dimension testing, fit, and functions tests, as well as cosmetic audits.Summary of Job DutiesReview specifications, blueprints, work directions, and manufacturing notes in the Quality Specification book for each product being produced.Perform assigned quality audits throughout production, assembly and prior to shipment of product to maintain the required QS standards.Conduct quality control inspections regarding weight, color, and measurements on product being produced.Approve product after inspection to continue through the production process or reject product for changes and modifications until quality specifications are met to be able to continue in production.Communicate timely and professionally with other departments, supervisors and management teams to ensure quality standards of all products.Complete required written and electronic paperwork and documentation.Work EnvironmentThis position operates in both office and manufacturing environments that are non-climate controlled. Moderate to loud noise levels that require associates to wear hearing protection. Fast-paced team environment with interruptions and ongoing problem solving.Physical DemandsOccasional climbing, stooping, & crouching. Standing for 8 or more hours per day and walking frequently. Pushing, pulling, gasping with repetitive motions frequently. Lifting and carrying up to 80 lbs. Ability to use tools, and other industrial equipment. Ability to wear all necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).Benefits (Waiting periods apply)Medical, Dental, VisionCompany provided life insuranceVoluntary Life/AD&D options including dependent plans.401(K) enrollment after 60 days of employment with company matchWeekly pay!Ten paid holidays!Required SkillsAbility to read blueprints accurately and understand the tolerances identified in each document.Ability to verify color match by visual inspection or using the photo spectrometer.Ability to use precision measuring equipment: calipers, pin gauges, micrometer and pull gauge.Ability to use nondestructive instruments: ultrasonic gauges and micrometers to measure wall thickness.Ability to perform outlined audits and compare the results to the specifications to accept or reject the product.Ability to work in production setting that does experience heat and moderate to loud noise levels.Ability to lift & carry up to 80 pounds.Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate and interact with all levels of the organization.Education and ExperienceTechnical School or some college is preferred.4+ years of experience in Quality Control Department is strongly preferred.4+ years of experience with a quality system and use of quality documents is strongly preferred.Ability to read and interrupt blueprints and schematics is required.Excellent math skills, including understanding of fractions and decimals is required.Experience with Blow Mold or plastic products is a plus.Work Authorization/ Security ClearanceMust be legally authorized to work in the United States.Complete online application at westernind.com/careers or visit us at our Employment Center,22167 C Street, Strother Field, Winfield, KSWestern Industries Plastic Products, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer