Quality Assurance Technician I

Cornerstone Building Brands, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands is seeking a QA Specialist I to uphold quality standards in manufacturing. You will inspect fabricated components, oversee ongoing production, and audit shipments to ensure compliance with stringent requirements.

The role requires safety knowledge, documentation discipline, and the ability to prepare for certifications such as CWB/UT, with opportunities to influence continuous improvement in the work area.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or recognized equivalent.
• 1 to 3 years related experience and/or training is required.
• AWS and CWB knowledge is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Possess a comprehensive knowledge of safety regulations and preventative measures necessary for a manufacturing setting.
• Oversees and documents the quality of ongoing activities and final products.
• Delivers clear, detailed, and precise reports on inspections, audits, tests, site visits, and goods received.
• Conducts various tests proficiently using specialized tools and equipment.
• Compiles daily summaries of quality control activities.
• Aids in formulating and executing strategic plans to meet annual quality control goals.
• Advise the quality manager on methods and procedures for resolving issues and adhering to deadlines.
• Contributes to and occasionally leads audit processes.
• Prepares for CWB certification and UT inspector qualifications.
• Upholds and enhances continuous improvement practices within work area.
• Undertakes additional projects or responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Quality inspections

Audits

Documentation

Testing procedures

Safety regulations

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in Cary, N.C., we serve residential and commercial customers across the new construction and Repair & Remodel (R&R) markets. Our market-leading portfolio of products spans vinyl windows, vinyl siding, stone veneer, metal roofing, metal wall systems and metal accessories. Cornerstone Building Brands' broad, multi-channel distribution platform and expansive national footprint includes more than 18,800 team members at manufacturing, distribution and office locations throughout North America. Corporate stewardship and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) responsibility are embedded in our culture. We are committed to contributing positively to the communities where we live, work and play. For more information, visit us at http://cornerstonebuildingbrands.com.

Cornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in Cary, N.C., we serve residential and commercial customers across the new construction and Repair & Remodel (R&R) markets. Our market-leading portfolio of products spans vinyl windows, vinyl siding, stone veneer, metal roofing, metal wall systems and metal accessories. Cornerstone Building Brands' broad, multi-channel distribution platform and expansive national footprint includes more than 18,800 team members at manufacturing, distribution and office locations throughout North America. Corporate stewardship and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) responsibility are embedded in our culture. We are committed to contributing positively to the communities where we live, work and play. For more information, visit us at http://cornerstonebuildingbrands.com.

Job Description

Base pay rate starts at $18.00 per hour

The QA Specialist I is pivotal in upholding the quality standards of our products. This role involves thorough inspections of fabricated components and oversight during the production process. The specialist also performs comprehensive audits of packaged, staged, and loaded shipments to guarantee adherence to Cornerstone Building Brands’ stringent quality requirements and specifications.

KEY OBJECTIVES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Possess a comprehensive knowledge of safety regulations and preventative measures necessary for a manufacturing setting.
• Oversees and documents the quality of ongoing activities and final products.
• Delivers clear, detailed, and precise reports on inspections, audits, tests, site visits, and goods received.
• Conducts various tests proficiently using specialized tools and equipment.
• Compiles daily summaries of quality control activities.
• Aids in formulating and executing strategic plans to meet annual quality control goals.
• Advise the quality manager on methods and procedures for resolving issues and adhering to deadlines.
• Contributes to and occasionally leads audit processes.
• Prepares for CWB certification and UT inspector qualifications.
• Upholds and enhances continuous improvement practices within work area.
• Undertakes additional projects or responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lifting Capacity - ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Mobility - Prolonged periods of time on feet, standing, bending, etc.
• Exposure - Moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, and non-climate-controlled environment.
• Noise Tolerance - High noise levels

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or recognized equivalent.
• (1) one to (3) three years related experience and/or training is required.
• AWS and CWB knowledge is necessary.

Additional Information

Site Address: 7301 Fairview Street, Houston, TX 77041

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development.

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here. You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) of 2018

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.