Quality Auditor / Production Assistant

Shift: 9:00 PM 5:00 AM (Night Shift)
Pay Rate: $21.26/hr

Position Overview

We are seeking a Quality Auditor / Production Assistant to support manufacturing operations by performing in-process quality audits, identifying quality issues, and providing real-time feedback to production teams. This role ensures finished goods meet established quality standards while supporting continuous improvement efforts, customer satisfaction, and prevention of quality incidents.

The ideal candidate will have experience in manufacturing quality control, inspections, audits, or production environments and be comfortable working independently while collaborating closely with operators, supervisors, and quality teams.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Auditing & Inspections

• Perform in-process quality audits within assigned production areas following established procedures and quality standards.

• Conduct inspections and measurements of critical-to-quality characteristics throughout production runs.

• Complete audit documentation accurately and submit reports to Quality Management or Department Supervisors.

• Perform beginning-of-run and end-of-run quality evaluations.

• Verify completion of pre-startup quality checks before production begins.

• Ensure products meet customer and internal quality requirements.

Quality Issue Identification & Resolution

• Identify process issues, defects, non-conformances, and potential quality risks.

• Communicate quality concerns immediately to production leadership.

• Support containment efforts by identifying, isolating, and managing suspect materials.

• Follow non-conforming material procedures to prevent defective products from reaching customers.

• Assist with corrective action activities and continuous improvement initiatives.

Production Support

• Provide support to machine operators with order readiness and machine setup activities.

• Assist with quality sorting activities as needed.

• Support daily production goals while maintaining quality standards.

• Perform additional production support tasks assigned by department leadership.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Experience working in a manufacturing, production, or quality environment.

• Understanding of quality control processes, inspections, and manufacturing standards.

• Ability to identify defects and communicate quality concerns effectively.

• Knowledge of non-conforming material handling and corrective action processes.

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate documentation.

• Ability to work independently while following established procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience performing quality audits, inspections, or quality assurance activities.

• Experience in corrugated packaging manufacturing.

• Experience working directly with production operators and manufacturing teams.

• Familiarity with continuous improvement practices.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented manufacturing professional who enjoys hands-on work, understands the importance of quality standards, and can confidently identify and escalate issues while supporting production operations.

This position is a great fit for candidates with backgrounds such as:

• Quality Inspector

• Quality Technician

• Manufacturing Associate

• Production Assistant

• Quality Auditor

• QA/QC Technician

• Manufacturing Technician

Interview Required

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.