Quality Engineer
About the Role
The Quality Engineer is a key member of the organization’s leadership team, responsible for the development and implementation of our quality procedures and processes. They oversee all quality measures to ensure all finished goods are high quality and meet customer specifications, while also working collaboratively with other functional leaders to support and progress operational goals and objectives.
Why Join Molding Dynamics?
We’re more than a plastic injection molding supplier — we’re a team dedicated to innovation, quality, and customer trust. When you join us, you can expect:
Competitive pay based on experience
Comprehensive benefits that grow with you
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation and holidays
Quarterly profit-sharing bonus potential
The ability to lead and make an impact in a growing organization
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and continue to develop, document and implement molding quality assurance standards and review processes
- Implement proactive and reactive quality measures and processes for cost reduction, quality improvement and efficiency
- Investigate and remedy all production and quality issues within a timely manner
- Manage quality-related customer relations to completion
- Effectively communicate cross-functionally and across shifts
- Train, mentor, and motivate quality & production staff
- Leadership role in continuous improvement and cost reduction activities
- Use Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other techniques to analyze process data to determine capabilities as well as improvements
- Additional duties as needed to ensure smooth operation of the plant
Job Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of prior work experience in a Quality role
- Experience implementing continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives
- Previous experience in plastic injection molding and a working knowledge of a wide range of thermoplastic materials and their properties is preferred
- Strong leadership and communication skills required
- Excellent problem solving skills with attention to detail
- Basic computer skills required; experience using ERP systems highly preferred
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods of time, occasionally lifting 50 lbs, etc.