Quality Control Specialist

Responsibilities: Monitor production processes to ensure internal and external quality standards are met Identify defects or deviations from specifications by continually inspecting products and materials Establish and maintain quality control systems and procedures Collect and analyze data from production processes and performance metrics to identify trends, issues, root causes of defects and areas for improvement and opportunities for process optimization Generate reports on quality performance, defect rates, and corrective actions Present findings and recommendations to management for quality improvements Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and RandD teams to identify opportunities for process and product improvement Lead or participate in continuous improvement projects (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing) Implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to resolve quality issues Train laboratory staff on quality standards, inspection methods, and proper documentation Provide technical support and guidance to teams on quality control procedures Promote a culture of quality awareness throughout the organization Monitor and evaluate supplier performance to ensure materials meet required specifications Work with suppliers to resolve quality issues and improve the quality of incoming materials Manage quality measurement facilities and tools Participate in activities to achieve quality, productivity, scrap, and cost reduction goals Track production performance metrics and report key performance indicators (KPIs) to management