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Ross Stores

Area Supervisor

Hood River, OR

Our focus has always been bringing our customers a constant stream of high-quality brands and on ... Responsible for security of building including entrance/exit control (Associate entry/egress ...

Ross Stores

Area Supervisor

Hood River, OR · On-site

Our focus has always been bringing our customers a constant stream of high-quality brands and on ... Responsible for security of building including entrance/exit control (Associate entry/egress ...

Overwatch Imaging

Production Technician

Hood River, OR · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Quality Control * Conduct in-process and final inspections. * Record data from quality checks and ... Associate degree in electronics or technical certification preferred * Minimum 3 years of ...

Overwatch Imaging

Production Technician

Hood River, OR · On-site

$18 - $22.50/hr

Quality Control * Conduct in-process and final inspections. * Record data from quality checks and ... Associate degree in electronics or technical certification preferred * Minimum 3 years of ...

Overwatch Imaging

Production Technician

Hood River, OR · On-site

$18 - $22.50/hr

Quality Control * Conduct in-process and final inspections. * Record data from quality checks and ... Associate degree in electronics or technical certification preferred * Minimum 3 years of ...

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How much do quality control associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for quality control associate in Lyle, WA is $26.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.57 and $32.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a quality control associate do?

A Quality Control Associate is responsible for ensuring that products meet established standards of quality, including reliability, usability, and performance. They conduct inspections, perform tests, and document their findings to identify defects or deviations from specifications. Quality Control Associates often work closely with production teams to address issues and help maintain compliance with industry regulations. Their role is critical in maintaining customer satisfaction and upholding the reputation of their company. They may work in a variety of industries, including pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, and food production.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a quality control associate?

To thrive as a Quality Control Associate, you need a solid understanding of quality assurance principles, attention to detail, and often a background in science or manufacturing. Familiarity with inspection tools, laboratory equipment, and quality management systems (such as ISO standards) is typically required, and certifications like Six Sigma or ASQ may be advantageous. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills set exceptional candidates apart. These skills ensure that products consistently meet standards, reduce errors, and support overall operational excellence.

What are some common challenges quality control associates face when ensuring product consistency across different production batches?

Quality Control Associates often encounter challenges such as variations in raw material quality, changes in manufacturing processes, and tight production schedules that can lead to inconsistencies between batches. Addressing these issues requires keen attention to detail, effective communication with production teams, and a strong understanding of standard operating procedures. Staying proactive in identifying potential sources of variation and collaborating closely with other departments helps maintain high product standards and minimizes the risk of defects.

What is the difference between Quality Control Associate vs Quality Assurance Technician?

AspectQuality Control AssociateQuality Assurance Technician
CertificationsOften requires GMP, ISO, or industry-specific quality certificationsSimilar certifications, with focus on quality standards and compliance
Work EnvironmentLaboratory, manufacturing, or production settingsLaboratory, manufacturing, or quality compliance environments
Primary FocusInspecting products, testing samples, identifying defectsDeveloping and implementing quality systems, audits, and process improvements
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing, pharmaceuticals, food productionManufacturing, pharmaceuticals, food industry

While both roles focus on quality, the Quality Control Associate primarily inspects and tests products to identify defects, whereas the Quality Assurance Technician develops and maintains quality systems to prevent issues. Both roles are essential in ensuring product quality and compliance within manufacturing and production environments.

What cities near Lyle, WA are hiring for Quality Control Associate jobs? Cities near Lyle, WA with the most Quality Control Associate job openings:
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SCADA Control Systems Plant Specialist - Rufus, Oregon

Portland General Electric Company

Rufus, OR • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Portland General Electric rating

9.0

Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven't stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We're always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.

This job will be located in Rufus, Oregon

Opening Statement

This position is open totwo P-levels:Associate Control Systems Specialist (Grade 5 / P1 - Entry)andControl Systems Specialist (Grade 6 / P2 - Intermediate).
The level at which an offer is made will bedeterminedbased on the selected candidate's qualifications, skills, and experience.

Job Overview

As a Control Systems Specialist, you will deliver expert technical support for SCADA systems and Operational Technology computer networks across design, operations, and maintenance functions. This position requires strong analytical skills to interpret business processes and implement effective solutions.

Key Responsibilities:
MaintainandoptimizeSCADA software applications
Manage user access and permissions
Diagnosing and resolving complex communication issues
Support critical infrastructure including computer hardware, control systems, networking equipment, and fiber optic connections

What Sets You Apart:
Ability to work independently while collaborating with Subject Matter Experts and Project Engineers
Strong problem-solving skills with a talent for developing innovative solutions
Technicalexpertiseacross multiple platforms and systems
Forward-thinking approach to system optimization

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities for this role aredeterminedby P-level and are outlined separately below.

Responsibilities - Associate Control Systems Specialist (Grade 5 / P1 - Entry)

Production Control Systems

  • Assists in the configuration of devices used in the control systems andhelpstechnicians in troubleshooting problems.
  • Assistsengineering and project teams with programming, and commissioning of control systems.
  • Supports the modification of programs for various software applications for PLC, DCS, SCADA, and HMIs.
  • Assistsinmaintainingexisting DCS and HMI platform(s), Auxiliary control systems to minimize downtime and performance losses.
  • Maintains user access to control systems.

