Quality Inspector - 2nd Shift

Summit Polymers; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive supplier is seeking a Quality Inspector for the 2nd shift. This role involves inspecting molded plastic parts for quality, utilizing measuring instruments, and ensuring compliance with customer standards. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and the ability to work independently. Join a team that values continuous improvement and quality.

Qualifications

• Ability to analyze information and follow directions.
• Must score at least 50 on the Wonderlic assessment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and verify dimensional, appearance, and effort qualities of plastics.
• Set up and use test instruments to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Report unacceptable materials and parts for corrective action.

Skills

Analysis

Independence

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Summit Polymers is a leading Tier 1 Automotive Supplier of automotive interior systems. We specialize in the engineering, manufacturing, and assembly of injection molded interior trim, including feature-based registers, consoles, and trim panels.

Join a team where you'll be challenged and valued.

A career with Summit Polymers involves working with smart people in a culture that values challenging, meaningful work. We look for growth potential with every hire and aim to set people on career paths. We seek individuals committed to continuous improvement, customer service, and quality.

Job Description

Job Title:

Quality Inspector

FLSA Status:

Non Exempt

Reports To:

Manager, Quality (Manufacturing) or Supervisor, Quality

Summary:

This role involves routine, repetitive work, including visual, manual, and instrument checking of molded and assembled plastic parts to ensure they meet customer standards for dimensions, appearance, and physical effort. It requires the use of measuring instruments, visual acuity, and physical test instruments. Some judgment is involved based on knowledge of Statistical Process Control, sampling techniques, and departmental standards. Good color judgment is required.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Inspect and verify dimensional, appearance, and effort qualities of plastics, molded parts, and assemblies, including color.
• Set up and use test instruments to determine compliance with quality standards.
• Review blueprints to ensure compliance with standards.
• Label, reject, accept, or hold parts and materials based on quality.
• Report unacceptable materials and parts for corrective action.
• Visually examine materials and assemblies for appearance standards.
• Manually check assembled parts for proper function.
• Work as part of a team and participate in problem-solving meetings.
• Perform auditing duties.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED required.

Skills and Abilities

Ability to analyze information, follow directions, and work independently. Must score at least 50 on the Wonderlic assessment (or 16 on the cognitive portion).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk and push a cart throughout the shift.
• Repeated bending and lifting.
• Manual dexterity to use measuring devices and build verification parts.
• Capable of lifting up to 30 pounds.

Travel Requirements

Typically no travel required.

Disclaimer

The job description is not exhaustive; duties may change at management’s discretion. Completion of post-hire training is required.