Quality Auditor

Top
Skills:

This
is NOT a quality engineer, this person is more of a quality tech with
functional skills who has performed AUDITS on the line, can document as such in
a report and share this information with leaders/managers. It is a hybrid qual
tech with functional skills. They will be both on the floor but also see the
office setting too!

Description:

The
Quality Auditor is responsible for ensuring that products, processes, and
outbound shipments meet Client’s quality standards and customer requirements
within the Costa Mesa operation. This role supports quality activities across
warehousing and logistics operations, panel board manufacturing, and the
production line responsible for equipment dismantling and rework activities.
The Quality Auditor performs in-process inspections, final product audits,
shipping validations, and process compliance reviews while partnering with
Operations, Manufacturing, Engineering, Continuous Improvement, and Supply
Chain teams to drive quality excellence.

Top
Skills:

This
is NOT a quality engineer, this person is more of a quality tech with
functional skills who has performed AUDITS on the line, can document as such in
a report and share this information with leaders/managers. It is a hybrid qual
tech with functional skills. They will be both on the floor but also see the
office setting too!

Essential
Duties and Responsibilities:

Product
and Process Quality Audits

·        Perform
in-process, final product, and outbound shipment inspections to ensure
compliance with quality standards, customer specifications, and operational
requirements.

·        Conduct
quality audits on panel board manufacturing processes, warehouse operations,
and equipment dismantling activities.

·        Utilize
inspection tools including calipers, pin gauges, height indicators, measuring
devices, and other quality instruments to verify product conformance.

·        Review
and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, control plans,
and work instructions to validate product requirements.

·        Inspect
consolidated pallets, customer orders, and outbound shipments for accuracy,
quality, labelling, packaging, and special customer requirements.

·        Identify,
document, and contain non-conforming materials or products.

Quality
System Compliance

·        Conduct
process audits and verify compliance with established quality procedures,
manufacturing standards, and operational work instructions.

·        Support
implementation and effectiveness reviews of quality controls, including
poka-yoke devices, error-proofing measures, and process controls.

·        Partner
with Quality Engineers and Operations teams to improve inspection plans, audit
procedures, and quality documentation.

·        Assist
in maintaining inspection records, audit reports, and quality documentation in
accordance with company and customer requirements.

Continuous
Improvement

·        Prepare
and communicate inspection findings, audit results, and quality trends to
management and operational teams.

·        Collaborate
with Continuous Improvement teams to identify root causes of defects and
process inefficiencies.

·        Recommend
corrective actions, tooling improvements, and process enhancements to improve
product quality and operational performance.

·        Support
adoption of digital quality tools and technologies to streamline inspections,
reporting, and data analysis.

·        Participate
in continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing defects, improving
first-pass yield, and enhancing customer satisfaction.

Measurement
and Data Analysis

·        Support
capability studies, measurement system analysis, and Gage Repeatability &
Reproducibility (Gage R&R) studies.

·        Collect,
analyze, and interpret quality data to identify trends and opportunities for
improvement.

·        Perform
random audits and layered process audits to assess ongoing process performance.

Supplier
and Customer Quality Support

·        Perform
supplier quality inspections as required.

·        Verify
compliance with customer-specific requirements and special orders.

·        Support
customer complaint investigations and corrective action activities as needed.

·        Assist
with internal and external audits when required.

Additional
Responsibilities

·        Maintain
a safe and organized work environment in accordance with company safety
requirements.

·        Support
cross-functional teams with quality-related projects and initiatives.

·        Perform
additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Required
Qualifications

·        High
School Diploma or GED required.

·        Minimum
1-3 years of experience in quality inspection, quality auditing, manufacturing,
warehouse operations, or a related field.

·        Experience
using precision measuring tools including calipers, pin gauges, height
indicators, and other inspection equipment.

·        Ability
to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications,
symbols, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).

·        Proficient
with Microsoft Office applications and quality management software.

·        Strong
written and verbal communication skills.

·        Ability
to document findings accurately and prepare professional audit reports.

·        Strong
analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

·        Ability
to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred
Qualifications

·        Experience
in electrical equipment manufacturing, panel board assembly, warehouse
logistics, or industrial production environments.

·        Knowledge
of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, or Quality Management
Systems.

·        Experience
conducting process audits, capability studies, and Gage R&R studies.

·        Familiarity
with ERP, MES, or digital quality systems.

·        Understanding
of customer quality requirements and corrective action methodologies.

·        Knowledge,
Skills, and Abilities

·        Strong
attention to detail and commitment to quality.

·        Ability
to influence and support adherence to established quality standards and
procedures.

·        Effective
decision-making and problem-solving capabilities.

·        Strong
teamwork and collaboration skills.

·        Ability
to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy.

·        Demonstrated
leadership behaviours and a continuous improvement mindset.

Physical
Requirements

·        Ability
to stand and walk for extended periods throughout manufacturing and warehouse
areas.

·        Ability
to lift up to 35 pounds occasionally.

·        Ability
to perform inspections requiring bending, reaching, kneeling, and use of
measurement equipment.

·        Ability
to work in warehouse, manufacturing, and production environments.

Work
Environment

·        This
position works across multiple operational environments including warehouse and
logistics operations, panel board manufacturing production lines, and equipment
dismantling/rework areas.

·        The
Quality Auditor regularly interfaces with hourly associates, supervisors,
engineers, and leadership teams to ensure compliance with quality standards and
customer expectations.