IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!
Job Description
Job Title: Quality Control Coordinator
Job Summary
IKO Industries Ltd. is a global leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. We are currently seeking a Quality Control Coordinator to join our team at our granule manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for ensuring that all granule products meet internal specifications and customer requirements. The Quality Control Coordinator partners with Production, Maintenance, and Shipping teams to support continuous improvement, maintain compliance with the plant Quality Management System, and uphold a culture of safety and operational excellence.
Job Responsibilities
Perform sampling and laboratory testing of roofing granules (color, coating, crush strength, particle size).
Monitor production processes to ensure compliance with product specifications and customer requirements.
Maintain accurate records of test results, inspections, and quality documentation.
Investigate quality issues and assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Support plant audits and ensure compliance with quality standards and procedures.
Partner with Production to ensure finished products meet quality and performance expectations.
Assist in developing and maintaining SOPs, work instructions, and quality standards.
Track and report quality metrics including defects, rework, and process variation.
Support continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and Six Sigma.
Provide training to plant personnel on quality standards and testing procedures.
Qualifications
Associate or Bachelor’s degree is a plus; relevant work experience will be considered.
2–5 years of quality or manufacturing experience preferred.
Knowledge of quality control systems and laboratory testing methods.
Experience in a manufacturing or heavy industrial environment preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Safety and Compliance
The Quality Control Coordinator is expected to comply with all safety policies, regulatory requirements, and company procedures to ensure safe and compliant operations. This role must promote a safety-first mindset while ensuring product quality standards are consistently achieved.
Benefits
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short-term Disability
Paid Vacation
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Engagement Events
Awards and Recognition
Employee Perks & Discounts
Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.
Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Skills Required
- 2-5 years of quality or manufacturing experience
- Knowledge of quality control systems and laboratory testing methods
- Experience in a manufacturing or heavy industrial environment
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
IKO North America Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about IKO North America and has not been reviewed or approved by IKO North America.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered fair or decent for many roles, with certain sales and engineering positions viewed as solid for the sector. This points to competitive compensation in those tracks relative to typical manufacturing roles.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Overtime and shift differentials in plants can materially boost take‑home pay for hourly roles. This makes total earnings more attractive where extra hours are available.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match appears across multiple U.S. postings. Retirement benefits help round out a standard, competitive total compensation package.
IKO North America Insights
What We Do
IKO Roofing is a worldwide leader in the roofing, waterproofing, and insulation industry for residential and commercial markets. A vertically integrated company, IKO operates more than 30 manufacturing plants throughout North America and Europe. IKO is a family-owned business established in 1951.
