Quality Assurance Inspector - Fenton, MO - DOE

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Quality Assurance Job Description

The Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist at our valued client will ensure that all metal finishing processes—including anodizing, plating, painting, and inspection—consistently meet both internal and customer quality standards. This role involves hands‑on inspection of raw materials and finished goods, conducting tests, maintaining detailed documentation, and collaborating with manufacturing teams to troubleshoot and improve processes.

• Inspect metal parts and finished products for compliance with specifications using precise measurement tools (e.g., micrometers, calipers, gauges).
• Perform and log all required quality checks, documenting any non‑conformance issues and initiating corrective action reports.
• Maintain thorough records of QA activities, inspection outcomes, and process deviations to ensure traceability.
• Oversee production phases for adherence to industry and company standards, including regulatory compliance for aerospace and specialty finishing.
• Analyze and resolve quality‑related customer complaints and coordinate with operations for root‑cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Enforce and improve protocols to optimise inspection and product quality.
• Facilitate quality audits and support management in data collection for continuous improvement efforts.
• Train production staff in QA best practices and ensure safety standards are upheld during all inspections and processes.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; further technical education or relevant certifications preferred.
• Experience with metal finishing processes, aerospace or manufacturing QA roles is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with quality management systems, statistical analysis in Excel, and relevant measuring equipment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with attention to detail and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. and ability to pass pre‑employment screening.

• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift products of varying sizes and weights as part of inspection and QA processes.

Disclaimer: This document is a living document, and the employer reserves the right to modify job duties, responsibilities, and requirements at any time, with or without notice.

Arnold, MO  Meramec Bottom Road Suite I St. Louis, MO 63129