Manufacturing Quality Lead

Manufacturing Quality Lead Milgard Manufacturing

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Fife, WA Job Details Full-time From $26 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits Store discount Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Life insurance Pet insurance Qualifications High school diploma or GED Dimensional measurements Full Job Description Job Description Quality Lead - Vinyl Extrusion & Pultrusion Milgard Windows & Doors |

Fife, WA Schedule:

Grave Shift | 2‑2‑3 Rotating | 6:00 PM - 6:00

AM Pay:

starts at $26 DOE + $2.00/hour shift differential ➕ Paid lunch, built‑in overtime, and growth opportunity Job Summary Milgard Windows & Doors is seeking a Quality Lead to support and drive day‑to‑day quality operations for our vinyl extrusion and pultrusion manufacturing processes. This role plays a critical part in ensuring products meet specifications, supporting process control and troubleshooting, and helping build a strong, collaborative quality team on grave shift. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on quality professional who wants to make an impact, support production partners, and contribute to continuous improvement in a manufacturing‑driven environment. Key Responsibilities Lead in‑process and final product inspections to ensure conformance to specifications Monitor critical extrusion and pultrusion parameters, including temperatures, pressures, cure cycles, and dimensions Identify, document, and resolve quality issues using root cause analysis and corrective actions Drive reduction of scrap and rework through preventive and continuous improvement initiatives Maintain accurate quality records, inspection results, and non‑conformance documentation Support

ISO 9001

requirements and participate in internal and customer audits Train, coach, and guide operators and quality technicians on standards, procedures, and defect recognition Serve as the quality liaison between production, engineering, suppliers, and customers Actively contribute to building and strengthening a high‑performing quality culture on shift Qualifications High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or certification preferred 3-5+ years of quality experience in extrusion, pultrusion, plastics, or composites manufacturing Strong understanding of dimensional inspection, process controls, and manufacturing specifications Experience with SPC, root cause analysis, corrective action systems, and quality documentation Ability to read engineering drawings and use inspection tools (calipers, gauges, micrometers, etc.) Preferred Prior leadership, lead, or shift‑lead experience Six Sigma, Lean, or continuous improvement training

ISO 9001

audit experience Work Environment This position is based on the manufacturing floor and requires standing, walking, lifting, and consistent use of PPE in an industrial setting. Why Join Milgard $2/hour grave‑shift differential Paid lunch and built‑in overtime on a stable 2‑2‑3 rotating schedule Opportunity to help build and shape a strong quality team Hands‑on role with real influence on quality and production outcomes Supportive culture focused on safety, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement What We Offer Our benefits package includes coverage of your health, wealth, and wellness for you and your eligible spouse/dependents. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including a 401k with company match and generous paid time off to help you balance your life. Below is a list of benefits you will enjoy while working with our company. Three comprehensive Medical plan options Prescription Dental Vision Company Paid Life Insurance Voluntary Life Insurance Supplemental Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance Company-paid Short-Term Disability Company-paid Long-Term Disability Paid time off (PTO) and paid Holidays 401k retirement plan with company match Employee Assistance Program Teladoc Legal Insurance Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Team Member Discount Program Tuition Reimbursement Yearly Wellness Clinic MITER Brands, also known as MI Windows and Doors, Milgard and PGT Industries are an equal-opportunity employer. The company does not discriminate based on religion, race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other applicable legally protected category.