Quality Specialist

☆

United States, Ohio, AKRON

Permanent / Regular

Technical Production

On site

Apply

Why do we need you ?

We are looking for a Quality Specialist to play a key role in maintaining product quality and supporting daily operations at our Akron site. This position provides hands-on inspection support while also helping strengthen our quality systems to ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements.

In this role, you will:

Perform in-process and final inspections to ensure product quality meets defined standards
Provide quality inspection coverage across shifts as needed to support production
Review and approve quality documentation, including inspection records and Certificates of Compliance
Manage nonconforming materials, including documentation and rework instructions
Support calibration programs and ensure measuring equipment is properly maintained
Process return material authorizations and support issue resolution
Collaborate with production, inspectors, and quality engineering to maintain strong communication and consistent quality standards
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality systems and processes

This role typically works 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, with occasional schedule flexibility (approximately 35% of the year), as well as overtime or weekend support as needed based on business demands.

Is this job for you ?

We are seeking a detail-oriented professional who is comfortable working both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

To be successful in this role, you should have:

High school diploma required; additional education in quality, manufacturing, or a related field is a plus
Experience or working knowledge of ISO and/or cGMP requirements and quality systems
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word)
Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate across teams while adapting to changing priorities

A little more about us

Saint-Gobain's innovations touch almost every major industry around the world. Within its Life Sciences division, teams are solving critical problems for customers who are getting life-saving medical devices to the frontlines of healthcare, discovering essential medications, and nourishing and connecting the world through consumer, industrial and electronics applications.

As one of the world's leading producers of high-performance polymer products, we improve lives by making simple experiences better and being there in life's critical moments. Our team members recognize that we all create the environment for people to succeed, with a culture built on respect, open and honest communication, and honoring our commitments to our customers and each other. And at the heart of our culture, we've learned working together makes good ideas, great ones. With a legacy dating back more than 350 years, Saint-Gobain offers employees the stability and security of a leading Global 500 corporation while operating like multiple small and agile start-ups, where entrepreneurial spirit, pioneering teamwork, and bold, forward-thinking ideas pave new paths.

Every team member is encouraged to develop and leverage their unique expertise and strengths to make the greatest impact on the company and our end users. At Saint-Gobain, you're empowered and equipped with countless opportunities and resources for professional development. You will find the support you need to create a vision and roadmap for your career, and make that vision a reality.
Invent yourself at Saint-Gobain Life Sciences; and together, we'll create a better life.
Click here to Explore more opportunities within Saint-Gobain Life Sciences.

Click here to Explore more opportunities within Saint-Gobain Life Sciences.

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [email protected].

Benefits in joining us

Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:

Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work

Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Healthcare Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
LiveWell Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

Retirement and Protection – Helping to make the future life you want a reality

401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want