PPE Quality Assurance Specialist — ISO & Compliance Focus

Mechanix Wear; Platte Gardens (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Mechanix Wear in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist to ensure PPE products meet internal quality standards, customer specifications, and regulatory safety requirements throughout manufacturing and warehousing.

The role monitors incoming materials, in-process production, and finished goods, performing inspections and documenting NCRs/CAPAs while supporting audits and cross-functional problem solving.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in quality assurance/quality control, preferably in apparel, textiles, PPE, or manufacturing environments
• Working knowledge of quality standards relevant to PPE (ANSI/ISEA, NFPA, ASTM) and product category
• Experience with quality management systems (ISO 9001 or similar)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify defects and non-conformances
• Proficiency with basic inspection tools and measurement equipment
• Strong written communication skills for documenting inspections, NCRs, and CAPAs
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel) and familiarity with QMS or ERP software
• Certification in Six Sigma / ASQ or similar is a plus
• Experience with PPE, safety apparel, or technical textiles
• Experience in manufacturing and warehouse settings
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

Responsibilities

• Conduct incoming material inspections against specification and quality standards
• Perform in-process quality checks to catch defects early and reduce scrap
• Conduct final inspection and testing of finished PPE apparel products prior to shipment
• Maintain and update quality control documentation including NCRs and CAPAs
• Identify trends in defects and elevate to Quality Manager
• Support root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions
• Ensure ISO 9001 compliance and support audits
• Inspect and verify product quality with warehouse teams during receiving and shipping
• Train staff on quality standards and inspection criteria
• Maintain calibration schedules and use of inspection tools
• Support supplier quality management including supplier audits and SCARs

Skills

Quality QA/QC experience

Attention to detail

Written communication

MS Office Excel

Bilingual English/Spanish a plus

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

ISO 9001 knowledge

ERP software

GxP / regulatory knowledge

Job description

Mechanix Wear in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist to ensure PPE products meet internal quality standards, customer specifications, and regulatory safety requirements throughout manufacturing and warehousing.

The role monitors incoming materials, in-process production, and finished goods, performing inspections and documenting NCRs/CAPAs while supporting audits and cross-functional problem solving.