Quality Engineer

Plastipak; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Consistent work schedules

Job security

Climate-controlled facility

Promotion opportunities

Job summary

Plastipak’s Champaign, IL site is seeking a Quality Engineer to ensure our highest quality rigid plastic containers and products. You will analyze data, measure processes and lead continuous improvement initiatives while educating Associates and maintaining customer satisfaction through robust quality control.

Ideal candidates have an Associates or Bachelor's degree and at least 1 year in manufacturing, with strong SPC knowledge and the ability to interpret control charts.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1 year of experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of basic SPC analysis.
• Ability to interpret control charts (histograms, Pareto charts, X-MR, X-Bar/R).
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams in root cause investigations and continuous improvement activities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze statistical process control data to understand process variation, initiate corrective actions when necessary and follow through to validate implementation.
• Utilize statistical and analytical tools, as well as sample procedures, to measure process and product specification conformance and validate process conformance is maintained.
• Visit customer facilities to conduct health check meetings and maintain positive customer relationships.
• Develop and deliver training on quality control to Associates.
• Participate in cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

SPC

Control charts

Cross-functional leadership

Data analysis

Education

Associate's or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

As a Quality Engineer, you ensure the highest quality products/rigid plastic containers are produced at Plastipak’s Champaign, IL site. You play an integral role in assuring customer satisfaction by measuring processes, verifying requirements are met, analyzing data, educating Associates and leading continuous improvement activities within the facility.

Pay: $55,000–$65,000 annually

Based on skills, experience, education, and qualifications.

We Offer

• Consistent Work Schedules
• Job Security
• Safe, Clean & Climate-Controlled Facility
• Promotion Opportunities

You Will

• Analyze statistical process control data to understand process variation, initiate corrective actions when necessary and follow through to validate implementation.
• Utilize statistical and analytical tools, as well as sample procedures, to measure process and product specification conformance and validate process conformance is maintained.
• Visit customer facilities to conduct health check meetings and maintain positive customer relationships.
• Develop and deliver training on quality control to Associates.
• Participate in cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives.

You Have

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1 year of experience working in a manufacturing environment, through full-time, internship, or co-op experience.
• Strong understanding of basic SPC (Statistical Process Control) analysis.
• Capability to interpret control charts (i.e. histograms, Pareto charts, X-MR, X-Bar/R charts, etc.).
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams in root cause investigations and continuous improvement activities.

As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following:

• Wellness Programs
• Health Insurance Coverage, including Medical, Dental & Vision
• EAP, Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Disability Insurance: Short-Term & Long-Term
• Accidental Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing feature
• Paid Time Off - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increases
• Paid Company Holidays
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Caregiving via Care.com
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program
• Travel Assistance
• Employee Discount Programs
• Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements

Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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