Quality Assurance - 1st shift

Accelevation•Houston, MS

1d•$22 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for monitoring and supporting Operations to ensure product quality and compliance with internal procedures, customer requirements, and applicable standards. This role performs routine inspections and process audits, verifies conformance to drawings and work instructions, and supports the management of nonconformances. The Quality Assurance Specialist also assists with root cause analysis and corrective actions, maintains accurate quality records, and promotes consistent adherence to the Quality Management System (QMS). Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, clear communication, and effective collaboration with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams.

Requirements

Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
Ability to perform inspections with basic measurement tools (calipers, tape measures, gauges).
Competence in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) with strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams.
Strong attention to detail, commitment to quality culture, and ability to support QMS requirements including documentation and process adherence.

Nice To Haves

Experience in ISO 9001 manufacturing or fabrication environments
Background in quality inspection, process audits, nonconformance management, NCRs, CAPA, or structured problem-solving
Understanding of manufacturing workflows such as fabrication, machining, assembly, or material handling.
Experience with 5S or Lean/Six Sigma.
Exposure to supplier quality management or vendor inspections.

Responsibilities

Perform in-process and final inspections on parts, assemblies, and finished goods to ensure compliance with specifications and requirements.
Conduct routine process audits to verify adherence to Work Instructions, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and 5S practices.
Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement.
Document and report nonconforming materials, initiate NCRs, and support root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) activities.
Support the QMS by enforcing Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
Provide feedback to improve work instructions, inspection criteria, and overall process efficiency.
Participate in internal and external audits, as needed, to support compliance efforts.
Maintain accurate quality records and inspection data.