MB Quality Auditor

11 MasterBrand Cabinets LLC; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC in Lexington, NC is seeking a Quality Specialist to audit products and raw materials, advising production teams on sustainment actions to meet customer quality requirements. The role emphasizes safe practices, on-time delivery, and continuous improvement within a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities include inspecting materials, testing results, investigating out-of-spec issues, and training operators.

Qualifications

• Audits product and raw materials against specs.
• Supports process sustainment and adjustments.
• Maintains safe, clean, compliant work area.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and non-routine analyses of in-process materials or finished goods.
• Receive and inspect raw materials.
• Test results and compare to specs and limits; recommend releases or actions.
• Troubleshoot deviations and assist in corrective actions.
• Train operators and support 6S and MPS initiatives.

Skills

Quality control

Inspection

Measurement

6S

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Tape measures

Measurement equipment

Job description

For more than 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. We are the #1 manufacturer of residential cabinets in North America, and our associates produce the most comprehensive portfolio of superior cabinetry products for the kitchen, bath and other parts of the home. Come see why our associates love working at MasterBrand.

Job Description: Support 4 (Quality Specialist) Reports To: Quality Manager Band: Production Associate Band P04 Location: Lexington, NC FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Operation: C Box Supervisory: None Position Summary: Quality Specialists are responsible for auditing product & raw materials while advising production & operations team members as process sustainment or adjustments are required to meet or exceed customer requirements. Supports the 4 Basics of our business: Safe and clean workplace, Quality at or above expectations, Complete on-time delivery, Fashionable products at a fair price.

Essential Functions: In-person attendance. Conduct routine and non-routine analyses of in-process raw materials or finished goods. Receive and inspect raw materials. Test & interpret results, compare them to established specifications and control limits, and make recommendations on appropriateness of data for release. Participate in out-of-specification and failure investigations and recommend corrective actions. Perform visual inspections of finished products. Serve as a technical liaison between quality control and other departments, vendors, or contractors. Train others including operators from production departments. Will use general hand tools (such as hammers) and office supplies (such as staplers). Supports, maintains and sustains 6S initiatives. Supports Continuous Improvement by participating in and sustaining the MasterBrand Production System (MPS). Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Knowledge and Experience: Read tape measures, measure parts, read order tickets. Ability to identify parts necessary to assemble cabinets doors, drawers and/or complete cabinets by species, size and style. Knowledge of procedures for the safe and proper handling of hazardous chemicals and materials. Understanding of decimal/fraction/metric calculation and conversion. Learn to identify cabinet profiles and colors involved in cabinet manufacturing. Utilizes electronic email & document management software, and imaging / measurement equipment.

General Requirements: Read, write, comprehend and carry out all written and verbal departmental instructions. Maintain clean, safe, and orderly work area, giving safety of self and others a priority. Follow all established safety practices and procedures, including reading and understanding material and safety data sheets, lockout policy, and entanglement policy. Meet, maintain or exceed quality standards. Maintain and promote positive attitude, teamwork and cooperation.

Work Environment: Manufacturing environment, with frequent exposure to wood dusts, and cabinet-making related materials such as wood glue, requiring eye protection. Exposure to hot and cold temperatures due to non-climate controlled environment. Exposure to sounds over 85 dB, requiring ear protection.

Sensory/ Physical Requirements: Sensory: Frequent speaking, hearing, near vision, far vision and touch. Physical: Frequent head/neck static position, rotation, flexion and extension. Frequent change in torso/back position, frequent stooping, bending and twisting. Frequent finger dexterity. Frequent simple grasp, firm grasp and wrist flexion. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, crouching, kneeling, and climbing of stairs and ramps. Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching and carrying. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive-motion tasks for the duration of working shift.

Reasonable Accommodations will be considered for qualified applicants with disabilities. MasterBrand Cabinets, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Employment Opportunity MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is an equal opportunity employer. MasterBrand CabinetsLLC’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasterBrand Cabinets LLC’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Reasonable Accommodations MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment, please contact us at [e-mail].

MasterBrand isn’t just a cabinet company – we are an organization of people who are Building Great Experiences Together.

For more than 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. We are the #1 manufacturer of residential cabinets in North America, and our associates produce the most comprehensive portfolio of superior cabinetry products for the kitchen, bath and other parts of the home.

Building on our history by innovating how we work and what we offer, MasterBrand is proud to be an industry leader. We achieve this through The MasterBrand Way – our business system – which empowers every individual to make the team better, be bold and drive our business forward, and champion improvement in all that we do.

Through this unique culture, we strive to create a best place to work where:

• We aim for opportunity, purpose and reward in our associates’ experience all within an organization where our associates can thrive.
• We work hard to create an environment that keeps people safe, values their unique experiences and perspectives, and fosters collaboration and belonging.
• We are committed to supporting the well-being of our associates and the communities in which we operate.

Come see why our associates love working at MasterBrand.