Quality Engineer

As a Quality Engineer, you ensure the highest quality products/rigid plastic containers are produced at Plastipak’s Champaign, IL site. You play an integral role in assuring customer satisfaction by measuring processes, verifying requirements are met, analyzing data, educating Associates and leading continuous improvement activities within the facility.
Pay: $55,000–$65,000 annually
Based on skills, experience, education, and qualifications.
We Offer
Consistent Work Schedules
Job Security
Safe, Clean & Climate-Controlled Facility
Promotion Opportunities
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 or Bachelor’s 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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