Quality Technician II - Swing Shift

Job Description

Quality Technician II – Pultrusion

Location: Fife, WA

Company: Milgard Windows & Doors

⏰ Shift: Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM

Pay: $24–$30/hour (DOE)

Position Summary

Milgard Windows & Doors is seeking a Quality Technician II to support pultrusion manufacturing operations at our Fife, WA facility. This role is responsible for ensuring that manufacturing processes and finished products meet established quality standards, specifications, and customer requirements. The position plays a critical role in supporting production through inspection, testing, and continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance with company quality systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and final inspections of pultruded products, including dimensional checks, surface finish evaluation, and structural integrity assessments
• Conduct visual inspections to verify product quality
• Monitor pultrusion line operations to ensure adherence to quality standards and process parameters
• Analyze inspection and test data to identify trends, nonconformances, and opportunities for improvement
• Accurately document inspection results using quality systems, reports, and logs
• Investigate quality issues, support root cause analysis, and assist with corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
• Maintain documentation and records to support internal and external audits
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards (, ISO 9001, as applicable)
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and leadership teams to resolve quality-related issues
• Provide guidance and training support to Quality Technician I team members

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or technical certification preferred
• 2–5 years of experience in quality inspection or manufacturing, ideally within pultrusion or composite materials
• Working knowledge of pultrusion processes, fiberglass/resin systems, and composite manufacturing methods
• Experience using precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges) and testing equipment
• Familiarity with quality systems such as ISO 9001 or comparable standards
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications

Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset
• Effective problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
• Clear communication and ability to collaborate across teams
• Proficiency with basic computer applications and quality data systems
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, noise, and composite materials
• Frequent standing and occasional lifting required
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required

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.