Senior Quality Assurance Specialist

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$70,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

Are you ready to elevate quality standards and drive excellence in manufacturing?

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented professional to lead and enhance their quality systems. This pivotal role ensures products meet the highest safety, compliance, and customer satisfaction standards. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience in manufacturing quality assurance, a proven track record of implementing QA programs, and leadership skills to promote a quality-focused culture.

• Design, implement, and enhance QA systems and procedures across manufacturing and distribution.
• Oversee product inspection, testing, and validation to ensure compliance with company standards, ISO 9001, and GMP regulations.
• Manage complaint and nonconformance processes, including root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Lead internal audit programs and serve as a key contact during customer and regulatory audits.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and product development teams to identify quality risks and develop preventive solutions.
• Administer quality data systems, including document control and ERP-integrated QA modules.
• Apply statistical quality control (SPC) and data analysis to monitor trends and drive corrective/preventive measures.
• Track and report quality KPIs (e.g., defect rates, audit findings, CAPA closure rates) to leadership.
• Exercise authority to hold or release products based on established quality standards.
• Support continuous improvement and Lean initiatives by integrating QA processes into company wide efficiency projects.

• 3-5 years of quality assurance or quality control experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of QA standards, compliance frameworks (ISO 9001, GMP), and audit protocols.
• Professional certification preferred: CQE, CQA, or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Proficiency with ERP/QA software systems, document control, and advanced Excel/analytics tools.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for executive reporting and training.
• Bachelor's or Associate degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related field preferred.
• Familiarity with Lean/Continuous Improvement methodologies preferred.

• Lead and shape quality systems at a growing organization.
• Collaborative, fast-paced work environment with direct impact on business performance.
• Professional development support, including advanced certifications and training.

At Talent Wave Associates, we connect outstanding talent with exceptional opportunities. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to fostering an inclusive, people‑first recruiting experience. Ready to ride the wave of opportunity? Apply today!

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Quality Assurance

Staffing and Recruiting

Chicago, IL