Entry Level Quality Program Manager Jobs
New grad quality program manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a quality-focused portfolio can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Retail roles with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid settings, with employers like University of Utah, OhioHealth, and FedEx Freight hiring at this level now.
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At Standard Textile, we’re dedicated to providing comfort and care across generations. Guided by our values, we focus on solutions that serve our customers, support our associates, and strengthen our communities. Since 1940, we’ve remained committed to creating better textiles—delivered seamlessly by experts who care.
If you’re looking to build a strong technical foundation while gaining broad business exposure, our Quality Engineer Rotational Development Program offers a unique opportunity to accelerate your early-career growth.
This structured program is designed to develop well-rounded engineers through hands-on experience across quality, manufacturing, product development, and global supply chain operations, preparing you for future advancement within the organization.
Program Overview
You’ll rotate through eight key functional areas, gaining exposure to the full product lifecycle from raw materials through manufacturing and delivery.
Your experience will include time in:
- Quality inspection, lab testing, and complaint management
- Sourcing and product development
- Manufacturing operations and global quality
This program blends analytical, project-based work with on-site operational experience, giving you both depth and breadth as you develop your skills.
Travel and relocation are integral to the program, including:
- Thomaston, GA (3 months) – weaving manufacturing (temporary relocation required)
- Union, SC (6 months) – finishing and cut & sew operations (temporary relocation required)
Throughout the program, you’ll work closely with experienced mentors and conclude with a final presentation to senior leadership highlighting your key learnings and contributions.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Analyze quality data and translate findings into actionable insights
- Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives
- Apply structured problem-solving and root cause analysis
- Evaluate product quality and communicate results to stakeholders
- Support audits, compliance activities, and documentation
- Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve customer quality issues
Qualifications Include:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field
- 1+ year of relevant experience
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Willingness to travel up to 50% and relocate for rotations
Preferred:
- 3–5 years of manufacturing or quality experience
- Familiarity with Six Sigma or structured problem-solving methodologies
Upon successful completion of the rotational development program, you will transition into a full-time role aligned with your strengths and interests, with continued growth opportunities.
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Proudly, Standard Textile has earned a title of US Best Managed Company for the sixth year running, an honor awarded by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, celebrating the exceptional achievements of American private companies and their management teams.
Standard Textile is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
Join us!
At Standard Textile, we’re dedicated to providing comfort and care across generations. Guided by our values, we focus on solutions that serve our customers, support our associates, and strengthen our communities. Since 1940, we’ve remained committed to creating better textiles—delivered seamlessly by experts who care.
If you’re looking to build a strong technical foundation while gaining broad business exposure, our Quality Engineer Rotational Development Program offers a unique opportunity to accelerate your early-career growth.
This structured program is designed to develop well-rounded engineers through hands-on experience across quality, manufacturing, product development, and global supply chain operations, preparing you for future advancement within the organization.
Program Overview
You’ll rotate through eight key functional areas, gaining exposure to the full product lifecycle from raw materials through manufacturing and delivery.
Your experience will include time in:
- Quality inspection, lab testing, and complaint management
- Sourcing and product development
- Manufacturing operations and global quality
This program blends analytical, project-based work with on-site operational experience, giving you both depth and breadth as you develop your skills.
Travel and relocation are integral to the program, including:
- Thomaston, GA (3 months) – weaving manufacturing (temporary relocation required)
- Union, SC (6 months) – finishing and cut & sew operations (temporary relocation required)
Throughout the program, you’ll work closely with experienced mentors and conclude with a final presentation to senior leadership highlighting your key learnings and contributions.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Analyze quality data and translate findings into actionable insights
- Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives
- Apply structured problem-solving and root cause analysis
- Evaluate product quality and communicate results to stakeholders
- Support audits, compliance activities, and documentation
- Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve customer quality issues
Qualifications Include:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field
- 1+ year of relevant experience
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Willingness to travel up to 50% and relocate for rotations
Preferred:
- 3–5 years of manufacturing or quality experience
- Familiarity with Six Sigma or structured problem-solving methodologies
Upon successful completion of the rotational development program, you will transition into a full-time role aligned with your strengths and interests, with continued growth opportunities.
PM21
Proudly, Standard Textile has earned a title of US Best Managed Company for the sixth year running, an honor awarded by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, celebrating the exceptional achievements of American private companies and their management teams.
Standard Textile is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
Join us!
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Entry Level Quality Program Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level quality program manager job?
Employers hiring at this level look for candidates who can demonstrate familiarity with quality frameworks like ISO standards, basic process documentation, or root-cause analysis, even from coursework or internships. A degree in engineering, operations, business, or a related field helps, but hands-on project experience or a quality-focused capstone can make a real difference. Tailor your resume to show attention to process improvement and measurable outcomes.
Which companies hire entry level quality program managers?
Companies hiring entry level quality program managers right now include University of Utah, OhioHealth, and FedEx Freight, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level covers manufacturing firms, healthcare organizations, technology companies, and government contractors, many of which actively recruit candidates with limited experience who show strong analytical and process skills.
Are there remote entry level quality program manager jobs?
Yes, though on-site roles are still common in this field. About 21% of entry level quality program manager openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, concentrated in industries where documentation, auditing, and program coordination can be done without a physical presence. Searching for hybrid postings can expand your options while keeping some in-person experience.
Are these new grad quality program manager jobs?
Yes. The listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior quality program manager 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 strong academic project or portfolio in place of full-time history. Look for language like "entry level," "new grad," or "0-2 years" in the job description.
Which industries hire the most entry level quality program managers?
Entry Level quality program manager roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Retail, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on structured quality systems, compliance requirements, and continuous improvement programs that benefit from junior program management support.