Quality Lead

Eastern Metal Supply, Inc.; Lake Worth (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Metal Supply, Inc. seeks a Quality Lead to ensure aluminum products meet EMS and customer specifications.

You will inspect raw materials, in-process components, and finished products, perform tests, and support continuous improvement in EMS distribution and manufacturing environments. You will audit inspection activities, document results, and collaborate with production, warehouse, and engineering teams to resolve quality issues, ensuring compliance with ASTM and ISO standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English effectively.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Familiarity with precision measurement tools.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Audit workers in inspection and testing to ensure quality and integrity.
• Inspect incoming inventory for defects and dimensional accuracy.
• Conduct in-process and final inspections of products.
• Perform mechanical and visual tests with calipers, micrometers, hardness testers.
• Document inspection results and maintain quality records.
• Identify non-conforming products and assist root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with production, warehouse, and engineering teams.
• Ensure compliance with ASTM, ISO, and customer requirements.
• Participate in 6S, Lean, and Six Sigma initiatives.
• Keep work areas clean and organized.

Skills

Precision measurement

Reading drawings

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Protractors

Taper gauges

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Quality Lead plays a critical role in ensuring that aluminum products meet EMS and customer specifications. This position involves inspecting and testing raw materials, in-process components, and finished products, conducting quality tests, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within EMS distribution and manufacturing environments.

• Audit workers engaged in inspection and testing activities to ensure high productivity and high technical integrity
• Inspect incoming inventory from mills for defects, dimensional accuracy, and compliance with industry standards
• Conduct in-process and final inspections of manufactured products
• Perform mechanical and visual tests using calipers, micrometers, hardness testers, and other precision instruments
• Document inspection results and maintain detailed quality records in accordance with ISO standards
• Identify non-conforming products and assist in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
• Collaborate with production, warehouse, and engineering teams to resolve quality issues
• Ensure compliance with industry standards such as ASTM, ISO, and customer-specific requirements
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives including 6S, Lean, and Six Sigma projects
• Keep areas clean and organized
• Performs other related duties as required

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
• Be able to read, write and communicate in English effectively
• Valid driver’s license

Experience/Skills/Abilities Required:

• Familiarity of precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, protractors, and taper gauges to verify dimensions against engineering drawings preferred
• The ability to accurately read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications is preferred
• Basic understanding of the aluminum extrusion process and common die defects
• Basic understanding of the painting process and common paint defects
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

• Standing up to 8 hours per day
• Able to lift 50 pounds
• Able to work in warehouse atmosphere with varying temperatures

We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and has equal access to opportunities.