Quality Specialist

5-month contract (potential extension) on first shift, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Quality Specialist to support day-to-day material management operations and provide critical support during a temporary resource gap within the engineering organization. This role will focus on material handling, inventory coordination, administrative tracking, and quality-focused support activities. The ideal candidate is highly organized, adaptable to changing priorities, and possesses a strong quality mindset.

Responsibilities

• Locate, identify, and retrieve materials to support operational and engineering needs.
• Accurately label, sort, organize, and track materials throughout the facility.
• Record and maintain material movement and inventory data within company systems.
• Coordinate activities and communicate effectively with other Material Handlers and cross-functional teams.
• Perform administrative tasks related to material management, inventory tracking, and documentation.
• Support engineering teams by assisting with investigations and helping identify potential root causes of material-related issues.
• Ensure materials are properly documented and available to support production, testing, and engineering activities.
• Utilize Quest and other internal systems to maintain accurate records and support workflow requirements.
• Follow established quality procedures and promote compliance with company standards.
• Adapt to changing priorities and assist with additional material handling responsibilities as business needs evolve.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–5 years of experience in material handling, inventory control, warehouse operations, manufacturing support, or a related field.
• Experience with inventory management, material tracking, labeling, and documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Comfortable performing administrative and computer-based tasks.
• Basic experience working within inventory or tracking software systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in Quality Assurance, Quality Control, or a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with Good Documentation Practices (GDP/GDMP).
• Experience supporting engineering, manufacturing, or technical operations teams.
• Experience using Quest or similar inventory/material management systems.

Physical Requirements

• Must be ambulatory and capable of moving throughout the facility for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, move, organize, and transport materials in accordance with company safety guidelines.
• Frequent walking, standing, bending, and reaching may be required.

Desired Soft Skills

• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Ability to quickly shift gears and support changing operational needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Problem-solving mindset with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.