Corporate Quality Engineer at Plastipak Packaging Inc. in Plymouth, Michigan

Job Description:

Plastipak Packaging is a global industry leader in the design, manufacturing, and recycling of plastic rigid containers. Our list of customers include some of the worlds most recognized and respected brands such as Procter & Gamble, Kraft Foods and Pepsi, just to name a few. Our commitment to our employees is demonstrated in numerous awards for innovation, environmental sustainability, and corporate citizenship.

Plastipak follows industry leading protocols to address COVID-19, including regular disinfection, electrostatic cleaning and temperature sensing kiosks at most locations.  We strictly adhere to all CDC guidelines to provide a safe working environment for our associates and visitors; including face coverings, social distancing, and hand sanitizer stations.

Named one of America's Best Mid-Sized Employers by Forbes in 2021, ​ Plastipak offers many great benefits, including:

• MEDICAL, DENTAL AND VISION INSURANCE


• PAID TIME OFF (PTO) AND COMPANY HOLIDAYS


• PART TIME AND FULL TIME OPPORTUNITIES


• 401(K) AND PROFIT SHARING PLAN WITH COMPANY MATCH


• TUITION ASSISTANCE


• COMPANY PAID LIFE INSURANCE AND DISABILITY


• DEPENDENT CARE FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT


• TELEMEDICINE


• PET INSURANCE


• TECHNICAL SKILLS TRAINING


• LEADERSHIP TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES


• REFERRAL BONUS PROGRAM

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Plastipak is an equal opportunity employer.

Position Description

We are seeking a motivated, driven individual who is looking to accelerate their career growth within the largest privately-held rigid plastics manufacturer in North America. We are a growth-oriented organization, looking for an individual who would like broad exposure to the different facets of our manufacturing processes and ultimately, possesses the expertise to lead our sites by focusing on driving quality improvements throughout each location, using Statistical Process Controls and other Lean Six Sigma Quality tools.

Responsibilities:

• Drive a culture of process control and variability reduction at the manufacturing locations


• Assist in the maintenance and further development of QM module in SAP across the company


• Work with the plants, process teams & IT to determine the key variables to track and monitor on our production lines.


• Develop and reinforce standardized program for maintenance of automated production/in-line inspection systems.


• Define specifications, work with 3rd party vendors to design & validate inline quality inspection systems.


• Lead Process Improvement teams using Lean Six Sigma principles to drive down cost of quality.


• Administer and coordinate SPC and Problem Solving Tools training in plants


• Responsible for identifying & publishing key quality metrics to the organization


• Assists in interpreting SPC data to improve and understand production processes to increase quality and efficiency.


• Review training systems for SPC and drive program for effective implementation at all plants


• Develops inspection and sampling procedures by working with Quality Analysts to assure control of quality at the most economical costs.

Qualifications:

• Four year degree required (Statistics or Engineering preferred)


• At least one year of experience in a manufacturing environment utilizing lean six sigma tools, SPC/Analytics software packages preferred


• Ability to travel up to 50% globally


• Experience working with automated quality inspection systems preferred


• Energetic self-starter and eagerness to explore new technology

Why should you apply?

You may be eligible for:

• MEDICAL, DENTAL AND VISION INSURANCE


• PAID TIME OFF (PTO) AND COMPANY HOLIDAYS


• PART TIME AND FULL TIME OPPORTUNITIES


• 401(K) AND PROFIT SHARING PLAN WITH COMPANY MATCH


• TUITION ASSISTANCE


• COMPANY PAID LIFE INSURANCE AND DISABILITY


• DEPENDENT CARE FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT


• TELEMEDICINE


• PET INSURANCE


• TECHNICAL SKILLS TRAINING


• LEADERSHIP TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES


• REFERRAL BONUS PROGRAM