Quality Assurance Specialist 1 in Montpelier, Vermont at Web Industries Inc

Web Industries a 100% employee-owned company (ESOP), which brings a lot of advantages to the people who work here—beyond the great pay and excellent benefits. You’re not just an employee, you are an employee-owner, with a vested interest in the success of the company. Web Industries’ founder, Bob Fulton, believed that the people who create the value of a company, the employees, should share in the success of the company. We believe there is a real energy that exists when people are open, honest, and work together to meet mutual goals. We do this by living our values:

Heart of an Owner: Taking personal responsibility and pride in our work.

Stronger Together: The power of collaboration and teamwork.

Find a Way: Determination and creativity to overcome challenges

As a company, we thrive on that energy and work to bring it into every product and every project that we touch. At Web, we believe the employee experience is paramount to our company’s success. Working with us, you’ll experience a myriad of cultures, locations, industries, and technologies. And you’ll be part of an employee-owned company dedicated to helping you achieve a fulfilling life and a rewarding career.

Location: Must be able to work onsite in Middlesex, VT

POSITION SUMMARY

The Quality Specialist I will be responsible for supporting the company's quality systems and processes to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards. This role will require strong attention to detail and the ability to effectively communicate with both internal and external stakeholders.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Lead internal audits to ensure compliance with quality systems and processes.

• Participate in Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA) to identify potential risks and develop mitigation plans.

• Conduct investigations and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to identify and address quality issues.

• Coordinating and facilitating closure of nonconformance records

• Create standard work and procedures to improve quality and efficiency.

• Review and approve documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with quality requirements.

• Coordinate the creation of Product Release/CoC documentation to ensure timely release of products.

• Participate in calibrations coordination to ensure equipment is properly maintained and calibrated.

• Performs any other function or responsibility as assigned

Additional REQUIRED Qualifications/Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or technical field or equivalent experience

• Two years of experience in a quality assurance or related role

• Strong understanding of quality systems

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ON GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS

Additional PREFERRED Qualifications/Skills:

• ASQ certification or equivalent

• Familiarity with applicable regulatory requirements

• Experience with Lean six sigma methodologies