Quality Control Specialist

Fountain; Town of Middleton (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fountain is seeking a Quality Control Field Specialist to oversee quality standards across warehouse and field installation operations, owning inspection frameworks, reporting, and corrective actions. You will partner with Ops, Installation, and Sales leadership to reduce rework, improve installer performance, and ensure safe, compliant installations.

Travel up to 50% US/Canada; requires Associate's degree or vocational education and 2–4 years' experience; valid driver's license and ability to

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or vocational education required.
• 2–4 years of installation and/or quality control experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to conduct job site inspections, including roofs.
• Strong analytical and documentation skills.
• Proficiency with CRM, inspection tools, and reporting systems.
• Must be legally authorized to work without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain quality control standards across warehouse and field operations.
• Conduct field and warehouse inspections; analyze findings and implement corrective actions.
• Lead non-conformance management with root-cause analysis and corrective action planning.
• Partner with Installation and Quality Control leadership to improve handling and installation quality.
• Evaluate installer performance using inspection data; provide feedback and retraining guidance.
• Develop quality-focused training initiatives for installers and installation partners.
• Monitor quality metrics and report insights to leadership.
• Ensure procedures align with safety standards and company policies.

Skills

Quality control

Inspection protocols

Root cause analysis

Documentation

Analytical skills

Education

Associate's degree

Vocational education

Tools

CRM

Inspection tools

Reporting systems

Job description

Address 2140 W Greenview Dr suite 7, Middleton, WI 53562, USA

Compensation $65,000.00/year

Schedule Full time

Job Type Permanent

Description

Position Summary:

The Quality Control Field Specialist is responsible for overseeing and continuously improving quality standards across warehouse and field installation operations. This role owns quality control programs, inspection frameworks, reporting, and corrective action processes to ensure all installations meet company standards, manufacturer specifications, and safety requirements. The QC Field Specialist partners with Operations, Installation, and Sales leadership to reduce rework, improve installer performance, and drive consistent customer outcomes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Own and maintain quality control standards, inspection protocols, and documentation requirements across warehouse and field operations. 20%
• Conduct and oversee field and warehouse inspections; analyze findings, identify trends, and determine corrective actions to prevent repeat issues. 20%
• Lead non-conformance management, including root cause analysis, corrective action planning, and follow-up validation. 15%
• Partner with Installation and Quality Control leadership to improve material handling, job readiness, and installation execution quality. 10%
• Evaluate installer and crew performance using inspection data; provide structured feedback, recommendations, and retraining guidance. 10%
• Develop and support quality-focused training initiatives for installers and installation partners, including onboarding and ongoing skill development. 10%
• Monitor and report on quality metrics, rework rates, service trends, and compliance outcomes; present insights to leadership. 10%
• Ensure quality procedures align with safety standards and company policies; identify risks and elevate systemic issues proactively. 5%

Required Education

Associate's degree or Vocational Education.

Required Years of Experience

2-4 years of installation and/or quality control experience.

If experience can offset education, how many additional years of experience are required?

An additional 2 years.

Additional Requirements:

Valid driver's license.

Must be able to conduct job site inspections as needed, including roofs.

Strong analytical and documentation skills.

Proficiency with CRM, inspection tools, and reporting systems.

Ability to exercise independent judgment and influence outcomes without direct supervision.

Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, or Certifications:

Experience with quality programs in field-based or installation environments.

Knowledge of OSHA and safety compliance standards.

Ability to interpret installation scopes, specifications, and manufacturer requirements.

Experience identifying systemic process gaps and recommending improvements.

Strong communication skills to influence installers, peers, and leadership.

Travel Requirements:

Indicate any travel or work location

Up to 50% US and/or Canadian travel required.

Overtime/Additional Hours Requirements:

Indicate any work hour requirements or considerations

Additional and non-standard hours may be required (exempt).

Physical Requirements:

Physical Activity:

Frequency of work schedule:

Standing

Frequently (34-66%)

Walking

Frequently (34-66%)

Frequently (34-66%)

Driving a car/van/truck

Frequently (34-66%)

Reaching with hands and arms (up, down, or outward)

Frequently (34-66%)

Typing

Occasionally (11-33%)

Using hands to touch/manipulate/handle

Frequently (34-66%)

Climbing and/or balancing

Frequently (34-66%)

Working at heights

Frequently (34-66%)

Stooping, kneeling, or crouching

Frequently (34-66%)

Talking and/or listening

Constantly (67-100%)

Using foot controls

Occasionally (11-33%)

Twisting of the body

Occasionally (11-33%)

Twisting of the wrist/arm

Occasionally (11-33%)

Frequently (34-66%)

Lifting between 10 to 25 pounds

Frequently (34-66%)

Lifting between 25 to 50 pounds

Occasionally (11-33%)

Lifting between 50 to 75 pounds

Occasionally (11-33%)

Rarely (1-10%)

Exposure to extreme heat or cold

Occasionally (11-33%)

Exposure to loud noise

Rarely (1-10%)

Disclaimer

This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties, functions, and/or responsibilities of this position. Other related functions and responsibilities may be assigned as required to complete assignments or initiatives. The company reserves the right to change, add, delete, or modify job functions as necessary based on business necessity. The company or employee has the right to terminate employment at any time for any reason; employment is at will, to the extent of federal, state, or local law. This job description does not promise or guarantee continued employment with the company.