Quality Associate III

Parker Hannifin; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin’s Composite Sealing Systems Division in San Diego (Otay Mesa) seeks a Quality Associate III to perform visual and dimensional inspections and generate complete First Article Inspection (FAI) packages. You will operate CMMs, review customer specs, and ensure compliance with ISO, AS, Nadcap, and MS standards.

The role emphasizes advancing quality, collaborating with teams, and supporting lean initiatives while maintaining safety and inclusivity in a 7:00am–3:30pm structure with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• GD&T certification preferred.
• 5+ years in a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years in quality control with visual and mechanical inspections.
• 3+ years working with CMM or Visual Measurement Systems programming.
• AS13001 certification and AS9102 certification.
• DQR certification preferred; GD&T certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct visual and dimensional inspections and generate complete FAI packages.
• Operate CMMs and apply measurement methods to verify conformance.
• Evaluate non-conforming material and assist with disposition.
• Perform customer contract reviews and create certification packages.
• Act as customer release agent (DQR) and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain safe, compliant workplace and participate in Lean activities.
• Collaborate with team members to improve production flow and quality.

Skills

English literacy

Communication

Teamwork

Math能力

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

GD&T certification, preferred

Tools

CMM programming

Job description

Conditions of Employment

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Parker Hannifin

Organization Statement

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century the company has been enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow. Learn more at www.parker.com or @parkerhannifin.

Conditions of Employment

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Parker Hannifin

Organization Statement

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century the company has been enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow. Learn more at www.parker.com or @parkerhannifin.

Here at Parker, our purpose is simple yet powerful: we work alongside customers as a trusted partner to enable technology breakthroughs that change the world for the better. To accomplish this, we need talented and engaged individuals who are passionate about their field, willing to take on complex challenges, and ready for responsibility.

This position is for Parker Hannifin’s Composite Sealing Systems Division, located in San Diego (Otay Mesa), California. The standard work hours are Monday through Friday from 7:00am - 3:30pm; however, may be required work overtime based on business needs.

General Description

The Quality Associate III conducts visual and dimensional inspections and is responsible for generating complete First Article Inspection (FAI) packages in accordance with customer, regulatory, and internal requirements. This role prepares, reviews, and submits FAI documentation through applicable customer portals, manages inspection records, and retrieves customer specifications and requirements. The associate operates Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) and applies working knowledge of CMM programming, measurement methods, and interpretation of dimensional results to verify product conformance. The associate independently evaluates non-conforming material, creates certification packages, performs customer contract reviews, and serves as the customer release agent (DQR). The associate actively participates in team goals and continuous improvement initiatives, ensures efficient production flow and adherence to quality and safety standards, and maintains a safe and inclusive work environment.

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.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds regularly.


• Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time.


• Ability to frequently bend, stoop, and reach for extended periods of time.


• Ability to use hands and fingers for detailed work over extended periods of time.


• Ability to perform repetitive tasks with a focus on accuracy and efficiency for extended periods of time.


• Ability to wear required PPE throughout the entirety of the shift.

The essential functions have been provided as examples of the type of work performed by employees assigned to the job classification. The company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Drug-free Workplace

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to