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TEKBERRY

Quality Engineering Specialist

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

$31 - $39/hr

Quality Engineering Specialist Pay Rate or Salary Range: $31/hr - $39/hr DOE Benefits include health, dental, and vision (following 90 days of employment) Employment Type: Temp2Hire Schedule: 8am ...

Tekberry

Quality Engineering Specialist

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

$31 - $39/hr

Quality Engineering Specialist Pay Rate or Salary Range: $31/hr - $39/hr DOE Benefits include health, dental, and vision (following 90 days of employment) Employment Type: Temp2Hire Schedule: 8am ...

L3HHCM20

Quality Engineering, Specialist

Clifton, NJ · On-site

$8.4K - $156K/yr

Quality Engineering, Specialist Job Code: 41154 Job Location: Clifton, New Jersey Job Schedule: 9/80 L3Harris is looking for a Quality Engineer to join its operations organization in Clifton, New ...

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Quality Engineering Specialist

Clinton, TN · On-site

Quality Engineering Specialist Company: Aisin Automotive Casting Tennessee Inc. Department: Quality Location: Clinton, TN Position Summary Plans and conducts activities concerned with the quality ...

OmniForce

Quality Engineering Specialist

Denver, CO · On-site

$75 - $80K/hr

They're seeking a Quality Engineering Specialist to join their team in St. George, UT. Eligible candidates will need to be local to the St. George, UT area or open to relocating (relocation ...

Generac

Senior Quality Engineering Specialist

Eagle, WI · On-site

$96K - $132K/yr

The Senior Quality Engineering Specialist works with suppliers and personnel to improve quality systems and performance. This position is responsible for ensuring that suppliers meet quality ...

DR Power LLP

$60K - $83K/yr

The Senior Quality Engineering Specialist works with suppliers and personnel to improve quality systems and performance. This position is responsible for ensuring that suppliers meet quality ...

Denso

Quality Engineer 2

Maryville, TN · On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

The Quality Engineering Specialist will support processes in quality engineering and customer interactions on the DENSO Maryville campus. In particular, the Quality Engineering Specialist will ...

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How much do quality engineering specialist jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for quality engineering specialist in the United States is $34.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.44 and $40.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a quality engineering specialist?

A Quality Engineering Specialist is a professional responsible for ensuring that products and processes meet established quality standards and regulatory requirements. They develop and implement quality control systems, analyze data to identify areas for improvement, and collaborate with production and engineering teams to resolve issues. Their role often includes conducting audits, reviewing documentation, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product reliability and customer satisfaction.

How does a quality engineering specialist typically interact with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality?

Quality Engineering Specialists regularly collaborate with design, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to develop and implement quality assurance processes throughout the product lifecycle. They often participate in design reviews, lead root cause analyses for defects, and coordinate testing activities to ensure compliance with industry standards. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are essential, as they must bridge gaps between technical and non-technical team members to drive continuous improvement. This collaborative approach helps identify potential quality issues early and fosters a culture of quality across the organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a quality engineering specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Quality Engineering Specialist, you need expertise in quality control processes, statistical analysis, and a relevant engineering degree or certification such as Six Sigma or ASQ. Familiarity with quality management systems (QMS) like ISO 9001, failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), and tools like Minitab or SPC software is typically required. Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication skills set exceptional candidates apart. These skills are crucial for ensuring product reliability, compliance with standards, and continuous improvement within manufacturing or production environments.

What is the difference between Quality Engineering Specialist vs Quality Assurance Analyst?

AspectQuality Engineering SpecialistQuality Assurance Analyst
CertificationsASQ CQE, Six Sigma Green BeltASQ CQA, Six Sigma Green Belt
Work EnvironmentProduct development, manufacturing, engineering teamsTesting, process review, compliance teams
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing, aerospace, automotive, techSoftware, manufacturing, healthcare

The main difference is that a Quality Engineering Specialist focuses on designing and improving quality processes during product development, while a Quality Assurance Analyst primarily tests and verifies products or services to ensure they meet quality standards. Both roles require similar certifications and often work in overlapping industries, but their core responsibilities differ in the product lifecycle.

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Infographic showing various Quality Engineering Specialist job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 88% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,616 per year, or $34.4 per hour.

Quality Engineering Specialist

Santa Rosa, CA • On-site

TEKBERRY
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 51 - 200 employees
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$31 - $39/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Posted 29 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Provide technical support, training, and cross-functional coordination across Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Inspection, Planning, and R&D.

  • Analyze manufacturing, coating, inspection, testing, and SPC data to identify trends and recommend process, equipment, and quality improvements.

  • Support product testing, troubleshooting, product disposition, and nonconformance investigations, including data analysis, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.

Job description

Title: Quality Engineering Specialist
Pay Rate or Salary Range: $31/hr - $39/hr DOE
Benefits include health, dental, and vision (following 90 days of employment)
Employment Type: Temp2Hire 
Schedule: 8am – 5pm
Location: Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Job Code: JPC-12547


Tekberry is looking for a highly qualified and motivated Quality Engineering Specialist to work on-site with our client, a top-tier optical manufacturing company. As a W2 employee you will have access to health benefits.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide technical support, training, and cross-functional coordination across Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Inspection, Planning, and R&D.
  • Analyze manufacturing, coating, inspection, testing, and SPC data to identify trends and recommend process, equipment, and quality improvements.
  • Support product testing, troubleshooting, product disposition, and nonconformance investigations, including data analysis, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
  • Review customer requirements, purchase orders, drawings, and specifications and translate requirements into accurate MES product specifications and customer documentation.
  • Develop, maintain, and improve process controls, inspection methods, SOPs, and technical documentation to support product quality, yield, efficiency, and consistency.
  • Ensure compliance with customer, quality, industry, and safety requirements, including applicable MIL-PRF, ANSI, and ISO standards, while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline OR high school diploma or equivalent plus 3 years of relevant technical, engineering, quality, inspection, process control, or manufacturing support experience.
•   Experience using Excel, MES, inspection systems, SPC tools, or other manufacturing data systems to review trends, compile results, and support technical decisions.
•   Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and advanced Excel capability.
•   Ability to read, understand, interpret, and follow detailed instructions, work instructions, specifications, and written communications.
•   Ability to write clear, accurate, and concise technical or informational correspondence.
•   Able to communicate clearly, manage multiple priorities, and work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
•   Team-oriented, collaborative, reliable, and driven to meet goals and improve processes.
•   Must maintain satisfactory attendance, including timeliness.
•   This position may involve access to information subject to U.S. Export Controls. Any job offer may be contingent upon the applicant’s ability to meet applicable export control requirements.
Preferred Experience:
•   Experience in thin film manufacturing or a technical manufacturing environment, including optical coating, metrology, inspection, disposition, cleaning, parts assembly, fabrication, or quality support.
•   Experience developing or maintaining Standard Operating Procedures, Job Safety/Hazard Analysis, Work
Instructions, or other controlled documentation.
•   Hands-on experience with metrology equipment, such as spectrophotometers, laser measurement systems, Zygo interferometers, part measurement systems, or similar tools.
•   Familiarity with quality, environmental, and safety programs, standards, and regulations such as ISO 9001, ISO
14001, ISO 45001, Cal/OSHA, and cleanroom requirements.
•   Familiarity with lean manufacturing methods and tools, including 5S, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement
 

Tekberry Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.

Tekberry, Inc is a Certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE).

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