Quality Engineer

Role details

Compounding Solutions is a leading manufacturer of custom thermoplastic materials, primarily supporting the medical device industry. Our manufacturing site in Lewiston, Maine supplies the largest medical companies located here in the US and in 29 countries worldwide. The materials we produce impact the quality of people's lives. For over 20years, Compounding Solutions has sustained consistent growth by focusing on continuous improvement, investing in R&D and innovative technologies, maintaining a robust quality management system, and offering outstanding customer service.

We are seeking a motivated individual who will be able to support the rapid growth of our manufacturing capabilities to join our team. Initial training will ensure this individual understands and can accurately complete all tasks conducted by the Quality Control Technicians. This involves obtaining samples of material from incoming or production and performing the necessary quality tests including microscopy, rheometry (melt flow index and viscosity), ash content, durometer, mechanical properties, density, and color analysis.

Following initial training, the focus of this position will shift to broader aspects of quali9ty which will include tasks such as data trending and analysis, auditing, completing validations on processes or equipment, and change management.

Other Duties & Responsibilities of the Position will include:

• Testing of products being developed includes but is not limited to: Spectroscopy, FTIR analysis, physical properties (tensile, flex, tear) density, melt flow index, rheometry, impact resistance, abrasion resistance, coefficient of friction, ash content, hardness, etc.
• Persistent work ethic and interest in the assigned projects to the point where the employee stays involved with multiple projects at a time and follows each task through to completion.
• Organizing collected data so it can be easily reviewed and so that it contains all the necessary information.
• Attention to detail will be important to ensure that all specifications are met for a particular product.

A Successful Candidate should have the following skill set:

• BS in Engineering or Science
• Understanding of scientific method, the importance of proper documentation (proper records of lab equipment utilized, sample preparation procedures, testing conditions, etc.) and design of experiments
• Willingness to learn
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Able to effectively communicate with management and personnel across departments.
• General computer knowledge, including use of Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K

Life, STD & LTD Insurance (100% company paid)

Paid Holidays, PTO Program, Perfect Attendance Program, & Paid Sick Leave

Daycare & Gym Reimbursement Programs

Nightshift Benefits

$3.00 Differential, $1500 bonus every 6mths

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Laboratory Experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person