Lab Quality & Process Improvement Specialist

Foster Corporation; Putnam (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Foster Corporation in Putnam, CT is seeking a Quality Specialist to support the Quality Control lab and Quality System processes. You will assist with testing, data collection, equipment qualification, and process validation, while helping identify opportunities for improvement.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to work across departments, familiarity with Microsoft Office, and willingness to participate in continual quality improvements in a office/lab environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree with 5+ years of relevant experience preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years of quality experience in labs or production.
• Familiarity with ASTM test methods is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and test raw materials and final product.
• Review records and production documents prior to shipping.
• Follow work instructions and test procedures.
• Record data and apply basic statistical quality monitoring.
• Support in-process inspection as needed.
• Assist with NCRs and quality system documentation.
• Identify improvement opportunities as a team member.
• Other duties as assigned by Manager.

Skills

Attention to detail

Cross-department collaboration

Microsoft Office

Multitasking

Prioritization

ASTM methods

Education

Associate degree in engineering/science/technical field

3+ years of relevant experience

Job description

Foster Corporation in Putnam, CT is seeking a Quality Specialist to support the Quality Control lab and Quality System processes. You will assist with testing, data collection, equipment qualification, and process validation, while helping identify opportunities for improvement.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to work across departments, familiarity with Microsoft Office, and willingness to participate in continual quality improvements in a office/lab environment.