Quality Assistant

Brooklyn, NYOn-siteFull-timeMonday–FridayPosted October 30, 2026Reports to Quality Manager / Quality DirectorSalary Range: $50,000–$65,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications

Job Summary

The Quality Assistant supports the Quality Department in daily inspection, documentation, labeling, and traceability activities across the PPE and garment manufacturing operations. This role focuses on maintaining accurate records, assisting with quality checks, and ensuring materials and finished goods comply with NYES procedures, regulatory standards, and customer requirements under the ISO 13485 Quality Management System.

Essential Job Duties

On-Floor Monitoring & Support

Manager. Maintain a regular presence on the production floor to observe operations, ensure compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs), and identify potential issues early. Monitor labeling stations, assembly, and packing lines to confirm operators are following the correct procedures. Verify that quality checkpoints are completed at the required intervals and properly documented, and promptly escalate any repeated or critical nonconformances to the Quality Manager or Production Manager.

Inspection & Quality Support

Assist with receiving inspections and basic sampling activities for raw materials and components. Perform visual inspections of seams, welds, labeling, and packaging during in-process and end-of-line quality checks. Support pallet verification and lot reconciliation to maintain product traceability before release. Ensure inspected and rejected materials are placed in their designated locations and document all findings in accordance with established standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Documentation & Record-Keeping

Accurately complete inspection forms, checklists, and log sheets in both digital and physical formats. Maintain organized quality records to support product traceability and ensure documentation is readily available for internal and external audits. Document production floor findings and communicate any patterns, recurring issues, or concerns to the Quality Manager or Quality Director.

Labeling & Identification Support

Retrieve and distribute approved label templates for use in production, ensuring that all printed labels accurately match the product, lot, and purchase order (PO) details before release. Maintain labeling logs and assist with identifying and troubleshooting any labeling discrepancies on the production floor.

Communication & Escalation

Promptly report any deviations, defects, or process irregularities identified during production. Provide immediate feedback to operators when minor quality issues are detected to encourage real-time corrections and maintain production standards. Assist with gathering relevant data and documentation for Nonconformance Reports (NCRs) and Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs) as directed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; additional technical or vocational training preferred.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Basic familiarity with inspection, labeling, or document handling in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
Willingness to be trained in ISO 13485 and AAMI PB70 quality and regulatory requirements.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment and learning structured quality procedures.

What You’ll Gain

Direct mentorship

Learn from a veteran Lead with 5–10 years of specialized PPE experience.

A clear career path

This isn’t just a job; it’s a prepared seat. We’re looking for the person who will eventually run this department.

Location & Schedule

Location: Brooklyn, NY (On-site).
Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday.

How to Apply

Please send your resume and portfolio to careers@nyes.co.

Include “Quality Assistant” in the subject line of your email. Applications without this will not be reviewed.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

Quality Assistant