Quality Control Inspector

Achilles USA specializes in manufacturing customized plastic films for a vast array of industries and applications, from IMAX movie screens to medical devices. Utilizing materials like PVC, polypropylene, polyethylene, and urethane, the company provides calendering, extrusion, lamination, and conversion services.

Located in Everett, Washington, Achilles USA develops unique formulations and compounding processes to deliver tailored solutions to its clients. Achilles USA is part of The Achilles Corporation, a global leader in specialized plastic films and synthetic leather manufacturing.

 We are looking for a detail-oriented Swing Shift Quality Control Inspector to join our growing team. The QC Inspector would be responsible for reviewing quality requirements for each product and ensuring the product meets requirements.

BASIC FUNCTIONS

• The basic function is to be present on the factory production areas and prevent non-conforming product from being produced and shipping to the customer.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• The quality control inspector is responsible for interfacing with the production crews in all matters related to quality.
• Conducts final inspection on all products made during the shift. This includes calendar line inspections, review of strip samples, and review of 9-yard samples.
• Reports non-conforming material (rejection) and issues the rejection notification if needed.
• Assists in the root cause and CAPA investigations for customer returns and rejections.
• Perform in-house calibration as per the LIMS calibration program schedule.
• Reviews work instructions and submits revisions if needed.
• Look for continuous improvement ideas and corrective actions that can improve the quality and get us closer to the company goals. Fix these issues if it is within quality inspector authority. Report these ideas to your manager if it is beyond your scope of authority.
• Conducts quality training for the online inspectors for daily activities if needed.
• Setup and maintain all quality measuring equipment on the factory floor. This includes validating all new quality measuring equipment.
• Assists with rejections, medical trackabilities, product transfer and product release.
• Verify that the packaging, special instruction, work order packet instructions and test methods are being followed by the crews. Mentor and guide the operators and inspectors if weak areas are found.
• Create and maintain the ISRA codes. This includes the optimization and troubleshoot-ing of specific codes.
• Various other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education/Training: High School Diploma or equivalent. ISO 9000 Training.
• Experience: Knowledge of Quality requirement and standard test methods.
• Skills/Aptitude: Effective oral and written skills.
• Working Conditions: Office and factory environment

 Pay: $24-30/Hourly DOE 

Shift:  This role requires working a day shift (Monday-Thursday, 7:30 AM-6:00 PM) during the training period and then transitioning to a regular swing shift (Monday-Thursday, 7:30 PM-6:00 AM). 

Benefits:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance for employees & family
• Company paid life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary life/AD&D, critical illness and accident insurance
• 4% employer 401(k) match
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 paid company holidays
• Employee referral bonus program
• Company events
• Work boot and prescription safety eyewear reimbursement

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a post offer background check and drug screen in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. 

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected class under applicable law.