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 Distribution & Wholesale, Manufacturing, and Transportation & Logistics, with employers like Cardinal Health, Roadway Moving, and Eurofins hiring at this level now.
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WHAT YOU WILL DO AS A QUALITY CONTROL SPECIALIST:
- Carry out quality assessment measures of all the products ready to be shipped
- Maintain an acceptable level of quality workmanship and productivity
- Responsible for checking outgoing submissions to ensure that they are free of defects and produced according to company specifications and guidelines
- Responsible for identifying product defects or potential issues and determining what to do to resolve the issue
- Identify defects and report when instances of poor quality occur
- Identify and document errors and measure the error rate for various stages
- Examines finalized collectibles to make sure they meet company standards after production and before they are sent back to the client
- Recording inspection results by completing reports, summarizing re-works and wastes, and inputting data into a quality database
- Provide detailed reports to supervisors and managers to help them make decisions about production processes and practices
- Identify and eliminate recurring problems and provide a paper trail to aid in accountability and error reporting
- Perform inspection which includes the inspection for such defects as missing components, incorrect component value, improperly placed or misaligned components, faulty products, and deficiencies
- Training the production team on quality control measures to improve product excellence
- Proposing improvements to the production process
- Recommend improvement measures to the production process to ensure quality control standards are met
- Correspond with customers as needed
- Ensure conformance with quality standards and customer requirements
- Resolve quality-related issues adhering to deadlines
- Work cooperatively with fellow employees
- Maintain a clean, organized work area
- Minimum one year of Quality experience working in a production environment.
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Able to work overtime hours when needed based on business needs and demands
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint and Outlook
- Experience with quality control techniques like Six Sigma may be an added advantage
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent time management and problem-solving skills
- Detail focused
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Documentation and reporting skills
- Strong customer service and organization skills
- Hourly rate of $19/hr., Full-time, M-F 8:15am – 5pm schedule
- Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Career development & learning opportunities
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Who's Hiring
- Cardinal Health6
- Roadway Moving3

- Eurofins2
- FujiFilm2
- hims & hers2

Top Industries Hiring
- Distribution & Wholesale6
- Manufacturing4
- Transportation & Logistics4
- Medical Devices3
- Healthcare & Medical Services3
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 Cardinal Health, Roadway Moving, and Eurofins, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 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 0% of entry level quality control specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of June 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 Distribution & Wholesale, Manufacturing, and Transportation & Logistics, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 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.