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2M Quality, LLC

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New Home Quality Reviewer

Louisville, KY · On-site

$25 - $45/hr

Driving to construction sites and conducting quality reviews on the day it is scheduled. Work may be started anytime during the day between 8 am to 3:30 pm. Reports are submitted on site ...

Acorn-By-Synergie

Quality Inspector

Wellington, KY

$28K/yr

Quality Inspector (a1WNz000004fMn3MAE) Wellington, England Salary: GBP28500 - GBP28500 per annum Quality Inspector | Quality Control Inspector | QC Inspector Wellington | £28,500 per annum | 39 ...

3A Composites

Quality Engineer

Benton, KY

$56K - $73K/yr

Quality Manager FLSA Status : Exempt Shift : 1st (with support across shifts as needed) Purpose The Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring product quality through the development ...

3A Composites USA

Quality Engineer

Benton, KY · On-site

$56K - $73K/yr

Quality Manager FLSA Status : Exempt Shift : 1st (with support across shifts as needed) Purpose The Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring product quality through the development ...

Hussey Copper

Quality Manager

Eminence, KY · On-site

The Quality Manager is responsible for overseeing the total Quality Assurance and Process Metallurgy systems to ensure high levels of product quality, process consistency, operational efficiency, and ...

Panoston

Quality Engineer

Bowling Green, KY · On-site

$70K - $91K/yr

QUALITY ENGINEER Position Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Quality Engineer to support product and process quality across manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for ...

Ensign-Bickford Industries

Quality Engineer

Graham, KY

$61K - $80K/yr

EBAD is seeking a Quality Engineer with experience working in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities: This position provides organizational support for customer programs and supplier quality ...

Hendrickson USA, LLC

Quality Engineer

Lebanon, KY · On-site

$61K - $79K/yr

Utilize Quality tools in a team atmosphere to support plant objectives, launch new products, drive continuous improvement in existing product and reduce scrap. The Quality Engineer participates in ...

Winston Industries LLC

Quality Engineer

Louisville, KY · On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

Quality is engineered into the product from the beginning and reinforced throughout the manufacturing process. We are looking for a Quality Engineering Manager who gets excited about root cause ...

Alpla

Quality Manager

Florence, KY · On-site

Responsible for promoting a quality and continuous improvement mind set in all plant employees. * Ensures compliance with all quality management system requirements (ISO 9001, FSSC 22000 and other ...

Actalent

Quality Supervisor

Shelbyville, KY

The Quality Supervisor leads the daily operations of the quality laboratory, providing hands-on guidance to quality lab staff while driving continuous improvement in product quality, waste reduction ...

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Talis Group, Inc.

Quality Manager

Louisville, KY · On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

Lead Quality. Drive Innovation. Enjoy Your Weekends. Are you an experienced Quality Engineering leader who enjoys solving complex manufacturing challenges and driving continuous improvement? Talis ...

Dana Incorporated

Quality Manager

Dry Ridge, KY

Job Duties and Responsibilities • Responsible for day to day business interaction between the operational and quality leadership and the respective plant and quality managers with regards to ...

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How much do quality jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for quality in Kentucky is $18.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.05 and $20.24 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a quality professional typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product standards?

Quality professionals frequently work alongside teams from production, engineering, and supply chain to identify areas for process improvement and resolve quality issues. They often participate in meetings, conduct root cause analyses, and help implement corrective actions to ensure products meet regulatory and customer standards. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are essential, as quality experts must clearly convey findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. This collaborative approach helps foster a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.

What is a quality job?

Quality jobs typically refer to positions responsible for ensuring that products or services meet established standards of excellence. Professionals in quality roles may work in industries like manufacturing, healthcare, or software, and their work often involves inspecting, testing, and evaluating processes or outputs. Common quality job titles include Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist, Quality Control (QC) Inspector, and Quality Manager. These roles help organizations maintain compliance with regulations, improve customer satisfaction, and minimize defects or errors.

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

To thrive as a Quality Assurance Specialist, you need a solid understanding of quality control principles, problem-solving skills, and typically a degree in engineering, science, or a related field. Familiarity with tools such as Six Sigma, ISO standards, statistical process control (SPC), and quality management systems (QMS) is often required, along with relevant certifications like ASQ CQE. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and strong communication skills help professionals excel in identifying issues and collaborating with teams. These skills ensure products and services consistently meet regulatory and customer standards, supporting organizational reputation and efficiency.

What is the difference between Quality vs Quality Assurance?

AspectQualityQuality Assurance
FocusOverall product or service quality, continuous improvementProcesses and procedures to prevent defects
CredentialsVaries; often includes certifications like Six Sigma, quality management degreesCertifications like ASQ CQE, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt
Work EnvironmentAcross production, service, and management rolesTypically in quality departments, audits, and process control
Industry UsageBroadly used in manufacturing, healthcare, software, and moreCommon in manufacturing, software development, and engineering sectors

Quality focuses on the overall excellence of products or services, emphasizing improvement and customer satisfaction. Quality Assurance concentrates on establishing and maintaining processes to prevent defects, ensuring consistent quality. While related, Quality is broader, and Quality Assurance is more process-oriented.

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New Home Quality Reviewer

2M Quality, LLC

Louisville, KY • On-site

$25 - $45/hr

Part-time

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Job description

This is a part time, 1099 position.

Job duties include:

Looking at newly built homes from a customer's perspective to identify defects in workmanship, quality, completeness, consistency, and professionalism. (Reviews take on average 1 to 1.5 hours to complete) Each review is meant to evaluate the quality of the finished construction.

Driving to construction sites and conducting quality reviews on the day it is scheduled. Work may be started anytime during the day between 8 am to 3:30 pm. Reports are submitted on site electronically upon completion of review and no later than 5PM.

Entering review results online using your own tablet while on the job site. Training will be provided on how to enter a Quality Review Report in the report database.

Reviewers are not required to walk on roofs or in attics.

No tools, lights or ladders are used in the review.

Residential construction experience is preferred but not required.

Required equipment:

  • Tablet (Cellular enabled from 2020 model or newer)
  • Blue painter's tape
  • Hard hat (Required to be worn while on the job site.)
  • Access to email while out in the field either though a tablet or phone

Preferred background experience:

  • General Contractor/Superintendent/Project Manager
  • Familiar with punch list writing or general QC/QA principles.
  • Home Renovation or Remodeling
  • Familiar with fit and finish reviews or warranty walk through with homeowners

Ideal candidates will be:

  • Detail oriented - able to be thorough and consistent
  • Able to recognize defects in a home from a buyer's viewpoint.
  • Reliable - work must be completed on the scheduled day between 8am - 5pm
  • Principled - able to work unsupervised while providing thoroughness and consistency in each home
  • Able to connect to the internet via Wi-Fi
  • Have experience working with a mobile device and familiar on how to solve minor technical issues that could occur while out in the field.
  • Able to drive to sites around the area. (Drive time is not compensated). Management will group work orders whenever possible minimizing drive time between stops.

This is a part-time position. Reviewers must be available 4-5 days Monday thru Friday to work partial and sometimes full days. Days off must be given to the scheduler a week or more in advance (except in the case of emergencies).

Compensation: Paid per review completed.

Pay rate ranges from $75-$90 per new review.

Introductory period lasts for 30 -60 days, and pay is $65-$75 per review during that timeframe.

There is a $10/house raise when introductory period ends.

**No phone calls please**

Company Description

A 2M Quality review is a thorough look at all of the finish details of a new home by a professional third party. While a county building inspection is looking at construction passing minimum building code, a 2M Quality review makes sure the home's workmanship is top-notch. For example, a building inspector will make sure a light works; a 2M Quality reviewer will make sure the light is centered above the sink, is installed level and tight to the wall, and that the light fixture is free from scratches or damage.