Quality Engineer- Plastics- South Berwick, Maine

Close-Knit and Collaborative Group

Innovative and High-Tech Environment About Our Client

This client is a company specializing in thermoformed and heat-sealed products, using high-performance, thin films for a wide range of customers. They have been in operation for several decades and foster a team-oriented corporate culture focused on clear purpose, community strength, and individual creativity, all grounded in the core value of balance.

Job Description

Manage the quality of materials and services from external suppliers.

Conduct supplier audits and collaborate to resolve quality issues.

Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for defective materials.

Ensure supplier compliance with regulatory and quality standards.

Lead root cause investigations with cross-functional teams and oversee corrective action resolution.

Provide employee training on quality procedures and best practices.

Assist in Quality Management System gap analysis, process mapping, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Work with Engineering to enhance measurement methods and production processes, implementing Lean practices.

Analyze manufacturing data using Statistical Process Control (SPC) from ERP systems.

Integrate additional quality capabilities within ERP systems.

Conduct internal quality audits and support quality documentation maintenance.

Communicate with customers and suppliers as required.

Serve as backup for Quality Technician and Quality Assurance Specialist.

Take on additional tasks and projects as directed by the Quality Team Leader.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

* 2-5 years' experience in a Lean Manufacturing Environment.

What's on Offer

This organization offers 200 hours of PTO to start and, following a recent acquisition, provides significant growth opportunities. With an expanding quality team, you will communicate with the corporate office and contribute to the company's continued growth and success.

Contact

Carlie Goodwin

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