Quality Technician I (Fort Myers, FL)

PGT Industries; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Health benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

MITER Brands in Fort Myers, FL is seeking a Quality Technician to support product quality and process compliance across the manufacturing operation. You will work with production, engineering, suppliers, and quality teams to identify quality concerns, implement corrective actions, conduct inspections and audits to ensure products meet established standards and customer requirements.

Key responsibilities include root-cause analysis with cross-functional teams, capability studies, maintenance of

Qualifications

• Associate Degree (A.A.) preferred.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Familiarity with standard measurement and testing equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and complex procedures.
• Excellent recordkeeping and documentation skills.
• Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, suppliers, employees, and management.

Responsibilities

• Participate in cross-functional team meetings to identify root causes and implement corrective actions for quality issues.
• Utilize measurement and testing equipment to perform capability studies and document process performance as required.
• Develop and maintain work-in-process and finished goods quality audits, ensuring audits reflect current customer concerns.
• Recommend improvements to processes, products, and documentation to support continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.
• Monitor manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with work instructions, process audits, and quality checklists.
• Develop and maintain visual aids that depict acceptable and unacceptable parts and materials.
• Quarantine non-conforming material, oversee disposition activities, and determine cost and responsibility.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve non-conforming material issues and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Manage documentation related to production inspections, calibration activities, and capability studies as defined in quality plans.
• Provide training to production employees on audits, inspections, and calibration requirements.
• Understand and support supplier and customer testing requirements and quality plans.
• Understand Engineering Change Order (ECO) and Temporary Deviation processes.
• Inspect parts prior to shipment to verify conformance to standards.
• Remediate defects when possible and assist in identifying root causes and corrective actions when non-conforming parts are discovered.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Independent work

Documentation skills

Written & verbal communication

Customer/supplier comms

Education

Associate Degree (A.A.) preferred

Tools

Measurement equipment

Job description

Job Description Location

10400 Meridian Center Pkwy, Fort Myers, FL 33913

Schedule

Monday-Thursday 5:00am - 3:30pm

Compensation

$20.50/hr

Position Summary

The Quality Technician is responsible for supporting product quality and process compliance throughout the manufacturing operation. This role works closely with production, engineering, suppliers, and quality teams to identify quality concerns, implement corrective actions, conduct inspections and audits, and help ensure products meet established standards and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in cross-functional team meetings to identify root causes and implement corrective actions for quality issues.
• Utilize measurement and testing equipment to perform capability studies and document process performance as required.
• Develop and maintain work-in-process and finished goods quality audits, ensuring audits reflect current customer concerns.
• Recommend improvements to processes, products, and documentation to support continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.
• Monitor manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with work instructions, process audits, and quality checklists.
• Develop and maintain visual aids that depict acceptable and unacceptable parts and materials.
• Quarantine non-compliant material, oversee disposition activities, and determine cost and responsibility.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve non-compliant material issues and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Manage documentation related to production inspections, calibration activities, and capability studies as defined in quality plans.
• Provide training to production employees on audits, inspections, and calibration requirements.
• Understand and support supplier and customer testing requirements and quality plans.
• Understand Engineering Change Order (ECO) and Temporary Deviation processes.
• Inspect parts prior to shipment to verify conformance to standards.
• Remediate defects when possible and assist in identifying root causes and corrective actions when non-conforming parts are discovered.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree (A.A.) preferred.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Familiarity with standard measurement and testing equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and complex procedures.
• Excellent recordkeeping and documentation skills.
• Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, suppliers, employees, and management.

Other

Prolonged standing for 8/10/12 hours, dependent on work schedule. Temperatures will vary. Steel-toe safety shoes, ear and eye protection are always required in all plants. Additional personal protective equipment may be required.

What We Offer At MITER Brands

We invest in your health, wealth, and wellness. Our comprehensive benefits package supports you and your eligible spouse/dependents while helping you achieve your personal and professional goals. We offer competitive pay, a 401(k) with company match, and generous paid time off to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Health & Wellness Three comprehensive medical plan options Prescription drug coverage Dental insurance Vision insurance Teladoc virtual healthcare services Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Annual Wellness Clinic Financial Protection Company-paid Life Insurance Voluntary Life Insurance Company-paid Short-Term Disability Company-paid Long-Term Disability Supplemental Hospital Indemnity Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Accident Insurance Additional Benefits Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays 401(k) retirement plan with company match Tuition Reimbursement Program Legal Insurance Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Team Member Discount Program

MITER Brands, including MI Windows and Doors, Milgard, and PGT Innovations, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Work Authorization and Sponsorship Disclosure: The Company does not offer employer sponsorship at this time. Therefore, candidates must provide truthful and complete information regarding their eligibility to work in the U.S. and any current or future need for employment sponsorship. Misrepresentation regarding work authorization or sponsorship need at any stage of the hiring process will result in disqualification from consideration, rescission of an employment offer, or termination of employment.

What We Offer At MITER Brands

We invest in your health, wealth, and wellness. Our comprehensive benefits package supports you and your eligible spouse/dependents while helping you achieve your personal and professional goals. We offer competitive pay, a 401(k) with company match, and generous paid time off to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Health & Wellness Three comprehensive medical plan options Prescription drug coverage Dental insurance Vision insurance Teladoc virtual healthcare services Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Annual Wellness Clinic Financial Protection Company-paid Life Insurance Voluntary Life Insurance Company-paid Short-Term Disability Company-paid Long-Term Disability Supplemental Hospital Indemnity Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Accident Insurance Additional Benefits Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays 401(k) retirement plan with company match Tuition Reimbursement Program Legal Insurance Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Team Member Discount Program

MITER Brands, including MI Windows and Doors, Milgard, and PGT Innovations, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Work Authorization and Sponsorship Disclosure: The Company does not offer employer sponsorship at this time. Therefore, candidates must provide truthful and complete information regarding their eligibility to work in the U.S. and any current or future need for employment sponsorship. Misrepresentation regarding work authorization or sponsorship need at any stage of the hiring process will result in disqualification from consideration, rescission of an employment offer, or termination of employment.

WE HAVE ONE PURPOSE: BUILD THE MOST VALUED WINDOW AND DOOR BRAND IN AMERICA. But, like all great things, that journey starts by bringing together a team of the most passionate, experienced and dedicated window experts in the industry. From our team to our customers and our communities, we strive to inspire deeper engagements and new possibilities for all. Because we believe that business is always personal.