Quality Control Specialist

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Why Work for Gilmer Warehouse?

At Gilmer Warehouse, we are proud to be a family-owned business that has grown from a small warehouse into an industry leader, driven by a strong foundation of vision, determination, and service excellence. When you join our team, you’re not just taking on a job—you’re becoming part of a legacy built on hard work and dedication.

At Gilmer, employees are encouraged to grow, learn, and advance in their careers. Our family-oriented culture fosters a sense of belonging and teamwork, and we believe in promoting from within—just like our founders’ children did as they grew into leadership roles.

As we continue to expand into new industries, we’re looking for individuals who share our commitment to continuous improvement and delivering exceptional results for our customers. If you’re passionate about making an impact, contributing to a legacy of excellence, and being part of a team that values integrity and innovation, Gilmer Warehouse is the place for you.

Position Summary:

The Quality Control (QC) Specialist is responsible for monitoring, inspecting, and testing products, materials, or processes to ensure they meet established quality standards. This role plays a critical part in maintaining product reliability, customer satisfaction, and compliance with industry regulations.

Essential Functions:

• Inspect and test raw materials, in-process components, and finished products to verify conformance to specifications.
• Document inspection results by completing reports and logs; summarize re-work and waste; input data into quality database.
• Identify and report defects, non-conformities, or deviations from quality standards.
• Assist in root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) activities.
• Ensure quality control processes and procedures are consistently followed.
• Maintain calibration of testing equipment and ensure proper usage.
• Participate in internal audits and support external inspections as needed.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and procurement teams to resolve quality issues.
• Recommend improvements to production processes or quality systems.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree in quality, manufacturing, or related field .
• 2+ years of experience in a quality control or quality assurance role.
• Familiarity with inspection tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges) and quality standards (e.g., ISO, GMP, or Six Sigma).
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and quality management software.

Working Conditions:

• Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 40lbs for extended periods in a warehouse setting.

EEO Statement:

Gilmer does not discriminate based on , , , , , , marital status, , veteran status, genetic information, , or any other category protected by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.

Other Duties:

Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.