Quality Assurance Specialist I
About The Position
The Quality Assurance Specialist I supports Cambridge Technologies’ Manufacturing Departments by assisting with documentation review and product release to maintain USDA compliance and internal quality standards. The role reports to the Quality Manager and is classified as non-exempt. The position involves reviewing manufacturing records, assisting with product disposition and regulatory reporting, supporting inspections, improving documentation, and collecting and reviewing quality and manufacturing data. The employee is expected to handle confidential documents, contribute to continuous improvement, follow safety and company policies, and work and communicate effectively with a team. This is an onsite role requiring regular in-person attendance. The work includes extended computer use and a mix of sitting, standing, and walking, along with occasional lifting of materials.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of quality experience in a manufacturing setting.
- Proficiency in standard office software.
- Ability to communicate effectively and read and interpret documents.
- Ability to calculate figures and amounts as directed.
- Ability to apply common sense, problem-solve, plan, prioritize, and organize.
- Ability to work at a computer workstation for extended periods.
- Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods; handle, feel, and manipulate objects; reach and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity; occasionally stoop, kneel, or crouch; and communicate through speaking and hearing.
- Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds, with occasional lifting up to 40 pounds.
- Good visual acuity.
- Regular in-person attendance at the worksite; remote and hybrid work are not available.
Responsibilities
- Review manufacturing documentation and supporting information.
- Assist in determining final product disposition, including approval or rejection.
- Assist in providing USDA/CVB with required final product data and disposition.
- Assist during internal or external inspections.
- Assist in creating improved or new forms for documenting quality or manufacturing activities.
- Enter data accurately to support collection and review of material and product information and internal performance metrics.
- Handle confidential manufacturing and quality documents.
- Participate in identifying and implementing continuous process improvement activities.
- Comply with internal safety requirements and promote safety in all work areas.
- Act in accordance with company policies and delegated authorities.
- Communicate and work effectively within a team.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
