Quality End of Line (EOL)

Alside; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Competitive wage

Job summary

Alside in Kinston, NC, is hiring an End of Line Inspector to ensure that finished goods meet quality standards and customer specifications. The role includes conducting inspections, recording results, and collaborating with the production team for quality improvement.

Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma, attention to detail, and basic math skills. The position offers a chance to join a premier company culture with competitive salary and benefits including medical, dental, and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in quality inspection or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, including standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds as needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct visual and functional inspections of finished products.
• Communicate quality concerns to supervisors promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of inspection areas.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic math and measurement skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

End of Line Inspector (EOL) - Kinston

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

Position Summary

The End of Line (EOL) Inspector is responsible for performing final inspections of finished goods at the end of the production line to ensure products meet quality standards and customer specifications. This role plays a critical part in identifying defects, verifying product functionality, and maintaining compliance with internal quality procedures before products are packaged and shipped.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct visual and functional inspections of finished products for defects, damage, or quality non-conformance
• Use inspection tools and equipment (e.g., gauges, test stands, checklists) to verify product specifications
• Ensure proper labeling, packaging, and documentation before release
• Accurately record inspection results, non-conformances, and corrective actions taken
• Communicate quality concerns to team leads, supervisors, or quality assurance staff promptly
• Collaborate with production team members to prevent recurring issues and ensure continuous improvement
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of inspection and work areas
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Prior experience in quality inspection or manufacturing environment preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify product defects
• Basic math and measurement skills
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, including standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Basic computer skills for logging inspection data
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds as needed

Work Environment

The position will be performed in a manufacturing plant environment where moving machinery produces noise. Employees must wear personal protective equipment issued for that location. Temperature can range from extreme cold to extreme heat. Physical fitness is required to include movements such as standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, climbing, pushing/pulling, forward bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching, squatting, crawling, as well as postural balancing, manipulating, trunk rotation, handling, and gripping. Workers may need to lift up to 100 pounds with assistance. Frequent use of company communication devices such as a computer, phone, and other office electronics is required.

Benefits Of Working With Associated Materials

• Competitive wage
• Opportunity for growth
• Long-standing business model in a changing market
• Premier company culture
• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off, holiday pay
• Discount programs

About Us

When you join AMI, you are part of a leading North American manufacturing business that produces 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 GP2 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, LLC provides equal employment opportunities 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled.