Quality Specialist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Technical Writing, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 3–5 years of experience in a QA or Quality Engineering role, ideally within a regulated environment (e.g., Manufacturing, Aerospace, Medical Devices, or Software/IT depending on your industry).
• Strong proficiency with QMS software and digital document control systems.
• Solid understanding of statistical analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Minitab, SPC charts) to interpret process data.
• Familiarity with calibration standards and tracking tools.
• High attention to detail, strong cross-functional communication, objective problem-solving mindset, and clear technical writing abilities.

Nice To Haves

• ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt.

Responsibilities

• Quality Management System (QMS) Ownership: Maintain, update, and audit the company’s QMS documentation (SOPs, work instructions, quality manuals) to ensure alignment with industry regulations and standards.
• Data Collection & Health Monitoring: Establish KPIs, collect performance data, and perform statistical analysis to proactively monitor product and process health, identifying trends, defects, and areas for improvement.
• Supplier Quality Management: Partner with suppliers to define quality expectations, conduct supplier audits, and collaboratively implement Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) to improve inbound material and process quality.
• Equipment & Calibration Management: Manage the schedule, execution, and documentation of all equipment calibrations and maintenance to guarantee inspection and testing accuracy.
• Root Cause Analysis & CAPA: Lead investigations into product deviations, customer complaints, or internal non-conformances, utilizing root-cause analysis methodologies (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone) to implement permanent solutions.
• Cross-Functional Support: Train internal teams on quality protocols, compliance standards, and document control best practices.