Quality Inspector - Manufacturing

Why do we need you?

Under the supervision of the Quality Supervisor, the Quality Specialist ensures the accuracy and reliability of quality test equipment, supports product and material testing, and contributes to continuous improvement of the Quality Management System.

Key Responsibilities

• Calibrate, maintain, and repair quality testing equipment.
• Manage quality documents, visual standards, and product standards.
• Conduct capability studies on new and existing product runs.
• Provide training on finished-product testing and quality checks.
• Investigate field claims and returned product; prepare reports and assist with corrective actions.
• Process and evaluate raw material Certificates of Analysis; communicate with vendors regarding material quality issues.
• Support non-conforming material reporting, inventory evaluations, and Material Review Board activities.
• Maintain databases related to color standards, raw materials, claims, calibration, and other quality metrics.
• Assist with QDMS implementation, ISO 9000 and VSI audits, and other system improvements.
• Perform product, process, and internal audits; verify corrective action implementation.
• Participate in change management, control plan development, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide quality data analysis for cross-functional teams and support urgent quality issues on the production floor.

Expectations

• Analyze test data and clearly communicate results to help drive product quality improvements.
• Make decisions on product conformity based on established guidelines, escalating deviations to the Quality Manager.
• Collaborate effectively with multiple departments and locations to support the Quality Management System.

Qualifications:

7+ years in quality or quality and operations combined.
Formal ASQ Quality tech certification training / or audit training completed can be used to reduce experience requirement by 2 years.

In addition, the Quality Specialist must possess the following skills and abilities:

• Accurate- Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly is essential.Communication (Oral) - Ability to communicate with Quality Control Supervisor, Production Supervisor, co-workers and managers effectively is essential.
• Decision Making- Ability to make decisions while following all Company safety rules and quality procedures is essential especially, when working in and around moving high speed equipment.
• Detail Orientated- Ability to note minute detail is critical.
• Honesty/Integrity- The trait of being truthful and credible within the workplace is essential.
• Organized- Ability to follow a systematic method to evaluate processes, systems and conformity of product while maintaining a clean and well-organized work area and files is critical.
• Problem Solving- Ability to proactively find solutions or manage work related problems is important.
• Reliability- The trait of being dependable and trustworthy is essential.
• Team Building- Ability to influence coworkers to participate in safety, quality, and service initiatives in effort to promote Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and capture cost savings is essential.

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Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed, headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, has helped shape the building products industry for more than 110 years. Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm's slogan "Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed," inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed is a leading North American brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, fence, decking, railing, trim, insulation, drywall and ceilings.


A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world's largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,300 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada.

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].

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

• Group Legal
• Identity Theft Protection
• Auto and Home Insurance
• Pet Insurance and Discounts
• Back-up Child & Elder Care
• PerkSpot Employee Discount Program