Position OverviewPalmetto Plastics is seeking a hands-on Quality Control Manager to oversee product quality directly on the manufacturing floor. This is not a desk-based role. The ideal candidate will be actively involved in inspecting, testing, and verifying product quality throughout production.
This role is critical to maintaining product integrity, reducing waste, and ensuring consistent output across all operations.
Key ResponsibilitiesPerform hands-on inspection and testing of materials and finished products
Use measurement tools (calipers, gauges, etc.) to verify product specifications
Conduct random and scheduled quality checks throughout production
Monitor:
Identify defects, root causes, and work with production to implement corrections
Maintain basic documentation of quality issues and corrective actions
Work alongside leadership and external consultants to implement practical quality processes
Ensure consistency in product performance and adherence to specifications
Qualifications3โ7 years of experience in manufacturing quality control (plastics preferred)
Hands-on experience with measurement and inspection tools
Proven ability to identify and address quality issues in real time
Comfortable working on the production floor for the majority of the day
Willingness to take ownership and enforce quality standards, even under pressure
What Weโre Looking ForSomeone who is action-oriented, not paperwork-focused
A person who will walk the floor, touch the product, and verify quality firsthand
Comfortable making tough calls, including stopping production when necessary
Practical thinker who focuses on solving problems, not creating bureaucracy