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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Paratransit Quality Control Specialist
GVC II | Bronx, NY
Full-Time | Varied Shifts
Pay: $20.00/hr
Start Your Career in Transportation and Maintenance
GVC II is looking for a dependable, safety-minded Paratransit Quality Control Specialist to help keep our vehicles fueled, clean, inspected, and ready to serve.
This is a hands-on role supporting daily fleet readiness and yard operations. You'll work around our maintenance operation, build relationships with mechanics and leadership, and gain valuable transportation experience with opportunities to grow into positions such as Mechanic, Maintenance Supervisor, or Paratransit Driver.
What You'll Do
- Fuel, inspect, and reposition paratransit vehicles
- Maintain accurate fuel, inventory, and variance records
- Check vehicles for visible damage and report concerns
- Inspect tires, fluids, supplies, and general vehicle condition
- Clean vehicles and help ensure they are ready for service
- Maintain clean and organized yard, fueling, and building areas
- Respond to spills and follow established safety procedures
- Communicate vehicle, maintenance, supply, and safety issues to the appropriate team
- Support other fleet, yard, and facility-related duties as assigned
What We're Looking For
- Must be at least 21 years old
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Dependable, punctual, and safety-minded
- Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Able to perform physical and hands-on work throughout the shift
- Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and extended hours when needed
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records
- Interest in developing a career in transportation, fleet maintenance, or operations
GVC II Benefits
GVC II employees receive a competitive union benefits package that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage with employee contribution based on a percentage of the current medical rate
- 1 week of vacation after 1 year of service
- 2 PTO days
- Paid birthday
- Paid holidays in accordance with the applicable agreement
- Seniority-based increases
- $25,000 company-paid life insurance
- Annual boot allowance
- Union 401(k)
- Annual union-negotiated pay increases
Why Join GVC II?
This position is more than a fueling or yard job. It provides direct exposure to fleet operations and the maintenance shop while giving you an opportunity to learn the business and build a career within transportation.
If you're dependable, willing to work, and interested in growing into a skilled transportation or maintenance role, this is a strong place to start.
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Join GVC II and help keep New York City's paratransit fleet safe, clean, and ready to serve the community.
Language Requirement
This role requires English proficiency. Federal, state, and local requirements, including U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, require training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications be conducted in English.
At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.
In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request.
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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.