Job description:

The Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for ensuring manufacturing process compliance, executing quality gates, conducting first-piece approvals, supporting containment activities, and reinforcing a culture of quality throughout operations. This role serves as the operational backbone of the quality management system.
Key Responsibilities

• Perform First Piece Approvals and process verifications.
• Execute quality gate inspections throughout manufacturing.
• Perform process audits and layered process audits.
• Support containment activities for nonconforming products.
• Verify implementation and effectiveness of corrective actions.
• Monitor compliance to manufacturing procedures and standards.
• Support SMS implementation and compliance activities.
• Coach operators and supervisors on quality requirements.
• Participate in root cause investigations and continuous improvement projects.

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• 3+ years manufacturing or aerospace quality experience.
• Knowledge of AS9100 standards is preferred.
• Experience with auditing, inspections, and quality systems.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Success Metrics

• First Piece Approval Cycle Time
• Quality Gate Effectiveness
• Audit Compliance
• Escape Reduction
• Corrective Action Effectiveness
• Process Compliance Performance
  
  
  

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

Great company with a strong growth trajectory. Annual bonus at 40% which pays out quarterly. 2 week shut downs twice a year, July and December.

Salary Type : Annual Salary

Salary Min : $ 70000

Salary Max : $ 80000

Currency Type : USD