Quality Assurance Associate

The Hire Solution; Lincolnwood (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

Holiday and vacation benefits

Year-end bonus

Job summary

The Hire Solution is seeking a Quality Assurance Associate to assist the Quality Manager with daily inspection activities and to help maintain AS9100-based quality records. The role involves supporting first article reports, test documentation, and process improvements across mechanical and electrical components.

The ideal candidate has a BA/BS in Engineering, 2 years of related experience, and strong math/analytical skills. GD&T proficiency and familiarity with ISO 9001/AS9100C are required.

Qualifications

• BA/ BS in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical) is required.
• Knowledge/ experience with Quality Systems (ISO9001/AS9100C).
• Advanced mathematical and analytical skills.
• Fast and enthusiastic learner.
• 2 years experience in related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creation of First Article Reports and other customer deliverables.
• Support development and realization of improvement projects.
• Maintain Quality System in accordance with AS9100 standard.
• Assist production with technical needs for electrical and mechanical measurement units.
• Test new products and prepare inspection/test reports for customers.
• Visually inspect parts for cosmetic defects.
• Test functionality of parts or products.
• Use measuring equipment (calipers, micrometer, optical) to verify specs.
• Read and follow blueprints and schematics to determine specs.

Education

BA/ BS in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical)

GD&T proficiency

Advanced mathematical and analytical skills

Fast and enthusiastic learner

2 years experience in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

On the surface, The Hire Solution provides premier candidates for temporary staffing or permanent placement. Our MatchworkMethod encompasses in-depth assessment, interviews, and comprehensive skills testing. We excel at placing candidates who succeed. Since 2002, we have connected 400+ companies with stellar staffing and excellent employees. Look deeper and discover we are much more!

Job Description

Engineering company seeks a Quality Assurance Associate to assist the Quality Manager in every day inspection activities. In maintaining /updating quality records including database returns, corrective actions and preventative action you will be an integral component to the assurance of engineering protocols.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation of the First Article Reports and other deliverables required by the customers
• Assist in the development/realization of other improvement projects
• Maintain Quality System in accordance with AS9100 Standard
• Assist production in their technical needs regarding electrical and mechanical units of measurement
• Assist in the testing new products and preparation of new product inspection/test reports deliverable to customers
• Visually inspect parts for cosmetic defects
• Processes and tests functionality of a part or product
• Test equipment to determine if a part functions properly and meets customer specifications
• Properly record information for inspectors
• Inspect the final product made with raw materials
• Ability to use measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometer, optical in order to ensure that a part meets specifications
• Ability to read and follow blue prints and schematics to determine the specifications of parts and materials
• Proficiency in GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance)

Qualifications

• Compliance with Department of Defense Requires US Citizenship
• BA/ BS in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical) is required
• Knowledge/ experience with Quality Systems (ISO9001/AS9100C)
• Advanced mathematical and analytical skills
• Fast and enthusiastic learner
• 2 years experience in related field
• Extended knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs., bending 10% of work activities, ability to stand 50% of work time and sit 50% of work time
• Ability to use computer 50% of work time

Over the years, our company has developed several highly technical products and performed numerous consulting mandates. Our goal is to maintain the delicate balance between product development and consulting services. The product development provides the hands-on experience and knowledge required to optimize the quality of our consulting services.

Health, Dental, Vision and Supplemental Life Insurance
Sick days and 1 floating holiday
2 weeks’ vacation
Year-end Bonus

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.