Troubleshooting and Analysis

  • With guidance, provide first-level support for troubleshooting system failures (controls/graphics, field devices, electrical). With guidance, support the troubleshooting of failures on IT platforms: Software Applications, Operating Systems and Computer Networks

Testing and Controls

  • Follows procedure complete performance tests of control equipment and systems. Documents testing results. Maintains testing procedures. Performs system performance audits and document results.

Consultation and Leadership

  • Participates in project design reviews to ensure P&IDs, instrumentation specs, and other engineering documents meet standards. Communicates with site managementregardingproduct design and schedule. Provides informationtoother team members.

Compliance and Reporting

  • Ensures all processes align toappropriate standards, regulations, and laws. Maintains compliance-related documentation.Runsreports and analyzes data as needed. Ensure safe work practices. Follows quality documentation forms and executes them prior, during and post to every testing process.

Project Coordination

  • Supports site operational maintenance or testing elements in support of engineering and construction needs.

Responsibilities - Control Systems Specialist (Grade 6 / P2 - Intermediate)

Production Control Systems

  • Leads site commissioning,activitiesand trains site personnel on control system applications.
  • Responsiblefor the modification of programs for various software applications for PLC, DCS, SCADA, andHMIs..
  • Responsible formaintaining/Enhancing existing DCS and HMI platform(s), Auxiliary systems minimize downtime and performance losses.
  • Provides advanced configuration and troubleshooting.
  • Performs and documents tasks in accordancetoregulatory or compliance standards.
  • Manages user access to control systems.

Troubleshooting and Analysis

  • Responsible for troubleshooting and resolution of control system failures (graphics, field devices, electrical). Lead in the troubleshooting of failures on IT platforms: Software Applications, Operating Systems, and Computer Networks.

Testing and Controls

  • Develops performance tests of controls equipment and systems and integrates the information for equipment trending and decision-making purposes. Develops andmaintainstesting procedures and documentation. Leads in system performance audits toidentifyand develop functional improvements and enhance controls.

Consultation and Leadership

  • Provides input in project design reviews to ensure P&IDs, instrumentation specs, and other engineering documents meet standards.Assistsproject teams with the creation of design and construction documents as they relate to control systems. Communicates with the site managementregardingproject design and schedule. Provides coaching, guidance, and feedback to other team members.

Compliance and Reporting

  • Ensures all processes align toappropriate standards, regulations, and laws. Maintains compliance-related documentation.Runsreports and analyzes data as needed. Ensure safe work practices. Develops and follows quality documentation forms and executes them prior, during and post to every testing process.

Project Coordination

  • Proactivelyidentifynew projects for the company and support design, construction, operation, maintenance, and testing elements in support of engineering and construction needs.

Education / Experience / Certifications

Education
Requires a degree in engineering, project management, or a related technical field or equivalent experience.

Experience

  • P1:Typicallytwo or fewer years of technical experience in control systems

  • P2:Typically2 or more years of technical experience in control systems

Certifications, Licenses and Training
CompTIA Network+, CompTIA A+ Cisco CCNA preferred but notrequired.

MinimumCompetencies

Functional Competencies

Proficiencyby level:

  • P1: Basicproficiency

  • P2: Intermediateproficiency

  • Knowledge of PGE and industry requirements relating to the operation and maintenance of a power generation facility
  • Project management knowledge
  • Knowledgeof plant systems, operations, and maintenance concepts
  • Knowledge of applicable policies, rules, regulations, and codes in the utility engineering field
  • Knowledge of contract administration
  • Skills in systems used in the department, including budgeting system, outage management system, and general office-based systems and programs
  • Ability to review, evaluate and analyze technical information, policies, and reports
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and documents
  • Ability to manage stakeholders
  • Analytical thinking skills
  • Business acumen
  • Knowledge of Control System and SCADA system and networks
  • Knowledge of Control System Software Applications and Operating Systems

General Competencies

Proficiencyby level:

  • P1: Basicproficiency

  • P2: Intermediateproficiency

  • Business process interrelationships skills
  • Analytical thinking skills
  • Business acumen
  • Negotiation skills
  • Organization/prioritization skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Team-building skills
  • Written/oral communication skills

Physical, Schedule/Attendance, and Cognitive Demands

The following requirements apply to both P-levels of this position.

Cognitive Level
Intermediate: Consistent use of logic or scientific thinking to define problems, collect information,establishfacts, and draw valid conclusions

Cognitive
Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines, and time-sensitive tasks
Ability to follow accuracy standards
Ability to follow through on decision-making tasks
Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment
Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress
Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change
Ability to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedback
Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement
Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks
Ability to successfully collaborate with peers, managers, and others within the organization
Demonstrates sound memory
Ability to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasks

Schedule/Attendance
Ability to adhere to pre-established schedule
Ability to work long hours
Ability to work a variable schedule
Ability to report to work during severe inclement weather
Ability to consistently meet attendance standards
Ability to work shift schedule (occasionally)
Ability to work on-call schedule (occasionally)

Physical Capabilities
Valid driver's license required
Driving/travel-frequently
Computer use
Lifting/carrying up to 50lb
Elevated areas, confined spaces, uneven surfaces, stairs, ladders

Environment

Office environment
Plant environment
Field environment

Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity.

PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future. To find out more, click here.

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PGE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel connected, valued, and empowered to thrive. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the Recruiter associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting talentacquisition@pgn.comor by calling 503-464-7250. The Recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process.

To be considered for this position, please complete the following employment application by the posting close date. Posting closes at midnight (Pacific Time) on the closing date below. If no date is listed, job is open until filled.

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