Quality Associate

Vertical Laboratories • Glendale, CA

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

Keep an accredited aerospace lab running at its best. Our customers trust our test reports on flight and subsea hardware because our quality system backs every result. As Quality Associate, you'll work directly with our Quality Manager to maintain and improve that system. You'll cover documentation, calibration, corrective actions, and audits by A2LA, DLA, and Nadcap. It's a role where you'll learn how an accredited lab really works, from the inside.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field, or equivalent relevant work experience.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and Google Workspace.
• Strong organization and follow-through, and a clear, respectful communication style with engineers, technicians, and customers.
• Applicants must be U.S. persons (U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Nice To Haves

• Experience with ISO/IEC 17025 or ISO 9001 preferred.
• Calibration or metrology experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create, edit, and review procedures, work instructions, forms, and templates, and keep them current with lab practice.
• Track corrective actions through closure.
• Manage the calibration program: schedule, quotes, POs, vendor shipments, and check-in; assist with in-house calibrations.
• Maintain equipment maintenance and repair records and employee training records.
• Assist with internal audits and support external assessments by A2LA, DLA, Nadcap, and customers.
• Review data sheets and test reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Help roll out and communicate quality system improvements across the lab.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with 4% company match.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Employee bonus program.
• Ongoing training and continuing education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level