Quality Engineer – Injection Molding

Socket.dev; Berlin (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

PMM is seeking a Quality Engineer to lead the quality program in our plastic injection molding operations. The role emphasizes supervising inspectors, implementing robust QC procedures, and driving continuous improvement across production and design teams.

The ideal candidate will manage audits (ISO 9001/13485), analyze data for defect trends, and ensure regulatory compliance while coordinating training and documentation for regulatory readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality Management, or related field.
• 3+ years in a quality engineering role within plastic injection molding.
• Strong knowledge of quality control methodologies, tools, and techniques for molding.
• Experience with ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 audits.
• Experience with ERP systems (IQMS) and quality equipment (CMM, MicroVu).

Responsibilities

• Assign and supervise inspectors to ensure duties follow procedures.
• Train personnel on quality procedures, standards and best practices.
• Develop and implement QC procedures for plastic molding processes.
• Conduct regular inspections of lines, equipment and finished products.
• Analyze quality data to identify defects, trends and root causes.
• Prepare quality documentation and records, including audits and corrective actions.
• Approve products for shipment according to standards and customer requirements.

Skills

Quality control

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or Quality Management

Tools

CAD/CAM software

IQMS ERP

CMM/MicroVu

Job description

PMM is seeking a Quality Engineer to lead the quality program in our plastic injection molding operations. The role emphasizes supervising inspectors, implementing robust QC procedures, and driving continuous improvement across production and design teams.

The ideal candidate will manage audits (ISO 9001/13485), analyze data for defect trends, and ensure regulatory compliance while coordinating training and documentation for regulatory readiness.