Quality Control Inspector - Somerset West

Job Summary:

The Quality Control Inspector in the Plastic Injection Moulding Department is responsible for inspecting products, materials, and processes to ensure they meet quality standards and comply with industry specifications. This role includes assessing the quality of incoming materials/products, in-process products, and finished items, ensuring that defective products are identified and corrective actions are recommended.

Responsibilities:

Product Inspection:

• Perform regular quality checks on raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods to verify they meet established quality standards.

Process Monitoring:

• Monitor and document injection moulding processes to ensure consistency and compliance with specifications.

Defect Identification:

• Identify defects or deviations from specifications, document findings, and report to the Quality Control Team Leader.

Documentation:

• Maintain accurate and detailed inspection records, including product samples and any non-conformance findings.

Testing Procedures:

• Conduct and document standard tests, such as dimensional checks, visual inspections, and functional tests, using precision measuring equipment (e.g., gauges).

Continuous Improvement:

• Provide feedback on potential areas for improvement to production teams and support corrective action implementation.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with production and engineering teams to address quality issues and implement solutions.

Training Support:

• Assist in training production staff on quality standards and inspection procedures as required.

Safety Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with safety and health regulations during inspections and handling of materials.

Any other ad-hoc task as given to you by your line-manager

Requirements:

• Matric certificate or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year of experience in quality inspection or manufacturing (injection moulding preferred)
• Familiarity with injection moulding processes and common plastic defects (e.g., flash, sink, warping)
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, part specifications, and inspection standards
• 1 year experience in the use of precision measuring tools, e.g.

1. Vernier callipers
2. Micrometres
3. Height gauges
4. Go/no-go gauges

• Basic understanding of quality standards (e.g., ISO 9001) and inspection procedures
• Strong attention to detail and ability to spot visual and dimensional defects*
• Physical Requirements:

1. Ability to stand for long periods
2. Lift parts or tools
3. Comfortable working in production floor environment (hot, noisy, etc.)

• Basic computer skills for data entry and reporting*
• Good communication skills to report findings and work with production staff