Quality Assurance Specialist; QA Specialist

Position:
Quality Assurance Specialist (QA Specialist)

Location:

Newark, NJ / Northern New Jersey (Hybrid, Daily Local Travel Required)

Employment Type:

Contract Role (1099)

Join an innovative and fast-growing startup that operates within specialized alternative markets, where the smallest details shape the success of our business. We are seeking a dedicated Quality Assurance Specialist (QA Specialist) to play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of our operational workflows. Based in Newark, NJ, this contract position offers a dynamic hybrid work environment with daily local travel required, providing a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact in a rapidly scaling organization.

Our company culture is built on agility, discipline, and a shared commitment to excellence. As a Quality Assurance Specialist (QA Specialist), you will be the vital checkpoint responsible for maintaining the highest standards of quality across all operational processes. Your work will involve meticulous verification against established standard operating procedures (SOPs), identifying anomalies, and acting as the first line of defense to ensure that our processes perform as intended.

The Quality Assurance Specialist (QA Specialist) is responsible for verifying that all company workflows and operations adhere strictly to established SOPs and quality benchmarks. This role demands a keen eye for detail, a methodical approach to process evaluation, and the ability to maintain comprehensive documentation of all actions and outcomes. The successful candidate will be comfortable working independently in both digital and field environments, performing checks before and after task execution, and escalating any irregularities or edge cases for higher-level review.

Your commitment to accuracy will directly contribute to the reliability and scalability of our organization.

• Verify task completion and workflow execution against established SOPs to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Conduct pre- and post-execution checks, confirming that all processes meet documented standards.
• Identify anomalies, irregularities, or edge cases within operational workflows and elevate issues for prompt resolution.
• Maintain thorough and transparent documentation of all actions, checks, and outcomes related to quality assurance activities.
• Perform field-based verifications and client-specific quality checks, requiring daily local travel within the Newark, NJ area.
• Collaborate with team members to support continuous improvement of SOPs and operational processes.
• Utilize digital platforms, dashboards, and browser-based tools to track and report on quality metrics.

• Competitive hourly pay structure, with additional performance-based incentives available for exceptional work quality.
• Work within a structured environment that offers clear expectations and well-defined workflows, fostering confidence and reliability.
• Opportunity for direct, measurable impact on the organization's reputation for precision and trustworthiness.
• Strong team collaboration supported by comprehensive, well-documented SOPs and operational guidelines.

• Demonstrated attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy and process discipline.
• Ability to work effectively with structured checklists, defined procedures, and in time-sensitive environments.
• Proficiency with digital tools, platforms, and browser-based dashboards for tracking and reporting tasks.
• Reliable local presence in the Newark, NJ area and capacity for daily travel as required by the role.
• Excellent record-keeping and documentation skills, with a focus on transparency and thoroughness.
• Strong communication skills for escalating issues and collaborating with team members.

• Experience in quality assurance, compliance, auditing, lab testing, or other structured review environments is advantageous but not required.
• Familiarity with high-precision, SOP-driven work environments.
• Comfort with both digital and in-person verification tasks.
• Achievement in competitive strategy or video games is a plus, demonstrating analytical rigor and focus.
• New graduates and early-career professionals are encouraged to apply.

• This is a contract, hybrid role based in Newark, NJ, with daily local travel required to fulfill field-based responsibilities.
• The company offers a collaborative team culture with opportunities to contribute…