Primary Responsibilities

• Implement company policies and regulatory quality standards across all product manufacturing processes.
• Perform, document, and evaluate chemical and physical tests to control production processes and ensure the quality of in-process and finished goods.
• Audit and review quality data in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintain records for compliance and nonconformance management, including root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Identify and report deviations from quality standards and practices to supervisors and shift leadership.
• Develop and implement quality control procedures to ensure consistency and adherence to regulatory and company standards.
• Create or update protocols for capturing, investigating, and documenting product complaints.
• Investigate product quality issues and oversee resolutions in alignment with company policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Verify that active processes conform to standard operating procedures and specifications.
• Provide technical support and guidance for project work and experimental initiatives in collaboration with department managers.
• Identify rejected materials, ensuring proper classification, disposition, and resolution.
• Record and analyze data from experimental and project-related workflows, offering relevant insights and technical recommendations.
• Recommend improvements to processes, best practices, and product evaluation protocols to enhance operational efficiency.
• Conduct process audits based on established operational procedures to ensure consistent adherence to quality and safety practices.
• Perform other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Job Requirements

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in metallurgy, chemistry, or a related field.
• Five years of professional experience in Quality Assurance, with a preference for industrial manufacturing environments.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong understanding of quality assurance principles, methodologies, terminology, and tools.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical documents, including professional journals, governmental regulations, and business periodicals.
• Capable of writing clear and concise reports, business correspondence, and procedural documentation.
• Adept at delivering presentations and responding to inquiries from colleagues, clients, and stakeholders.

Mathematical & Technical Proficiency:

• Advanced knowledge of mathematical concepts such as probability, statistical inference, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply mathematical concepts to solve practical issues in quality control and manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in Word Processing, Spreadsheet, and Database software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).

Work Environment & Conditions

• Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Noise levels are typically moderate, and accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing shifts or schedules as determined by management.
• Ability to work overtime as required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
• Prior experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Capability to sit for extended periods.
• Regularly walk stairs and traverse the plant multiple times during a shift.
• Ability to work in non-climate-controlled environments.
• Capable of lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 15 lbs.
• Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.