Quality Assurance Specialist – Mechanical & Electromechanical Manufacturing

Confidential Recruiting Partners; Acton (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(k) with company match

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Confidential Recruiting Partners seeks a Quality Assurance Specialist in Acton, MA to support quality inspection, continuous improvement, and product reliability in a hands-on manufacturing environment. This onsite role requires strong GD&T interpretation and experience with RMAs and documentation.

The position emphasizes calibration, nonconformance investigations, and cross-functional collaboration with Operations to resolve issues.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Excel for data gathering, charting, and reporting.
• Strong working knowledge of GD&T and ability to interpret mechanical drawings.
• Experience with RMAs, nonconformance investigations, and corrective actions.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.)
• 3–5 years of experience in a QA or Quality Engineering role within a mechanical or electro-mechanical manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Quality Documentation — Maintain procedures, records, and quality-related documentation.
• Data & Reporting — Collect quality data and create reports, charts, and metrics using Excel.
• QMS Support — Assist with development and maintenance of the Quality Management System.
• Calibration Program — Maintain equipment calibration schedules, records, and documentation.
• GD&T Interpretation — Review drawings, specifications, and inspection requirements using GD&T principles.
• Supplier Quality — Work with suppliers to resolve incoming material issues and ensure conformance to specifications.
• Quality Inspections — Perform mechanical and electro‑mechanical inspections on components and finished assemblies.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration — Partner with Operations and other departments to resolve product and process issues.
• RMA Management — Coordinate inbound and outbound RMAs, working with suppliers and customers to resolve quality issues.
• Nonconformance & Corrective Actions — Investigate nonconformances, support root‑cause analysis, and assist in corrective action implementation.

Skills

Excel

GD&T

RMA handling

Nonconformance investigations

Corrective actions

Mechanical inspection tools

Education

All education levels will be considered

Job description

Our client is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist to support quality inspection, continuous improvement, and product reliability within a hands‑on manufacturing environment. This role focuses on mechanical and electro‑mechanical products and requires strong GD&T interpretation, RMA handling, and quality documentation skills.

Onsite | No Visa Sponsorship | No Relocation Assistance

Responsibilities:

• Quality Documentation — Maintain procedures, records, and quality‑related documentation.
• Data & Reporting — Collect quality data and create reports, charts, and metrics using Excel.
• QMS Support — Assist with development and maintenance of the Quality Management System.
• Calibration Program — Maintain equipment calibration schedules, records, and documentation.
• GD&T Interpretation — Review drawings, specifications, and inspection requirements using GD&T principles.
• Supplier Quality — Work with suppliers to resolve incoming material issues and ensure conformance to specifications.
• Quality Inspections — Perform mechanical and electro‑mechanical inspections on components and finished assemblies.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration — Partner with Operations and other departments to resolve product and process issues.
• RMA Management — Coordinate inbound and outbound RMAs, working with suppliers and customers to resolve quality issues.
• Nonconformance & Corrective Actions — Investigate nonconformances, support root‑cause analysis, and assist in corrective action implementation.

Qualifications (Must-Haves)

• All education levels will beconsidered.
• Proficiency in Excel for data gathering, charting, and reporting.
• Strong working knowledge of GD&T and ability to interpret mechanical drawings.
• Experience with RMAs, nonconformance investigations, and corrective actions.
• Hands‑on experience with mechanical inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.)
• 3–5 years of experience in a QA or Quality Engineering role within a mechanical or electro‑mechanical manufacturing environment.

Nice‑to‑Haves:

• Familiarity with ISO‑based QMS environments.
• Exposure to supplier quality or customer‑facing quality support.
• Experience with small‑scale assembly or precision mechanical products.

Benefits & Perks:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement