Quality Engineer

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Lima, OH, USA
In-Office
Mid level
Automotive • Chemical • Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Ensure quality of rigid plastic container production by analyzing SPC data, verifying process and product conformance, initiating corrective actions, leading root-cause investigations, training associates, supporting continuous improvement, and maintaining customer relationships through facility health-check meetings.
Summary Generated by Built In
As a Quality Engineer, you ensure the highest quality products/rigid plastic containers are produced at Plastipak's Lima, OH site.  You play an integral role is assuring customer satisfaction by measuring processes, verifying requirements are met, analyzing data, educating Associates and leading continuous improvement activities within the facility.

You Will

  • Analyze statistical process control data to understand process variation, initiate corrective actions when necessary and follow through to validate implementation.

  • Utilize statistical and analytical tools, as well as sample procedures, to measure process and product specification conformance and validate process conformance is maintained. 

  • Visit customer facilities to conduct health check meetings and maintain positive customer relationships.

  • Develop and deliver training on quality control to Associates.

  • Participate in cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives.

You Have

  • Associates degree required; Bachelors degree preferred.

  • 1 year of experience working in a manufacturing environment; through full-time, internship, or co-op experience.

  • Strong understanding of basic SPC (Statistical Process Control) analysis.

  • Capability to interpret control charts (i.e. histograms, Pareto charts, X-MR, X-Bar/R charts, etc.).

  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams in root cause investigations and continuous improvement activities

As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following:

  • Wellness Programs
  • Health Insurance Coverage, including Medical, Dental & Vision
  • EAP, Employee Assistance Program
  • Life Insurance
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
  • Disability Insurance:  Short-Term & Long-Term
  • Accidental Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • 401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing feature
  • Paid Time Off    - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increases
  • Paid Company Holidays
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
  • Caregiving via Care.com
  • Pet Insurance
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program
  • Travel Assistance
  • Employee Discount Programs
*Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements

Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Skills Required

  • Associate degree
  • One year of experience in a manufacturing environment, including full-time, internship, or co-op experience
  • Understanding of basic Statistical Process Control analysis
  • Ability to interpret histograms, Pareto charts, X-MR charts, and X-Bar/R charts
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams in root-cause investigations and continuous improvement activities
  • Bachelor's degree
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The Company
6,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1967

What We Do

Plastipak is a global leader in sustainable packaging and recycling solutions. Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, the company designs and manufactures high-quality, rigid plastic containers for the food, beverage, and consumer products industries, including automotive and aerosol products. Operating over 60 sites worldwide, Plastipak focuses on innovation and sustainability to provide packaging for some of the world's most recognized and respected brands.

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