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QA Specialist

Sterling Engineering
Covington, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 3/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/3/2025

Job Description

Title : QA Specialist

Location : Taylor Mill, KY

Overview : Sterling has helped build careers for thousands for professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.

Hire Type : Direct Hire

Benefits : Benefits from day 1 and almost 100% coverage! In addition to 11 paid holidays, 2-3 weeks vacations, 401K, etc.

Target Salary : $55-63,000K

Bonus / Incentives / Stock Options : up to 10% annual bonus

Job Summary : Support the Quality Manager in sustaining the quality system, managing KPI reporting, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions. Assist with quality planning and provide guidance to personnel to ensure compliance with internal policies, customer requirements, and industry standards.

Job Duties :

  • Manage and maintain the quality system, including plans, documentation, procedures, and training.
  • Address internal and external quality issues, overseeing corrective and preventive actions.
  • Support contract reviews and customer change requests related to quality.
  • Ensure proper inspection processes, personnel, and methods for incoming materials, final QC, rework, scrap evaluation, and supplier quality.
  • Conduct audits to verify compliance with internal quality standards, customer requirements, and external regulations such as AAR and ISO.
  • Oversee inspection and testing equipment, including calibration programs.
  • Maintain quality records, including training, inspections, testing, and customer documentation.
  • Evaluate suppliers and subcontractors while managing the approved vendor list.
  • Coordinate customer inspections, inquiries, and follow-ups.
  • Develop and deliver quality training for production staff.

Qualifications :

  • High school diploma or GED; associate or bachelor's degree highly preferred
  • 3 years' experience as supervisor or quality lead in a manufacturing environment
  • Experience with auditing and equipment inspection
  • AIAG Core Tools
  • Requires working knowledge and expertise in areas including machining, welding, assembly, mechanical devices
  • Previous training or ability to be trained on practical application of quality tools including SPC, FMEA, Process Mapping, Control Plans, M-1003 or has / is Greenbelt Certified / Trained
  • Read and understand precision instruments, gauges, blueprints, and technical drawings
  • ASQ certification is a plus
  • Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

    Meet Your Recruiter

    Amy Badal

    Technical Recruiter

    Amy Badal is a seasoned Senior Recruiter passionate about connecting with individuals across diverse industries and various career stages. With an impressive 7-year tenure at Sterling, Amy has become an invaluable asset to the organization's talent acquisition efforts.

    Amy's journey in recruiting spans over 11 years, during which she has acquired a wealth of knowledge and experience in the field. Her fascination with working alongside people from different backgrounds and professional levels has driven her successful career.

    As a Senior Recruiter, Amy thrives on collaborating with candidates and hiring partners in the railroad industry. She relishes the chance to contribute to their career growth and the overall success of the organizations she serves. Amy's ability to understand each individual's unique needs and aspirations allows her to make insightful and tailored placements that benefit both parties.

    One of Amy's most valuable pieces of advice is never to burn bridges and always maintain high professionalism throughout the hiring process.

  • 708-308-7186
  • abadal@sterling-engineering.com
  • Connect on LinkedIn
  • As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you've got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now.

    Salary : $55,000 - $63,000

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