Quality Specialist

Canopy A&D•Riverside, CA

19d•Onsite

About The Position

MSM Industries, LLC is an ISO 9001:2015-certified manufacturing business serving the U.S. Navy and its prime contractors. It provides advanced material solutions for signature reduction, vibration and acoustic management, and environmental control, as well as system integration and assembly. MSM is part of Canopy Aerospace & Defense, which supplies specialized materials and components for space, defense, and maritime systems. The Quality Specialist collects, enters, maintains, and analyzes quality-related data in support of the Quality Assurance team. The role ensures quality documentation is accurate, current, and compliant with internal standards and external regulations. The specialist works closely with the inspection team and supports Quality Inspection and Engineering by providing timely access to data and documentation. Aerospace experience is not required; training will be provided. This is a full-time, hourly position based in Riverside, California. Business hours are 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. PST, with no travel. The listed pay range is $32–$35 per hour; actual level and base salary may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. The role may involve working in office, lab, and manufacturing environments, with occasional exposure to noise, chemicals, dust, industrial equipment, and temperature variations. Applicants must have professional working proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English. To comply with U.S. Government export regulations, applicants must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations. MSM Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company may use AI tools to support parts of hiring, but final decisions are made by humans.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
1–2 years of experience in a clerical, administrative, or quality-related role.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Professional working proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
Ability to work in office, lab, and manufacturing environments, with occasional exposure to noise, chemicals, dust, industrial equipment, and temperature variations.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working at a computer workstation.
Frequent use of hands and fingers for data entry, keyboarding, and mouse use; ability to view computer screens for prolonged periods.
Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and via email, and to use a computer to complete assignments.
Meet U.S. Government export-control eligibility requirements: be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual as defined by U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or certification in quality or data management.
Experience with ERP or quality management systems.
Familiarity with manufacturing or aerospace industry standards.
Basic understanding of quality control processes and terminology.
Ability to navigate digital platforms and perform basic troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

Enter and maintain quality data in databases and spreadsheets with a high degree of accuracy.
Assist in preparing and maintaining quality documentation, including inspection records.
Support the Quality Inspection and Engineering teams by providing timely access to data and documentation.
Maintain the confidentiality and integrity of quality records and sensitive information.
Create ballooned drawings.
Complete AS9102 and dimensional inspection reports.
Work closely with the inspection team.