Quality - Quality Lab Technician

Scepter; Miami (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Scepter is seeking a Quality Lab Technician to test and inspect products in a manufacturing setting, ensuring compliance with customer specs and ISO 9001 quality systems.

This role supports calibration programs, audits, and QC processes, guiding inspectors and operators while maintaining quality records and test plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1-3 years in a manufacturing plant environment, preferably in QA or Technician role.
• Experience in plastics injection/blow molding preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections per ITPs, regulations and customer requirements.
• Generate certificates of compliance and inspection test plans.
• Maintain calibration program per standards and procedures.
• Assist with audits by regulators, customers and auditors.
• Issue certificates of conformance for products.

Skills

Quality inspection

ISO 9001

GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Toleran

PPAP/APQP knowledge

Reading engineering drawings

Office 365

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Measuring equipment

Office 365

Job description

Posted Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Scepter, a Myers Industries Company (NYSE: MYE), is a leading manufacturer of portable plastic containers for marine, consumer and military applications. Through smart choices and smarter design, the business doubled in size, started winning innovation awards, and earned a full 95% of the global marine fuel tank market. For the military, Scepter developed better packaging for the safe handling and storage of heavy caliber ammunition, converting from metal to plastic as the new standard. Their military fuel can is known by armies the world over as a “Scepter Can.” When Scepter turned its attention to the retail market, the company soon became trusted throughout the world for producing rugged, ergonomic, and easy-to-use fuel containers. Steady growth and expansion ensured Canada operations were strengthened with the purchase of a key facility in the heartland of America.

Eligible for a quarterly bonus up to $600

1st Shift - 7:00am - 3:30 pm

Job Overview:

The Quality Lab Technician is responsible for testing and inspecting products and parts within a manufacturing environment to ensure compliance with all applicable standards and customer specifications. This role supports quality assurance processes, maintains calibration programs, and facilitates audits to uphold ISO 9001 and other regulatory requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, first-off, in-process, and final inspections according to Inspection Test Plans, regulatory guidelines, and customer requirements.
• Generate inspection and test reports, certificates of compliance, and inspection test plans.
• Maintain and execute the calibration program in accordance with standards and procedures.
• Facilitate inspections and audits conducted by external regulatory bodies, customers, and auditors.
• Issue certificates of conformance for products.
• Implement test methods and procedures that meet regulatory and customer specifications.
• Conduct FAIs (First Article Inspections) or PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) layouts as required.
• Provide guidance to QC inspectors and operators on quality checks and inspections.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, customer specifications, and quality best practices.
• Investigate customer complaints and prepare RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) reports.
• Order materials and equipment for the quality control lab.
• Assist with daily operations of the Quality Department.
• Perform other duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of quality inspection, measuring, and testing equipment.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality System requirements.
• Familiarity with PPAP (Production Part Approval Process), APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning), PFMEA (Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis), and problem-solving tools (8 Disciplines, 5 Whys, Fishbone diagram, Process mapping).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Office 365.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Sound judgment and proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 1-3 years in a manufacturing plant environment, preferably in a Quality Assurance or Technician role, is required.
• Experience in plastics injection/blow molding preferred

Physical Requirements

Frequent exposure to manufacturing operations requires the ability to use all necessary safety equipment. Standing, walking, stooping, and bending are frequent and required. Must be able to tolerate repetitive motions for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift up to fifty pounds. The ability to stand for at least 8 - 12 hours on a concrete surface is required. Must be able to tolerate extreme temperatures.

Myers Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.