Quality Engineer - Injection Molding

Job Title:

Quality Engineer -

Injection Molding Location:

Spartanburg, SC Shift:

1st, 7AM - 3:10PM This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with a growing manufacturing company specializing in plastic injection-molded components . We are seeking a hands-on Quality Engineer with experience in manufacturing and direct exposure to injection molding processes . The ideal candidate has a strong balance of quality systems (PFMEA, Control Plans, FAI) and floor-level execution (CAPA, SPC, capability studies) , with the ability to identify and resolve molding-related defects. This role offers strong visibility, customer interaction, and long-term growth potential in a fast-paced production environment. Required Skills & Qualifications 3-5+ years of Quality Engineering experience in manufacturing , with at least 1-2 years of direct exposure to plastic injection molding processes (required) Working knowledge of injection molding defects and process behavior (short shots, flash, sink, warp, burn, splay, etc.) Strong experience with PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and CAPA Experience supporting

PPAP / APQP

activities Proven ability to lead root cause analysis and corrective actions Proficiency in GD&T and blueprint interpretation Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.) Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship Preferred Skills & Qualifications Experience in automotive or regulated manufacturing environments Familiarity with Plex, BuyOne, or similar customer quality systems Experience with CMM operation (no programming required) Experience supporting mold trials, validation, and capability studies (Cp/Cpk) Working knowledge of

ISO 9001

with audit participation experience Exposure to Lean / Continuous Improvement methodologies Experience collaborating with Quality Technicians on inspection and FAI activities Day-to-Day Responsibilities Lead root cause analysis and CAPA for molding-related defects and process variation Develop and maintain PFMEAs, Control Plans, and inspection plans aligned to molding processes Monitor and analyze SPC data, scrap trends, and process capability (Cp/Cpk) Support new product and mold launches , including validation and documentation readiness Act as primary quality contact for customer issues , including PPAP submissions Coordinate containment and disposition of nonconforming material Partner with Quality Technicians on inspection activities and First Article Inspection (FAI) support Ensure compliance with

ISO 9001

standards and audit requirements Physical and Environment Requirements Physical expectations and working conditions associated with the job may include: standing, walking, or sitting for extended periods; lifting materials as needed; and working in a manufacturing environment with regular exposure to the production floor. Company Benefits & Culture This organization offers a hands-on, team-oriented culture with a strong focus on quality, accountability, and continuous improvement. The role provides high visibility, cross-functional collaboration, and long-term career growth. Competitive salary with performance-based bonus potential 401(k) with company match and full healthcare benefits Opportunity for full-time conversion and career advancement Collaborative, floor-driven engineering environment Exposure to customer-facing quality systems and manufacturing operations INDQSS2