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
- Perform dimensional inspections, physical property testing, and material verification on HDPE pipe products according to ASTM, AWWA, and other applicable standards.
- Monitor production processes to ensure compliance with quality specifications.
- Collect and analyze data from inline and offline testing, documenting results accurately.
- Identify and report nonconformances, assisting in root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Operate and maintain laboratory equipment such as micrometers, Pi-Tapes, densimeters, burst testers, and tensile testing machines.
- Conduct visual inspections of product print lines, appearance, and overall finish quality.
- Support production teams with quality-related issues, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum product consistency.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and quality system audits.
- Perform physical labor tasks such as assisting in unloading virgin resin via the silo vacuum system, ensuring safe handling and accurate material verification.
- Maintain compliance with all safety and environmental requirements.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or coursework in plastics, materials science, or quality systems preferred.
- Prior experience in manufacturing, plastics, or quality control strongly desired.
- Familiarity with ASTM and AWWA testing standards related to HDPE pipe manufacturing.
- Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving ability.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform physical tasks in support of production and quality operations.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Work Environment
- This position operates in both laboratory and production floor settings.
- Regular exposure to manufacturing noise, machinery, and physical activity is expected.
- Shift work or overtime may be required to ensure continuous quality coverage.
Company Overview
Infra Pipes has over 60 years of experience specializing in the design, manufacture, and custom fabrication of engineered polyethylene systems for water, wastewater, and stormwater management applications. We provide full-service engineering support and custom solutions to meet project-specific requirements across North America.
Benefits
Infra Pipes offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental coverage, retirement savings, paid time off, tuition and professional development assistance, and eligibility for incentive compensation.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Infra Pipes is an equal-opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, provincial, or local law.
Assistance
Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require an accommodation, please submit a request through the application system.
Right to Work
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located. For U.S.-based roles, Infra Pipes participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.