Quality Specialist

Pay Type: Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401k with match, Paid time off and Holiday pay + various voluntary benefits. The Quality Specialist is responsible for developing, maintaining, and improving manufacturing processes and documentation to support safe, efficient, and high-quality production operations. This role works closely with Engineering, Production, and Quality to ensure accurate documentation, effective implementation of engineering changes, and strong alignment between design intent and shop-floor execution. The Quality Specialist plays a key role in supporting ISO 9001 requirements, strengthening process control, and driving continuous improvement across assembly operations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Support the creation and maintenance of process documentation and clear work instructions, ensuring accuracy, revision control, and compliance with ISO 9001 requirements Facilitate the creation of visual aids for manufacturing for the proper assembly process based on engineering designs and drawings as a supplement to the work instructions Serve as primary support with problem and root cause identification between Engineering and Production for assembly-related questions and issues Schedule and conduct layered process audits to verify adherence to standard work and defined quality requirements Support the Integrated Management System, including audit readiness, documentation control, and corrective action follow-up Drive process-focused continuous improvement initiatives across the organization (standard work, flow, quality) to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve product quality Manage implementation of engineering changes to ensure controlled and efficient release to the shop floor (APQP management) Support new product introduction by developing efficient, repeatable, and compliant manufacturing processes. Position Requirements (knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform satisfactorily in the position): Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, assembly operations, and production workflows Ability to build and conduct a layered process audit structure Ability to interpret engineering drawings and bills of material (BOMs) Experience developing work instructions, process documentation, and standard work Knowledge of ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills Ability to take PDF and CAD engineering drawings and turn them into assembly drawings as an aid to the work instructions Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally between Engineering and Production High attention to detail with a focus on documentation accuracy and process control Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Strong organizational and time management skills High School diploma or GED is required (associate or bachelor’s degree in a technical field preferred) 2–5 years of experience in a manufacturing, engineering support, or process-focused role Experience supporting production operations or assembly environments preferred Exposure to engineering change processes and documentation control systems preferred Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, 5S, standard work) preferred Basic CAD experience or ability to interpret and support drawings preferred Must have a valid driver’s license Physical Demands: Standing over 1/3 of time. Walking under 1/3 of time. Sitting under 2/3 of time. Talking over 2/3 of time. Lifting up to 20 lbs. under 1/3 of time. Hearing all the time. Keyboarding 2/3 of time. Close and color vision over 2/3 of time. Regular and reliable attendance Reading and interpreting instructions all the time. English and grammar usage skills over 2/3 of time. MAS is an equal opportunity employer. Employment opportunities are based on an individual's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. All employment opportunities are provided without regard to race, color, age, sex, familial status, religion, national origin, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected status. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, selection, job assignment, promotions, transfers, compensation, discipline, termination, layoff, access to benefits and training, and all other conditions and privileges of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr