Position Overview: The Quality Inspector Lead in Schaefer Plastics Lodi, CA location, provides complete leadership for the Quality Team while monitoring, implementing, and adhering to the ISO 9001:2015 Quality System. This is a 2nd shift position but will change to a 12-hour 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM position within the year.

Essential Functions:

• Coach the Quality Team to provide support to all departments
• Prepare and participate in ISO and UL audits.
• Support the implementation of new documentation in accordance with ISO 9001:2015 as needed.
• Clearly read and understand product drawings, specifications, procedures, work instructions, or any other required product and process documents.
• Assist in performing regular quality assessments on incoming materials, in-process, and outgoing products.
• Collaborate with all departments to identify and implement continuous improvements.
• Properly identify, label, and control non-conforming materials within the designated Quality Hold Area.
• Manage corrective actions for all non-conforming materials and products.
• Properly understand, use, and maintain any required Quality Tools or gauges.
• Measure required product dimensions, examine functionality, and compare the product to available Quality Standards.
• Accurately and completely document all inspection outcomes by completing detailed reports.
• Lead the production environment in developing and making Quality decisions.
• Communicate any quality-related issues with the appropriate associates and departments.
• Collaborate with the QC team to ensure coverage for vacations and personal time off.
• Assist with training all employees on quality standards and techniques.
• Assist with the evaluation and correction of warranty issues
• Other duties assigned by the Operations Manager.

Qualification Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent qualification.
• BS in a Related Field is preferred.
• Certification in Quality Control is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Quality Control in a manufacturing environment or a similar role.
• Excellent knowledge of computers, tablets, mobile devices, and MS Office and its relevant applications.
• Proven understanding and use of math and technical skills.
• Strong understanding of Quality Control standards and testing techniques.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and roll up to 500 pounds.
• Must be self-motivated and professional and perform assigned work without constant supervision.
• Knowledge and understanding of ISO 9001 is preferred.
• Must be willing to work any shift as needed.