Quality Engineer

Job Description

Company Overview:

There is something exciting about being on the front end of product development and evolution. PTA Corporation, a plastic injection molder and tool builder, is an “entrepreneurial” manufacturer whose customers are leaders in the medical device, defense, homeland security and technology industries including Fortune 500 OEMs. Business has started to grow dramatically. And we are currently looking for an experienced Quality Engineer to join our team.

At PTA Plastics, we’re more than just a manufacturer; we partner with Fortune 500 OEMs in the medical device, defense, homeland security, and technology sectors, constantly pushing the boundaries of product development and manufacturing excellence. As an employee-owned company, every team member has a stake in our success, creating a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment where innovation thrives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control processes to ensure compliance with industry standards, customer requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
• Perform statistical process control (SPC) analysis and recommend process improvements to enhance product quality.
• Organization of metrology lab to ensure accurate project commitments and equipment scheduling.
• Interface with external customers to address their needs as related to product quality concerns and data requirements.
• Research validity of customer requests to return product.
• Lead root cause/corrective action/effectiveness verification activities.
• Develop, test, and implement effective and efficient product measurement methods / related quality records.
• Analyze product quality performance using statistical tools and methods.
• Assist with tool qualification and part approval activities, including first article inspection, capability studies, data analysis, PPAP documentation and formal report preparation and submittal.
• Assist with process validation activities, including product measurement and data analysis.
• Lead Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility study, shrink study, and PFMEA activities.
• Lead/conduct quality management system internal audits.
• Assist with development and implementation of ISO QMS documentation and required records.
• Attend and provide input during print review meetings & fixture design meetings.
• Lead/conduct quality management system internal audits.
• Provide training and guidance to production teams on quality standards, inspection techniques, and best practices.
• Work closely with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to address quality concerns and implement process enhancements.
• Coordinate special projects as required.
• Other duties as assigned by the Quality Supervisor.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of experience in quality engineering within a plastics manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with injection molding, extrusion, or other plastics manufacturing processes.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.

Equal Employment Opportunity & ADA Compliance Statement:

PTA Plastics is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities. As part of this commitment, PTA Plastics complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Connecticut’s Fair Employment Practices Act (CFEPA), which prohibit discrimination against individuals with disabilities in hiring, job assignments, promotions, compensation, benefits, training, and other aspects of employment.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process or to perform the essential functions of this position, please contact HR@ptaplastics.com. Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with applicable laws to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job duties.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.