Quality Lead

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Audit workers engaged in inspection and testing activities to ensure high productivity and high technical integrity.
• Inspect incoming inventory from mills for defects, dimensional accuracy, and compliance with industry standards.
• Conduct in-process and final inspections of manufactured products.
• Perform mechanical and visual tests using calipers, micrometers, hardness testers, and other precision instruments.
• Document inspection results and maintain detailed quality records in accordance with ISO standards.
• Identify non-conforming products and assist in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
• Collaborate with production, warehouse, and engineering teams to resolve quality issues.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards such as ASTM, ISO, and customer-specific requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives including 6S, Lean, and Six Sigma projects.
• Keep areas clean and organized

Qualifications

• Familiarity of precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, protractors, and taper gauges to verify dimensions against engineering drawings preferred
• The ability to accurately read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications is preferred.
• Basic understanding of the aluminum extrusion process and common die defects.
• Basic understanding of the painting process and common paint defects.
• Extreme attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Standing up to 8 hours per day
• Able to lift 50 pounds
• Able to work in warehouse atmosphere with varying temperatures