Quality Assurance Specialist- 7AM to 7PM Rotational

associatedmaterials; West Salem (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Associated Materials Innovations (AMI) is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist for our West Salem plant. The role focuses on maintaining product quality, certifications, and test documentation to ensure compliance with ASTM and internal standards.

Responsibilities include performing physical tests, recording results, and supporting calibration and audit activities. The position may require stepping in as Production Supervisor after one year of service, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and assisting with implementation/maintenance of the program.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal communication across all levels of the organization.
• Understanding of Quality Standards and Processes (Standard Work, Visual Aids).
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to use calipers, micrometers, optical comparator, and lab equipment.
• Experience in manufacturing quality and testing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementation and maintenance of ISO 9001 quality program.
• Maintain inspection logs, sample retention, and conformance records per standards.
• Perform physical testing to satisfy certifications and record results.
• Calibrate devices and manage calibration systems for shift teams.
• Conduct random product audits for safety, QC, and SOPs.

Skills

ISO 9001 knowledge

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Quality standards understanding

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Optical comparator

Lab equipment

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join the Associated Materials Innovations team at Associated Materials, LLC, and be AMazing with us!

Who We Are

At Associated Materials Innovations, we combine our rich history in innovation with an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement of the customer experience. For decades, we have provided vinyl windows, siding, and metal building products that have helped build homes and communities across North America.

As a leading manufacturer of exterior building products and preferred product manufacturer for Alside, you'll have the opportunity to contribute ideas in a welcoming and supportive work environment driven by safety and our core values. Join the AMI team where you can be AMazing as we shape our future together.

Rotational shifts! 7AM to 7PM and 7PM to 7AM with weekends baked into the rotation!

POSITION SUMMARY:

Come be a part of an exciting transformation and help support the high-quality products coming out of our West Salem plant!

This Quality Assurance Specialist plays an important role in maintaining product quality and certifications by performing required physical product testing, following established ASTM industry standards, and accurately documenting results to ensure products meet required quality, performance, and certification requirements.

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

About Us

When you join AMI, you are part of a leading North American manufacturing business of vinyl windows, cladding, metal siding, trim and other essential exterior building products for residential, light commercial and multifamily projects. In 2022, we introduced our composite cladding system, a first-of-its-kind solution featuring exclusive (GP)2 technology. Headquartered in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, AMI is part of Associated Materials, LLC, which owns and operates 10 manufacturing facilities in North America including a distribution center.

Associated Materials Innovations ... 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.

Additional Information

The actual wage offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay parity. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

Please note – we are unable to support employment-based visa sponsorship (including OPT), therefore, you must be a US Citizen or current US Green Card Holder