Quality Assurance Specialist 1- (ON-SITE)

APM Manufacturing•Orange, CA
•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Assurance Specialist I supports the company’s quality management system (QMS) and helps ensure that manufacturing processes and products comply with internal procedures, customer requirements, and applicable aerospace industry standards. This entry-level position assists with documentation control, quality audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role works with production, engineering, and inspection teams and operates in a combination of office and manufacturing-floor settings. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when on the production floor.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Nice To Haves

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
  • 0–2 years of experience in quality assurance, manufacturing, or an aerospace environment.

Responsibilities

  • Support the maintenance and administration of the company’s Quality Management System (QMS).
  • Assist in ensuring compliance with aerospace quality standards such as AS9100.
  • Review procedures, work instructions, and records for accuracy and compliance.
  • Assist with internal audits and support external audits conducted by customers or certification bodies.
  • Help track and maintain corrective and preventive action (CAPA) records.
  • Monitor and report quality metrics and performance indicators.
  • Assist in investigating nonconforming materials and quality issues.
  • Support document control, including revision tracking and record retention.
  • Work with production, engineering, and inspection teams to ensure quality requirements are understood and followed.
  • Maintain quality records in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
  • Participate in continuous improvement and quality system enhancement initiatives.

Benefits

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
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