POS QA Tester

As a POS QA Tester in our Chandler, AZ office, your main responsibilities will include implementing and maintaining the quality management system, conducting self-audits, and coordinating both internal and third-party audits. You'll be a liaison between our company and auditing agencies, while also supporting site personnel in understanding quality system policies to ensure compliance effectively.

To be considered for the POS QA Tester role with us, you should have a minimum of three years of experience in a Quality Assurance position, preferably within the aerospace manufacturing sector. Additionally, a high school diploma or GED is required, while further education or specific training in quality assurance would be advantageous.

A successful POS QA Tester at our organization will possess strong organizational abilities, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Moreover, the ability to interpret blueprint drawings and specifications is crucial for making informed quality decisions.

In the role of POS QA Tester, you'll frequently work alongside quality engineers and cross-functional teams. Collaboration will be key in developing and updating quality policies, advising site personnel, and driving continuous improvement initiatives based on the data analysis you conduct, ensuring a unified approach to quality assurance.

As a POS QA Tester at our company, you have significant career growth potential. With your experience and proactive approach to quality assurance, there are opportunities for advancement into senior QA roles or specialized positions within quality management, which can further enrich your career in the aerospace industry.

When answering this question, highlight any specific quality management systems you have worked with. Discuss your role in implementing, maintaining, or auditing these systems, and provide examples of how you ensured compliance with industry standards.

It's important to express that you follow a systematic approach to address compliance gaps. Discuss the steps you take, such as conducting root cause analysis, developing an action plan, and following up to ensure that corrective actions have been effectively implemented.

Discuss your methods for communicating policies, such as conducting training sessions, creating easy-to-understand documentation, or implementing regular checks to ensure understanding within teams. Emphasize collaboration and openness in your answers.

Prepare to outline a specific initiative, detailing the problem, your planned approach, the execution process, and the resulting improvements. Quantifying gains in quality or efficiency can be especially persuasive.

Offer insight into your organizational strategies. Talk about tools you use, such as task management software, or your method of breaking down tasks by urgency and importance, ensuring that deadlines are met without compromising quality.

Be sure to mention specific tools you've used, such as project management software, Excel for data analysis, or specific quality assurance applications. Discuss how you’ve used these tools to support your work effectively.

Explain your process for reading and interpreting blueprints, emphasizing attention to detail and understanding of engineering drawings. Share an example where this skill directly contributed to ensuring quality in the past.

Share a diplomatic approach you've taken to resolve conflicts. Focus on how you maintained professionalism, fostered open dialogue, and sought constructive solutions, all while ensuring quality standards were upheld.

Discuss current trends in quality assurance, such as increased regulation, technological changes, or the need for integrated systems, and explain how you would navigate these challenges, articulating a proactive mindset.

Talk about resources you rely on, including industry publications, training programs, and professional networks. Emphasize your commitment to continuous learning and sharing knowledge with colleagues.