Quality Control Specialist

Responsibilities

• Support Sourcing Specialists and Supplier Quality Engineers/Quality Assurance Engineers with supplier qualification and approval processes.
• Plan and perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections on materials and components, either in-process or out-going at supplier site, or in-coming at client, per established sampling plans.
• Document inspection results accurately in QMS or ERP systems per Document Control and Records Management procedures.
• Observe/Perform supplier-conducted inspection processes as needed.
• Support supplier corrective actions (SCARs) by providing inspection data and defect analysis.
• Communicate nonconformance findings to suppliers and internal teams promptly.
• Maintain inspection records, certificates of compliance, and traceability documentation.
• Prepare daily/weekly reports on incoming quality performance and defect trends.
• Ensure proper labeling and segregation of accepted and rejected materials.
• Work closely with Procurement, Engineering, and Quality Engineers to resolve supplier-related issues.
• Aid in training new team members on inspection techniques and quality standards.
• Identify recurring defects and escalate to Quality Engineers for root cause analysis.
• Suggest improvements to inspection processes and supplier quality practices.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology; or comparable vocational training in quality or manufacturing or relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• Minimum of 3 years of quality control/ supplier quality representative experience in manufacturing/fabrication environments.
• Must currently possess or be able to obtain / maintain an active level Q security clearance.
• Experience using precision measurement tools to verify compliance with drawings and specifications.
• Accuracy & Detail Orientation; ensures precise measurements and documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; identify defects and support resolution.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities; ensure clear reporting of inspection results and issues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and quality management software.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline.
• ASQ Certified Quality Technician (CQT) or equivalent.
• Experience with quality management systems and standards (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AS9100), NQA-1.
• Exposure to (PPAP), (FAI), and supplier quality processes.

Required QC Inspection Credentials

• Candidates must be certified in three or more of the following Nondestructive Testing (NDT) methods, either by a previous employer or through a national certification agency: