Quality Support Specialist (On-site)

Precision Castparts Corp.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. (Klune Industries) in Southern California seeks an detail‑oriented Quality Certifications Specialist to prepare, issue, and maintain certifications for customer shipments, and to support document control across production.

You will perform part marking, review certifications, handle traceability, and coordinate with Quality, Manufacturing, Planning, and other departments to ensure timely shipments while complying with customer requirements and applicable standards.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accurate recordkeeping.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to follow procedures, instructions and drawings.
• Basic blueprint reading and shop math skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, issue, and maintain quality certifications for shipments.
• Review material certifications, heat treatment records and testing docs.
• Maintain receiving inspection and certification records in ERP systems.
• Coordinate with Quality, Manufacturing and Planning to resolve discrepancies.
• Perform basic part marking and verify part integrity before marking.
• Assist with document control, scanning, filing and record retention.
• Keep work areas organized and adhere to safety and export controls.

Skills

Attention to detail

Recordkeeping

English communication

Procedures reading

Blueprint reading

Shop math

Multitasking

Team coordination

Problem solving

Education

GED or HS diploma

Job description

Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Compensation Range *dependent on experience*: $22/h - $26/h + quarterly incentive bonus

Position Summary

Under general supervision, support quality and manufacturing operations by preparing, issuing, and maintaining quality certifications and related documentation for customer shipments. Perform part marking activities in accordance with established procedures and provide document control support as needed. Ensure accuracy, traceability, and compliance with customer requirements, quality standards, and company procedures.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare, issue, and maintain quality certifications required for customer shipments.
• Retrieve, review, and match material certifications, heat treatment records, process certifications, and independent testing documentation to applicable shipments.
• Maintain accurate receiving inspection records and certification documentation using ERP systems and electronic databases.
• Review certification records for accuracy, completeness, and traceability in accordance with established procedures and customer requirements.
• Coordinate with Quality, Manufacturing, Planning, and other departments to resolve certification discrepancies and support timely shipments.
• Perform basic part marking operations, including equipment setup, part preparation, and marking in accordance with established procedures.
• Inspect parts for visible damage, material conditions, or paint discrepancies prior to marking.
• Assist with maintaining, processing, and distributing controlled documents, drawings, specifications, and revision records as needed.
• Support document control activities, including document scanning, filing, record retention, and engineering releases.
• Maintain organized work areas, equipment, and supplies to support daily operations.
• Follow established safety procedures, company policies, customer requirements, and applicable export control regulations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and accuracy in recordkeeping.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, data entry, and electronic record management.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to read and follow written procedures, work instructions, and basic engineering drawings.
• Basic blueprint reading and shop math skills.
• Ability to review documentation for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and adapt to changing production requirements.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to identify discrepancies and communicate concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Ability to learn and operate basic part marking equipment.

Required Experience

• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and accuracy in recordkeeping.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, data entry, and electronic record management.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to read and follow written procedures, work instructions, and basic engineering drawings.
• Basic shop math skills.
• Ability to review documentation for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and adapt to changing production requirements.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to identify discrepancies and communicate concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Ability to learn and operate basic part marking equipment.

Level of Education

• GED or High School diploma preferred but not required.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Work is performed in both office and manufacturing environments, with exposure to computers, standard office equipment, production machinery, noise, and other typical manufacturing conditions.
• Daily duties require:
  • Frequent sitting, typing, and viewing a computer screen, and handling documents
  • Occasional standing, walking, bending, squatting, reaching, gripping, and operating part marking equipment.
  • Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull items up to 35 lbs.
  • Onsite, consistent, and reliable attendance on the assigned shift

Location Profile

Klune Industries was founded in 1972 in Southern California. More than forty years later, Klune Industries is a preferred supplier to the aerospace and defense industries offering end-to-end solutions for aerospace and defense including sheet metal forming, machining, and assemblies. Klune Industries was acquired by Precision Castparts Corp. in August 2012.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $22.00 to $26.00 US Dollar (USD) Hourly based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company’s Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 1X the Company’s bonus multiple, based on the Company’s performance in the applicable quarter.

• Employees will receive 104 hours paid time off every year.
• Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays.
• Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s 401(k) plan.

National Security and Export Controls

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

About PCC

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability – not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.

We are constantly searching for the best talent and offer excellent development programs for recent graduates as well as meaningful work experience for those still studying.