Custom Owned Material Clerk

Springs Window Fashions; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 1,928,640 - 2,617,440; Full time

Job summary

Springs Window Fashions in Waukegan, IL is seeking a Custom Owned Material (COM) Clerk to help ensure product quality by inspecting fabric, components, and finished goods, identifying nonconformities, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires strong communication, basic math and computer skills, and the ability to stand for long periods. Training in 5S/Lean is encouraged as part of daily QC activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Customer service experience is a plus.
• Extensive knowledge of fabric (seamstress preferred).

Responsibilities

• Conduct receiving activities of COM.
• Inspect COM fabric for flaws (lift up to 50 lb fabric bolts).
• Document material flaws by completing forms and uploading to systems.
• Determine if flaws can be worked around.
• Data entry (edit orders, release orders, add notes).
• Assist production and customer service with COM issues.
• Cross-train within the department.
• Interact with dealers and suppliers regarding COM fabric issues.
• Participate in team improvement initiatives.
• Communicate inspection findings to production, engineering, and quality teams.
• Participate in internal audits and support customer or third-party inspections.
• Assist with quality implementation of control procedures and continuous improvement activities (5S, Lean, Six Sigma).

Skills

Strong written and oral communication

Basic math and basic computer skills

Stand for long periods

Strong attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

The Custom Owned Material (COM) Clerk ensures that products and processes meet established quality standards and customer specifications. This role involves inspecting materials, components, and finished goods, identifying nonconformities, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives to maintain consistent product quality.

Pay is $16.50 per hour. Shift is 6:00am-2:30pm.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Customer service experience a plus.
• Extensive knowledge of fabric (seamstress preferred).

Skills and Abilities

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Basic math and basic computer skills.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Strong attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct receiving activities of COM.
• Inspect COM fabric for flaws (must be able to lift 50 lb. fabric bolts).
• Document material flaws by completing necessary forms and uploading to systems.
• Determine if flaws can be worked around.
• Data entry (edit orders, release orders, and add notes).
• Assist production and customer service with COM issues.
• Must be willing to cross train within the department.
• May interact with dealers and suppliers regarding COM fabric issues.
• Participate in team improvement initiatives.
• Communicate inspection findings to production, engineering, and quality teams.
• Participate in internal audits and support customer or third-party inspections.
• Assist with quality implementation of control procedures and continuous improvement activities (5S, Lean, Six Sigma, etc.).