Quality Engineering Technician Polymer

The role

This person will own quality on the polymer production line by performing process and product audits. They will lead the Material Review Board process and analyze production data to prevent escapes.

What you will do

• Contain production line issues with documented investigations and corrective actions
• Lead the MRB process end-to-end including segregation and disposition of nonconforming material
• Track process audit compliance across polymer assembly operations
• Identify emerging trends through continuous production data analysis
• Collect and report product audit data such as destructive pull tests and hardness measurements

Required qualifications

• 5+ years working in a polymer or materials production environment such as adhesives, fabrics, or fibers
• Hands-on experience with adhesive dispensing processes and associated failure modes
• Demonstrated experience leading root cause investigations and containment activities on a production line
• Data analysis proficiency in Excel, JMP, or Minitab
• Familiarity with quality methods including PFMEA and Control Plans
• Associate's degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field

Nice to have

• Experience leading or participating in a formal Material Review Board (MRB) process
• Hands-on experience with mechanical testing: pull testers, Shore hardness gauges, or similar
• Familiarity with a quality management system (QMS) or ISO 9001 environments
• Experience in a high-growth or startup manufacturing environment where processes are actively being developed

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous paid time off, company holidays, and parental leave
• 401(k) plan with company match (100% on the first 3% of contributions, 50% on the next 2%)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) options
• Commuter benefits (transit and parking)
• Short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, financial, and personal support
• Onsite snacks and catered lunches

About the company

1X builds humanoid robots that work in homes to do chores and handle tasks. They are developing NEO, a flagship home robot designed to move, learn, and operate in the real world.