Quality Inspector II

AptarGroup, Inc.; Eatontown (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Job summary

AptarGroup, Inc. is looking for a Quality Inspector II in Eatontown, NJ. This role is critical for ensuring quality standards by performing incoming and final inspections on various components.

We're seeking candidates with at least 2 years of quality control experience in a manufacturing environment, strong analytical skills, and a high school education. The position offers competitive salary and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and generous paid leave.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Quality.
• Minimum 2 years QC experience in a high volume Manufacturing environment.
• Experience reading drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming and final inspection on manufactured components.
• Document results and determine final disposition of products.
• Coordinate all quality-related issues with stakeholders.
• Train and onboard Quality Inspectors Level I.

Skills

Ability to read, write and speak English

Basic math and PC skills

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Skilled in Microsoft Office

Working knowledge of ISO9001

Education

High School graduate

Tools

Gauges and microscopes

Job description

Job Opportunity - Quality Inspector II

We have an exciting position open: Quality Inspector II, this position will report to the Quality Manager. This position will be based in Eatontown and is responsible for performing incoming and final inspection on various manufactured components assemblies and finished products in accordance with established Quality Inspection Plans. Document results and determine final disposition of materials and products, as well as some direct contact with our suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming inspection on received components following Quality Inspection Plan and determine acceptance. This may include but is not limited to performing incoming inspections on components manufactured by a supplier, components coming from the molding department going to assembly and may involve collecting data to accept or reject those components.
• Perform all final inspection activities as required following Quality Inspection Plans and determine acceptance. This includes creating and sending Certificates of Analysis (COA) to customers in a timely manner.
• Support the Supplier Quality efforts pertaining to supplier performance, corrective actions and "return to vendor" activities.
• Communicate and coordinate all quality-related issues to key stakeholders, which may include (but is not limited to QA and Mfg. Supervision and related personnel on supplied components).
• Coordinate proper containment activities for potentially non-conforming material.
• Quarantine and clearly mark all defective products and issue Quality Notifications as instructed.
• Place potentially non-conforming material on Quality Hold and remove material from Quality Hold.
• Execute actions within the Document Control process (including but not limited to document creation, review and facilitate approval of, training and update controlled copy locations).
• Work unsupervised and independently as assigned.
• Perform additional testing and other duties as requested, including accurate documentation.
• Have the ability to understand and utilize SAP.
• Support internal metrology activities.
• Perform and coordinate Inspection activities related to returns, rework and sorting.
• Train and onboard Quality Inspectors Level I.
• Be a subject matter expert (SME) on all product lines.
• Act as a backup for the Quality Inspector in Molding or Assembly as needed.
• Act as a backup for a Quality Lab technician when needed.
• Actively participate in problem solving and discussions with cross-functional teams.
• Take on quality-minded / continuous improvement projects when required and perform additional testing and other duties as requested, including accurate documentation.

Qualifications

Education

• High School graduate

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Quality
• Minimum 2 years QC experience in a "high volume" Manufacturing environment
• Experience with gauges and microscopes.
• Experience reading drawings and specifications.

Skills

• Ability to read, write and speak English for communication and understanding of quality and production issues.
• Basic math and PC skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced, hands‑on environment while managing multiple assignments with strict deadlines.
• Skilled at using Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
• Working knowledge of ISO9001.
• Ability to independently identify process improvements and best practices.
• Active participation in problem solving and cross‑functional team discussions.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus plan.
• Innovative benefits plan, which includes 401(k), vacation, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, pet insurance, wellness plan, and generous paid maternity/paternity leave.

Aptar is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our success. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.