Quality Specialist II
Location: Latrobe, PA
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Opportunity
Our client is a leading manufacturer of high-performance specialty materials serving critical industries such as aerospace, energy, transportation, and medical. With a strong focus on innovation and advanced manufacturing technologies—including additive manufacturing and next-generation alloys—this organization plays a key role in enabling cutting-edge applications across global markets.
This is an excellent opportunity for a quality professional looking to grow within a dynamic, production-driven environment while contributing to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Position Summary
The Quality Specialist II supports quality initiatives across manufacturing operations by driving process improvements, enhancing product quality, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This role focuses on reducing defects, improving process capability, and supporting cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive improvements in process and product quality to increase First Time Through (FTT) performance
- Support development and implementation of Critical to Quality (CTQ) metrics, Key Process Characteristics (KPC/KCC), control plans, and FMEA
- Reduce customer claims, scrap, rework, and deviations through root cause analysis and corrective actions
- Identify opportunities to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) in critical work centers
- Investigate and resolve quality issues using structured problem-solving methodologies
- Implement and maintain Statistical Process Control (SPC) to ensure process stability and capability
- Apply measurement system analysis (MSA), inspection, and sampling techniques; recommend improvements as needed
- Participate in New Product Introduction (NPI) activities to ensure robust process development
- Maintain and support compliance with AS9100, ISO9001, Nadcap, and related quality standards
- Contribute to audits and quality system management activities
- Support additional quality initiatives and special projects as assigned
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
- 2–4 years of experience in a quality, manufacturing, or engineering environment
- Working knowledge of quality systems and standards (ISO9001, AS9100, ISO17025, and/or Nadcap preferred)
- Familiarity with auditing principles and metrology techniques
Preferred Skills & Competencies
- Experience working in cross-functional teams to resolve process gaps and improve performance
- Strong problem-solving skills using tools such as Pareto charts, fishbone diagrams, control charts, histograms, and scatter diagrams
- Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, PPS, error-proofing)
- Ability to prioritize tasks, make sound decisions, and manage multiple responsibilities
- Comfortable working both independently and with guidance on complex issues
- Strong communication (verbal and written) and organizational skills
- Basic project management capabilities
- Proficiency with standard computer applications and systems
- Experience in a manufacturing or production environment
Why Join
This role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact quality initiatives within a highly technical manufacturing environment. The organization provides a collaborative culture, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package.
