QUALITY TECH Automotive / Plastics 1st Shift!

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionIf you are an experienced QUALITY TECHNICIAN with 2+ years of successful experience with plastic injection molding specifically in the automotive or aerospace industries using robotics --this could be an excellent opportunity for you in the Prattville/Montgomery, AL, area. **Health benefits start on Day 1 and you can add on affordable dental and vision and additional life insurance at a low rate!***  Why should you work for this company in this role?Consistent 4/10 schedule Monday through Thursday Supportive environment: easy to work for, team-based cultureGrowth potential: opportunity to learn new skills and expand your capabilitiesExcellent benefits with health insurance starting on Day 1 with affordable add-on options for vision, dental, and more Your Background -- You will have the following qualifications for this to be a fit:Minimum Requirements:2+ years of hands-on Quality Technician experience with high-volume automotive manufacturing - Tier 1Strong experience in plastic injection molding QA / quality assurance required2+ years of hands-on automotive manufacturing experience- Tier 1Strong experience with visual inspection, especially appearance/cosmetic standards in the Automotive environmentProficiency using measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, etc.)Experience with PPAP and customer-specific requirementsExposure to automated manufacturing environments (robotics, EOAT, integrated systems)Familiarity with SPC and quality systems (IATF 16949, ISO standards)Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&TExperience supporting production quality, inspections, and containment activitiesAbility to work in a fast-paced, less structured, production-floor environmentStrong problem-solving skills with the ability to act independently under pressureBasic computer skills (Excel, data entry systems)Willingness to be flexible and grow with the businessPreferred Requirements:Automotive / Tier 1 supplier experienceExperience with Engel machines and molding automationFamiliarity with vision systems, poka-yoke systems, and automated inspection/assemblyExposure to multi-component (two-shot) molding processesExperience with robotics brands such as Fanuc, Wittmann, Yushin, or similarLeadership potential and ability to grow into expanded responsibilitiesVery strong robotics experienceProactive approach to equipment maintenance and repair with strong communication skillsMeet pre-employment screening requirements of the client.Be permanently eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship as none is available.
Responsibilities:Inspection and TestingPerform incoming, in-process, and final inspections per control plansConduct dimensional inspections using precision measurement toolsPerform detailed cosmetic inspections for Class A surfaces (e.g., gloss, flow lines, sink, weld lines)Complete first article inspections and support PPAP documentationVerify material certifications and traceabilityProduction SupportSupport production startups and first-piece validationMonitor quality trends and escalate deviations quicklyWork closely with production, engineering, and supervision teamsLead or assist in containment activities, including sorting and reworkSupport corrective actions to prevent defect recurrenceDocumentation and ComplianceRecord inspection results and maintain accurate quality documentationUpdate logs, control charts, and reportsSupport internal and customer auditsEnsure compliance with IATF 16949 and related standardsMaintain the calibration status of inspection equipmentRoot Cause & Continuous ImprovementParticipate in root cause analysis (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone)Support the implementation of corrective and preventive actionsAnalyze scrap and defect trends to drive improvementsPromote adherence to quality standards across productionCustomer SupportAssist with customer submissions, including PPAP packagesSupport investigation and response to customer complaintsParticipate in customer visits and audits as required If you are ready to take advantage of this career potential, please apply today and simply provide your current resume and answer the attached Screening Questions for consideration! * Must be permanently eligible to work in the United States without any need for sponsorship now or in the future as sponsorship is not available.