Quality Specialist

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**