Quality Assurance Technician

Position Summary

The Quality Assurance (QA) Technician is responsible for monitoring, inspecting, and ensuring product quality and compliance within an HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene) pipe manufacturing environment. This role requires close attention to detail, technical knowledge of testing standards, and the ability to support production teams in maintaining compliance with industry regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Product Inspection & Testing

• Examine product (internal and external) for surface defects such as discoloration, cracks, splits, waves, or dimples.
• Inspect coils for proper taping and inside diameter.
• Review all product printing to verify accuracy of markings; escalate deviations immediately.
• Measure and record product dimensions : wall thickness, OD, ID, ovality, and OOR.
• Conduct visual inspections of pipe, retains, and samples to identify defects.
• Test and evaluate all retains submitted by Production QC.
• Inspect returned goods, complete required documentation, and determine disposition.

Documentation & Reporting

Quality Systems, Audits & Compliance

Support to Production & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Customer Samples & Regulatory Testing

Health & Safety

Qualifications

Work Environment