Quality Specialist

LaSalle Network; Alvarado (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

LaSalle Network in Texas is seeking a Quality Specialist to oversee inspections across materials and finished goods, interpret drawings, and support NCRs. This hands-on role requires attention to detail and independent judgment in a precision manufacturing environment.

You will work with operations leadership to drive corrective actions, participate in ISO-related activities, and maintain meticulous quality records. Onsite schedule Monday–Friday, with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing or industrial quality control experience.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and interpret tolerances.
• Experience with micrometers and precision measurement equipment.
• Two-year technical education or equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with quality documentation and NCRs.
• ISO 9001 knowledge and materials testing preferred.
• Clear communication and independent decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming materials, in-process products, and finished goods for conformance with specs.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, specs, and tolerances.
• Perform dimensional inspections using micrometers and other tools.
• Conduct visual inspections and product testing to verify quality.
• Identify nonconforming materials, prepare NCRs, and document findings.
• Review drawing revisions, material certifications, specifications, and inspection records.
• Maintain quality documentation and testing records.
• Assist with quality audits and calibration of inspection equipment.
• Communicate quality concerns to operations and support corrective actions.
• Work with site Operations Manager and Regional Quality Manager.

Skills

Quality control

Inspection

Reading drawings

Non-conformance reporting

Dimensional inspection

Attention to detail

Communication

ISO 9001 knowledge

Problem solving

Education

Two-year technical degree

Tools

Micrometers

Precision measurement tools

Job description

Salary: USD55000 - USD65000 per year

We are partnering with a growing manufacturing organization to hire a Quality Specialist in Texas. This hands-on role is ideal for candidates with manufacturing quality control experience, knowledge of non-conformance reporting, and the ability to interpret technical drawings and perform precision inspections. Candidates from steel, metal fabrication, medical device, and other precision manufacturing environments are encouraged to apply.

What's the job?

• Inspect incoming materials, in-process products, and finished goods to ensure compliance with engineering specifications and quality standards
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, product specifications, and dimensional tolerances
• Perform dimensional inspections using micrometers and other precision measurement equipment
• Conduct visual inspections and product testing to verify product quality and conformance
• Identify nonconforming materials and products, prepare and track Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), and document findings
• Review engineering drawing revisions, material certifications, specifications, and inspection records
• Maintain accurate quality documentation and testing records
• Assist with quality audits, ISO-related compliance activities, and calibration of inspection equipment
• Communicate quality concerns to operations and quality leadership and support corrective actions and continuous improvement
• Work independently while collaborating with the site Operations Manager and Regional Quality Manager

What's needed?

• Manufacturing or industrial quality control experience, including hands-on inspection and non-conformance reporting (NCRs)
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, specifications, and tolerances
• Experience using micrometers and other dimensional measurement tools
• Technical education, such as a two-year technical school program, or relevant technical education supported by experience
• Familiarity with quality documentation, inspection records, and drawing revisions
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to make sound quality decisions independently
• Clear communication skills and the ability to elevate issues and work with operations teams
• ISO 9000/9001 knowledge, steel or metal fabrication experience, material certifications, auditing, calibration, and material testing experience strongly preferred
• Compensation: $55,000–$65,000 annually
• Work Model: Onsite
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus 401(k)
• Employment Type: Direct Hire
• Paid Time Off: 15 days of PTO plus federal holidays
• Meaningful responsibility: Join a small quality team where your inspection work directly supports product quality and manufacturing standards
• Technical development: Build experience with precision measurement, engineering drawings, quality systems, material certifications, and product testing
• Growth opportunities: Join an expanding manufacturing organization with opportunities to develop within its quality function