Quality & Continuous Improvement Specialist - 2nd Shift

NCSL International; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential (+$1)

Overtime eligible

Job summary

NCSL International in Dublin, OH is seeking a Quality & Continuous Improvement Assistant to support quality management and Lean initiatives. You will partner with Production, Engineering, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to perform inspections, analyze data, and drive improvements across safety, quality, and delivery.

The role emphasizes detail-oriented, data-driven work and a culture of continuous improvement. Second shift with potential overtime and a $1 shift differential is described.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience in quality inspection, quality assurance, or manufacturing quality systems.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and related inspection equipment.
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, or operational excellence initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Perform first article, in-process, and final product inspections to verify conformance with customer specifications, engineering drawings, and quality standards.
• Conduct routine quality audits throughout the manufacturing process and communicate findings to production leadership.
• Identify, document, and support resolution of quality concerns, nonconforming materials, and process deviations.
• Assist with CAPA investigations through data collection, root cause analysis, and verification of corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, audit documentation, calibration records, and quality system documentation.
• Support calibration, maintenance, and proper use of inspection and measuring equipment.
• Participate in customer, supplier, and third-party quality audits as required.
• Collect, analyze, and report quality and production data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives, Kaizen events, 5S programs, and waste reduction activities throughout the facility.
• Assist in developing and maintaining standardized work instructions, visual controls, and process documentation.
• Participate in structured problem-solving activities utilizing 5 Why, Fishbone Diagrams, A3 Thinking, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Support the implementation and validation of process improvements designed to enhance product quality, increase productivity, and reduce waste.
• Collaborate with production teams to address quality concerns and improve process consistency.
• Assist with new product introductions, process validations, and operational improvement projects.
• Maintain plant quality metrics, KPI dashboards, and performance tracking tools.

Skills

Quality inspection

Data analysis

Problem solving

Lean manufacturing

5S

Kaizen

CAPA

ERP systems

Excel

Reading drawings

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

NCSL International in Dublin, OH is seeking a Quality & Continuous Improvement Assistant to support quality management and Lean initiatives. You will partner with Production, Engineering, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to perform inspections, analyze data, and drive improvements across safety, quality, and delivery.

The role emphasizes detail-oriented, data-driven work and a culture of continuous improvement. Second shift with potential overtime and a $1 shift differential is described.