Quality Associate

Quality Associate Pay: $23.25 - $35.50 per hour Now hiring for a Quality Associate Location: San Diego, CA Pay Rate: $23.25 $35.50 per hour Schedule: 1st shift 7am to 3:30 pm Monday to Friday OT as needed Strong Eyes. Steady Hands. Solid Work. As a Quality Associate in San Diego, your job is to protect the process. You'll check, measure, and approve the work that keeps production moving forward. Looking for Quality Associate jobs in San Diego where attention to detail makes the difference? This opportunity lets you inspect products, verify quality standards, and help ensure every finished product meets customer expectations before it leaves the facility. If your skills and experience are a good match for this role, apply today. This opportunity is based on a Quality Inspector career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates. Job Duties Interact with customer interface portals to input documentation such as inspections results, FAIRSs, information requests, and retrieve customer documents such as drawings or specifications Perform visual and dimensional inspections. Identify and evaluate non-conforming material, create NCMRs, and assist with their disposition. Perform customer contract reviews. Create certifications packages. Act as customer release agent (DQR) for customers. Analyze quality-related problems and implement corrective actions. Comply with Parker's Quality policy and processes to ensure compliance to ISO, AS, Nadcap, and MS certifications. Adapt to changing production demands or shifts in priorities while maintaining a positive attitude. Foster an inclusive and respectful workplace by treating all team members with dignity and respect. Follow established safety and environmental policies, procedures, and methods applicable to the work area. Work collaboratively with team members and actively participate in High-Performance Teams (HPT), Kaizens, and other Lean initiatives to drive continuous improvement initiatives and enhance operational efficiency. Education Requirements High school diploma or GED required. GD&T certification, preferred Experience Requirements 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment 3+ years of experience in quality control performing visual and mechanical inspections 3+ years of experience working with CMM or Visual Measurement Systems programing Skills Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, correspondences, and memos in English. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other team members of the organization. Ability to maintain a clean and organized work area to promote efficiency and safety. Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate clearly with other team members. Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, such as algebra and geometry, for measurements and quantities. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to adapt to changing tasks and work assignments in a fast-paced setting. Ability to understand adhere to quality standards in production processes. Ability to use inspection equipment, tools, and gauges. Ability to read and understand bar graphs for department metrics. The Quality Associate helps maintain quality standards by inspecting products, documenting findings, and supporting continuous improvement throughout manufacturing operations. This role requires attention to detail, technical knowledge, and a commitment to product excellence. Successful Quality Associate professionals understand inspection equipment, manufacturing processes, and quality systems while helping maintain consistent production standards. Dependable inspection practices contribute directly to customer confidence. This career offers meaningful opportunities for individuals who value quality and technical accuracy. About Us At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact. Staffmark is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Staffmark offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Staffmark is an E-Verify employer. See our Privacy Notice for Candidates and Employees/Contractors at By applying, you consent to receive AI-generated and non-AI-generated calls, texts, or emails from Staffmark Group, its affiliates, and partners. Frequency varies and message/data rates may apply. Reply STOP to cancel or HELP for help. The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.