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Now hiring for a Quality Associate
Location: San Diego, CA
Pay Rate: $23.00 – $35.00 per hour
Schedule: 2:30 pm – 11 pm
Built Right Starts With You.
Join the crew as a Quality Associate in San Diego and keep quality locked in from start to finish. Every part you check helps the line stay strong, the work stay steady, and the team stay proud.
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.
Job Duties
- Perform visual and dimensional inspections on products and components.
- Train and certify operators according to designated quality programs.
- Identify, document, and assist with disposition of non-conforming materials (NCMRs).
- Manage quality documentation through customer portals, including inspection results, FAIRs, and information requests.
- Retrieve and review customer drawings, specifications, and technical requirements.
- Conduct customer contract reviews and create certification packages.
- Serve as Designated Quality Representative (DQR) and customer release agent.
- Analyze quality issues and support corrective and preventive actions.
- Ensure compliance with ISO, AS9100, Nadcap, and other quality standards.
- Participate in Lean manufacturing, Kaizen events, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Promote a safe, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.
Education Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- GD&T Certification preferred.
Experience Requirements
- 5+ years of manufacturing experience.
- 3+ years of quality control experience performing visual and mechanical inspections.
- 3+ years of experience with CMM or Visual Measurement Systems programming.
- AS13001 Certification required.
- AS9102 Certification required.
- DQR Certification preferred.
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.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications.
- Strong GD&T knowledge preferred.
- Proficient in inspection equipment, gauges, and measuring instruments.
- Strong mathematical skills, including algebra, geometry, percentages, area, volume, and measurement calculations.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
Physical Capabilities
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform inspection activities throughout the shift.
- Ability to lift products or materials weighing up to 35 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.
“It was another avenue of getting a job, and Staffmark provided that for me. It has given me new insight into being in the workforce. They have motivated me to further my career.” – Quality Inspector, Staffmark
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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.
A Quality Associate helps organizations maintain high manufacturing standards by inspecting products throughout the production process. This role combines technical inspection skills with strong documentation and organizational abilities.
The Quality Associate evaluates materials, components, and finished products using established quality procedures while maintaining accurate inspection records and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Consistency and attention to detail contribute directly to manufacturing success.
This profession offers rewarding opportunities for individuals who value quality and precision.