Entry Level Quality Control Specialist Jobs

New grad quality control specialist jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where internship work or hands-on lab exposure can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Manufacturing, Transportation & Logistics, and Distribution & Wholesale, with employers like Roadway Moving, Cardinal Health, and Terex Corporation hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles13
Top stateNew York
Top employerRoadway Moving
Top cityBronx, NY
Work type80% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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First Student
Paratransit Quality Control Specialist
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Paratransit Quality Control Specialist
First Student
Bronx, New York
Procurement & Supply Chain
Maintenance & Repair
Logistics & Fleet Management
$20.00/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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ENFRA
Quality Control Specialist I
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ENFRA
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Quality Control Specialist I
ENFRA
Rayville, Louisiana
Quality Control
$51k - $67k/yr
On-Site
None
1,001-5,000

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Johnson Controls
Quality Control Specialist
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Quality Control Specialist
Johnson Controls
Glendale, Kentucky
Compliance & Risk
Health & Safety
Project Management
$25 - $39/hr
10,000+

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Vantage Bank Texas
Deposit Quality Control Specialist
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Vantage Bank Texas
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Deposit Quality Control Specialist
Vantage Bank Texas
McAllen, Texas
Business Analysis
Customer Service & Support
Product Management
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
501-1,000

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Cardinal Health
Senior Specialist Quality Control-Microbiology
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Senior Specialist Quality Control-Microbiology
Cardinal Health
Indianapolis, Indiana
Quality Control
Laboratory Research
$76k - $88k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Entry Level Quality Control Specialist Job Market

Who's Hiring

Roadway Moving
Roadway Moving2 open roles
Cardinal Health
Cardinal Health2 open roles
Terex Corporation
Terex Corporation2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Transportation & Logistics
  • Distribution & Wholesale
  • Medical Devices
  • Delivery & Couriers

Entry Level Quality Control Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an entry level quality control specialist job?

Employers at this level look for candidates who understand inspection methods, documentation standards, and quality management basics, whether from coursework, internships, or hands-on lab work. A degree in a relevant field such as manufacturing technology, chemistry, or engineering helps, but so does any experience with ISO standards or quality tools. Tailoring your resume to highlight attention to detail and process accuracy gives you a clear edge.

Which companies hire entry level quality control specialists?

Companies hiring entry level quality control specialists right now include Roadway Moving, Cardinal Health, and Terex Corporation, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Manufacturers, food and beverage producers, pharmaceutical companies, and defense contractors tend to hire consistently at this level as they need strong entry level pipelines to support inspection and compliance teams.

Are there remote entry level quality control specialist jobs?

Yes, though most quality control roles are on-site given the hands-on nature of the work. About 20% of entry level quality control specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and these tend to be in documentation review, data analysis, or supplier audit support rather than direct product inspection.

Are these new grad quality control specialist jobs?

Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior quality control specialist roles. A posting is typically new grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-ops toward the requirement, or accepts a relevant portfolio of academic or project work in place of full-time history. Look for language like 'entry level,' 'new graduates welcome,' or 'training provided.'

Which industries hire the most entry level quality control specialists?

Entry Level quality control specialist roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Transportation & Logistics, and Distribution & Wholesale, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive consistent hiring at the entry level because their production volumes, regulatory requirements, and compliance obligations create ongoing demand for inspection and quality assurance support.