Quality Assurance Specialist — Lean, APQP/PPAP & 8D

Colson Group Holdings LLC; Palmetto (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Colson Group Holdings LLC is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist to join our Palmetto distribution center in Georgia. You will inspect inbound materials and production samples, perform First Article Inspections, and verify dimensions against engineering drawings to ensure compliance with Colson Group standards.

You will drive quality improvements using APQP/PPAP frameworks, participate in 5 Why and 8D root-cause actions, and train teammates on inspection best practices.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in a quality operations role.
• Background in warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution center settings.
• High school diploma or equivalent; quality certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own the inspection of inbound materials and production samples to ensure they meet Colson Group standards.
• Perform First Article Inspections and verify dimensions with calipers, micrometers, and other gauges.
• Compare results to drawings/specifications; capture and organize inspection and certification data.
• Drive systemic improvement: document findings that inform corrective actions, cost-of-quality reduction, and customer satisfaction gains.
• Contribute to and support the implementation of quality procedures across DC operations.
• Lead or participate in root-cause activities using 5 Why and 8D; work within APQP/PPAP frameworks.
• Train new team members on quality policies and everyday inspection best practices.
• Maintain records, build required reports, and adhere to all company policies and regulations; take on related projects as assigned.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

APQP/PPAP

8D problem solving

Blueprint reading

Dimensional verification

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Communication skills

Lift up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma

Quality certification preferred

Tools

Measurement gauges

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Quality Assurance Specialist — Lean, APQP/PPAP & 8D Are you the problem-solver others call first?

Do you thrive on turning measurements into meaningful action? Can you move from blueprint to part to report without missing a detail—and then coach a teammate to do it even better? If so, you may be exactly who our distribution center operation needs.

What you'll tackle

• Own the inspection of inbound materials and production samples, ensuring they meet Colson Group standards.
• Complete First Article Inspections and verify dimensions with calipers, micrometers, and other gauges.
• Compare results to engineering drawings/specifications; capture and organize inspection and certification data.
• Drive systemic improvement: document findings that inform corrective actions, cost-of-quality reduction, and customer satisfaction gains.
• Contribute to and support the implementation of quality procedures across DC operations.
• Lead or participate in root-cause activities using 5 Why and 8D; work within APQP/PPAP frameworks.
• Train new team members on quality policies and everyday inspection best practices.
• Maintain records, build required reports, and adhere to all company policies and regulations; take on related projects as assigned.

Skills that set you apart

• Solid grasp of Lean Manufacturing and structured problem-solving (APQP, PPAP, 8D, 5 Why).
• Blueprint reading and dimensional verification skills; comfortable juggling many part numbers simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook; strong basic computer literacy.
• Highly organized, detail-focused communicator with a professional, independent work style.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn new quality techniques through ongoing education.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly in warehouse/manufacturing/DC environments.

Experience and credentials

• 1–3 years in a quality operations role.
• Background in warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution center settings.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; quality certification strongly preferred.

Equipment you'll handle

• Measurement Gauges
• Calipers and Micrometers

Core proficiencies

• 5 Why (Root Cause Analysis Method)
• First Article Inspection (FAI)
• Basic Computer Skills

Join us to help build a stronger quality culture—one measured part, one clear report, and one trained teammate at a time.