Quality Assurance Specialist
Since 2022, Associated Materials / Alside has been undergoing a transformation to maximize our potential through investments in people, operations, and brands.
If you want to be part of a company where your ideas and input are more than just encouraged--they are valued--this is the place for you. At Associated Materials / Alside, your contributions will provide an immediate and lasting impact, helping us achieve what is possible.
Come be a part of a fantastic transformation! Help support the amazing product coming out of our West Salem plant!
Rotational shifts! 7AM to 7PM and 7PM to 7AM with weekends baked into the rotation!
POSITION SUMMARY:
Come be a part of a fantastic transformation! Help support the amazing product coming out of our West Salem plant! This position will Perform physical testing on product that is required to maintain certifications and record results per ASTM 7793 and ASTM 4726.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Knowledge of ISO 9001 - Assisting with Implementation and maintenance of program
- Organizational Skills - Filing System -- Inspections logs and sample retention including AAMA, VSI requirements
- Perform physical testing required to maintain certifications and record results per ASTM 7793 and ASTM 4726
- Knowledge of NCM Process for internal and external customers returns
- Maintain calibration system for all existing devices, gages, instruments for your respective shift.
- Perform Random Product Audits as required, including Safety, QC Inspection, SOP audits and 5S
- Communicate non-conformances during production audit's
- Train Operators and Technicians on test methods and AMI standards
- Function as Production Supervisor on occasion as required (after 1 year of service)
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:
- Knowledge of the product or services in manufacturing - extrusion preferred.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail.
- Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate effectively with co-workers across all levels.
- Strong understanding of Quality Standards (Specification) and Processes (Standard Work, Visual Aids)
- High School Diploma or GED
- Ability to use calipers, micrometers, optical comparator, and lab equipment
- Computer Skills using Microsoft office
- Perform physical testing required to maintain certifications
- Maintain calibration systems for all existing devices
- Perform random audits including safety, QC inspection, and SOPs
- Organization of filing system, inspection logs, and retention
- Experience in the manufacturing process
- Experience in quality and testing
- Preferred CAD
- Preferred Mechanical Aptitude
- Experience in extrusion a plus
Associated Materials is a leader in exterior building products for residential and commercial remodeling and new construction markets. We produce vinyl windows, vinyl and composite siding and accessories, and metal building products--and distribute other essential building products to ensure customers find everything they need for their exterior.
Headquartered in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, more than 4,000 associates across North America support Associated Materials. We operate 11 manufacturing facilities and more than 100 Alside and over 20 Gentek supply centers across the United States and Canada. Through our unique combination of award-winning products, manufacturing and distribution operations, installation solutions, and support services, the opportunities at Associated Materials are endless!
Associated Materials ... Building Products Better
Associated Materials, LLC. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. We also make reasonable accommodations for disabled employees and applicants, as required by law.
Skills Required
- Knowledge of ISO 9001 and assisting with implementation and maintenance
- Organizational skills for filing systems, inspection logs, and sample retention (AAMA, VSI requirements)
- Perform physical testing and record results per ASTM 7793 and ASTM 4726
- Knowledge of NCM process for internal and external customer returns
- Maintain calibration system for devices, gages, and instruments
- Perform random product audits including safety, QC inspection, SOP audits and 5S
- Communicate non-conformances detected during production audits
- Train operators and technicians on test methods and company standards
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes (extrusion preferred)
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills across all levels
- Strong understanding of quality standards and processes (standard work, visual aids)
- High School Diploma or GED
- Ability to use calipers, micrometers, optical comparator, and lab equipment
- Computer skills using Microsoft Office
- Experience in the manufacturing process
- Experience in quality and testing
- CAD experience
- Mechanical aptitude
- Experience in extrusion
What We Do
Associated Materials Innovations (AMI) is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products across North America. As the manufacturing arm of Associated Materials, LLC, AMI manages a portfolio of premier brands including Gentek, ASCEND, Alpine, and Preservation. The company provides innovative and sustainable solutions, such as siding, cladding, windows, and metal products, for residential and commercial remodeling and new construction markets.
