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Quality Assurance & Strategic Procurement Specialist

Job ID: 1762592
OA Reference: QA/vv

  • $70,000 to $90,000
  • Huntington Beach, 92649

We’re looking for a detail-oriented and organized professional to help us maintain high-quality standards and manage procurement activities. You’ll work closely with different teams to ensure smooth production, reliable suppliers, and timely deliveries.

What You’ll Do:

Quality Assurance:

Oversee the manufacturing process from inspection to order fulfillment

Collaborate with Engineering and Production to deliver quality products on time and within budget

Review assembly and test procedures for accuracy and efficiency

Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions when issues arise

Work with internal teams and outside vendors on parts and assemblies

Participate in product testing and improve production flow

Write and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Manage in-line quality assurance processes

Handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

Strategic Procurement:

Research and evaluate suppliers for price, quality, and reliability

Negotiate contracts and pricing with vendors

Create and process purchase orders following company policies

Monitor inventory and forecast purchasing needs

Track orders and ensure timely delivery

Resolve delivery issues or order discrepancies

Maintain strong vendor relationships

What You Bring:

High school diploma or equivalent

4+ years in quality control

2+ years in manufacturing

2+ years in purchasing/procurement

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Ability to read blueprints and assembly drawings

Hands-on technical skills and familiarity with QA tools

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Excellent time management and organizational skills

Detail-oriented with accurate record keeping

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand, walk, and bend about 50% of the time

Ability to lift up to 25 lbs

Comfortable working in both warehouse (no A/C) and office settings (with A/C)

Ability to use office equipment and perform repetitive hand/wrist movements

Why Join Us?
Be part of a team that values quality and efficiency. This role offers a great chance to develop your skills in both quality assurance and procurement while working in a supportive environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

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The pay transparency policy is available here:
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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

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We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Additional Skills

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AppleOne Representative Contact Info

Account Executive:
vivian
Branch Phone:
Location:
Mission Viejo, CA