Now hiring for a Quality Associate
Location: San Diego, CA
Pay Rate: $23.25 – $35.50 per hour
Schedule: 1st shift 7am to 3:30 pm Monday to Friday OT as needed
Strong Eyes. Steady Hands. Solid Work.
As a Quality Associate in San Diego, your job is to protect the process. You’ll check, measure, and approve the work that keeps production moving forward.
Looking for Quality Associate jobs in San Diego where attention to detail makes the difference? This opportunity lets you inspect products, verify quality standards, and help ensure every finished product meets customer expectations before it leaves the facility.
If your skills and experience are a good match for this role, apply today. This opportunity is based on a Quality Inspector career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.
Job Duties
- Interact with customer interface portals to input documentation such as inspections results, FAIRSs, information requests, and retrieve customer documents such as drawings or specifications
- Perform visual and dimensional inspections.
- Identify and evaluate non-conforming material, create NCMRs, and assist with their disposition.
- Identify, evaluate non-confirming material (NCMR), and determine the disposition of the material.
- Perform customer contract reviews.
- Create certifications packages.
- Act as customer release agent (DQR) for customers.
- Analyze quality-related problems and implement corrective actions.
- Comply with Parker’s Quality policy and processes to ensure compliance to ISO, AS, Nadcap, and MS certifications.
- Adapt to changing production demands or shifts in priorities while maintaining a positive attitude.
- Foster an inclusive and respectful workplace by treating all team members with dignity and respect.
- Follow established safety and environmental policies, procedures, and methods applicable to the work area.
- Work collaboratively with team members and actively participate in High-Performance Teams (HPT), Kaizens, and other Lean initiatives to drive continuous improvement initiatives and enhance operational efficiency.
Education Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- GD&T certification, preferred
Experience Requirements
- Experience inspecting manufactured products using established quality standards and specifications.
- Ability to read blueprints, engineering drawings, work instructions, or inspection documents.
- Knowledge of precision measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, gauges, and measuring devices.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify defects and document inspection results accurately.
- Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
- 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
- 3+ years of experience in quality control performing visual and mechanical inspections
- 3+ years of experience working with CMM or Visual Measurement Systems programing
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous quality inspection, quality assurance, manufacturing, or production experience is preferred.
- Technical training in manufacturing, quality assurance, or inspection procedures is beneficial.
- Experience performing first article, in-process, or final product inspections is beneficial.
- Knowledge of ISO standards, statistical process control, quality documentation, or corrective action procedures is considered an asset.
- Individuals who demonstrate accuracy, professionalism, and a commitment to producing high-quality work are well positioned for success as a Quality Associate.
- DQR certification, preferred
- GD&T certification, preferred
Physical Capabilities
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform inspection activities throughout the shift.
- Ability to lift products or materials weighing up to 50 pounds when required.
- Ability to use precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment with accuracy.
- Ability to maintain visual focus and attention to detail while inspecting products in manufacturing or warehouse environments.
Benefits
- Competitive Weekly Pay
- Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
- Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
- Quality-Focused Work Environment committed to safety, precision, and continuous improvement.
“The people are all great hard workers, and they really care about you. There’s always room to advance in your career at Staffmark.” – Tyler, Staffmark Associate
Got a good eye and a strong work ethic? Apply and make it happen.
What You Will Do
As a Quality Associate you will inspect incoming materials, in-process production, and finished products to verify compliance with quality standards and engineering specifications. You will use precision measuring equipment, document inspection results, identify nonconforming materials, support corrective actions, and help maintain quality records while promoting safe and efficient manufacturing operations.
- ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Interact with customer interface portals to input documentation such as inspections results, FAIRSs, information requests, and retrieve customer documents such as drawings or specifications
- Perform visual and dimensional inspections.
- Identify and evaluate non-conforming material, create NCMRs, and assist with their disposition.
- Identify, evaluate non-confirming material (NCMR), and determine the disposition of the material.
- Perform customer contract reviews.
- Create certifications packages.
- Act as customer release agent (DQR) for customers.
- Analyze quality-related problems and implement corrective actions.
- Comply with Parker’s Quality policy and processes to ensure compliance to ISO, AS, Nadcap, and MS certifications.
- Adapt to changing production demands or shifts in priorities while maintaining a positive attitude.
- Foster an inclusive and respectful workplace by treating all team members with dignity and respect.
- Follow established safety and environmental policies, procedures, and methods applicable to the work area.
- Work collaboratively with team members and actively participate in High-Performance Teams (HPT), Kaizens, and other Lean initiatives to drive continuous improvement initiatives and enhance operational efficiency.
- Perform other duties as necessary.
- QUALIFICATIONS: Education:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- GD&T certification, preferred Experience:
- 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
- 3+ years of experience in quality control performing visual and mechanical inspections
- 3+ years of experience working with CMM or Visual Measurement Systems programing
- AS13001 certification
- AS9102 certification
- DQR certification, preferred
- GD&T certification, preferred Skills:
- Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, correspondences, and memos in English.
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other team members of the organization.
- Ability to maintain a clean and organized work area to promote efficiency and safety.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate clearly with other team members.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, such as algebra and geometry, for measurements and quantities.
- Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
- Ability to adapt to changing tasks and work assignments in a fast-paced setting.
- Ability to understand adhere to quality standards in production processes.
- Ability to use inspection equipment, tools, and gauges.
- Ability to read and understand bar graphs for department metrics.
The Quality Associate helps maintain quality standards by inspecting products, documenting findings, and supporting continuous improvement throughout manufacturing operations. This role requires attention to detail, technical knowledge, and a commitment to product excellence.
Successful Quality Associate professionals understand inspection equipment, manufacturing processes, and quality systems while helping maintain consistent production standards. Dependable inspection practices contribute directly to customer confidence.
This career offers meaningful opportunities for individuals who value quality and technical accuracy.