What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant - Quality Control Operator-Uxbridge, MA position at Unilock?
Plant Quality Control Operator
Location: Uxbridge, MA
Pay Rate: $23 per hour
For more than 50 years, Unilock has been North America's leading manufacturer of premium concrete paving stones and retaining walls. We're proud of our products, our people, and our commitment to quality. As a family-owned company, we invest in our employees by providing opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a workplace built on teamwork and respect.
What You'll Do
As a Quality Control Operator, you'll play a critical role in ensuring every product leaving our facility meets Unilock's high quality standards.
Responsibilities include:
- Perform quality inspections throughout the manufacturing process.
- Test raw materials and finished products to ensure compliance with company specifications.
- Identify, document, and communicate product defects or process inconsistencies.
- Measure products using inspection and quality control equipment.
- Work closely with production operators and supervisors to maintain product consistency and manufacturing efficiency.
- Assist with root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Follow all company safety policies, quality procedures, and standard operating practices.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to recognize variations in product quality and color.
- Good problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
- Basic knowledge of measuring devices and quality inspection techniques.
- General understanding of proper tool use and maintenance.
- Previous manufacturing or quality control experience.
- Familiarity with Statistical Process Control (SPC), Root Cause Analysis, Lean Manufacturing, or 5S principles.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Frequently bend, reach, stoop, and perform repetitive motions.
- Lift and move up to 50 pounds.
- Work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Why Join Unilock?
At Unilock, we put family first—because we’re a family-owned company. We take pride in providing a safe, inclusive, and rewarding workplace where you can build a long-term career.
We Offer:
- Competitive pay starting at $23.00 per hour
- Career advancement opportunities—many of our leaders began on the production floor
- Comprehensive health benefits beginning the first of the month following your hire date
- Up to 2 weeks of paid vacation during your first year
- 48 hours of paid personal leave annually
- Paid company shutdown between Christmas and New Year's
- 401(k) with company match and Profit Sharing
- Semi-annual performance bonuses and annual company bonus opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement and employee wellness programs
- Company-provided uniforms and complimentary laundry service after 90 days
- A safe, respectful, and team-oriented work environment
Join the Unilock Team
If you're ready to build a career with an industry leader that values quality, teamwork, and professional growth, apply today.
Salary : $23