What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Assurance Specialist position at Specialized Fabrication Equipment Group LLC?
Position: Quality Assurance Specialist
Reports to: Director of Quality
Location: 2712 East 2nd Street, Newberg, OR 97132 (Onsite)
Join Our Team as a Quality Assurance Specialist!
Are you passionate about precision, quality, and continuous improvement? S.F.E. Group, a leading force in global industrial machining, is looking for a Quality Assurance Specialist who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced environment. In this critical role, you’ll be the gatekeeper of product excellence—ensuring every component that leaves our facility meets the highest standards of accuracy, compliance, and performance. If you're ready to bring your technical expertise to a company that values innovation and craftsmanship, we want to hear from you!
About the company:
The S.F.E. Group is formed with the vision of merging various fabrication tool businesses and brands together to offer the world’s most comprehensive range of orbital welding, pipe fabrication, precision engineered applications and cutting solutions for a wide variety of industries. S.F.E. Group’s unrivalled offering of complementing industrial tools is brought to its customers all around the world through its expanding global presence and extensive partner network (250 ), offering an unmatched level of local availability, support and service. Visit our website for more information and specific details about the multiple brands who now come together to form S.F.E. Group!
What You'll Do:
In this role, you’ll be at the heart of product integrity—ensuring our components and finished goods meet every critical spec. You’ll be the go-to for inspections, measurements, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement. You will:
- Perform hands-on inspection, testing, and analysis of parts, assemblies, and purchased components
- Operate a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) to inspect and validate dimensions with precision
- Review engineering drawings, measure Critical to Quality (CTQ) dimensions, and sign off on final configurations
- Document first article inspections and other QA activities according to standard operating procedures
- Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Logistics, and Suppliers to solve quality-related challenges
- Mentor and train teammates on QA tools, including GD&T, inspection techniques, and CMM use
- Manage and track inspection activities, non-conformance reports (NCMRs), corrective actions, and internal audits
- Lead or support third-party inspections and customer audits
- Contribute to process improvements using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
- Demonstrate a self-starting attitude, technical agility, and a commitment to getting it right—every time
What We’re Looking For:
We’re looking for someone who is hands-on, process-oriented, and ready to drive quality at every level.
- Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education and 4–6 years’ experience in quality or manufacturing
- Strong background in machining, tooling, CNC/manual machining, or inspection in a manufacturing setting
- Proficiency with precision measuring instruments and inspection documentation
- Experience with GD&T, ISO standards, Six Sigma, NCMRs, and shop floor controls
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles is a major plus
- Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and a proactive, team-oriented mindset
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of Quality Assurance Specialist. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This is an active, hands-on role. You’ll need to be comfortable:
- Standing, walking, crouching, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs (occasionally up to 100 lbs with assistance)
- Working in a production and warehouse environment that may expose you to machinery, fumes, and varying temperatures
- Wearing required PPE, including steel toe boots, safety glasses, and hearing protection when necessary
- Occasionally traveling to support inspections, audits, or field support
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and opportunities for career growth
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Comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Life and disability insurance
- The chance to work with a global leader in fabrication innovation
Equal Opportunity Employer:
