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Clayton is a leading single-family, values-driven home builder dedicated to attainable housing, sustainable practices and creating a world-class experience for customers and team members. Our company portfolio includes a broad offering of attainable housing, and as a vertically integrated home builder, we are uniquely positioned to serve customers through every stage of the homeownership journey - building, selling, financing, and insuring homes. From entry-level to more experienced positions, we're actively recruiting individuals who are passionate, positive, and eager to learn. We then equip you for success, whether you're in the office, in the field, or on the floor. As a member of our team you'll enjoy excellent benefits, opportunities for growth, and an encouraging culture that supports work / life balance.
Job Title: Quality Assurance Coordinator
Department: Quality Control
Reports To: Operations Manager/Asst. Production Manager
Location: DuraCraft Solutions
540 N. Industrial Loop
Haleyville, AL 35565
Job Summary:
The Quality Assurance Coordinator is responsible for ensuring consistent product quality from incoming material inspection through final production. This role supports quality standards and continuous improvement initiatives by conducting thorough inspections, documenting findings, and collaborating closely with production, purchasing, and warehouse teams. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, experienced in quality control for wood-based products, and proficient with Oracle ERP systems.
Key Responsibilities:
Inspect incoming materials-including various wood species and substrates of sheet stock - upon delivery to verify conformance with quality and specification standards.
Record and track incoming inspection data using Oracle ERP and maintain appropriate documentation for traceability and compliance.
Perform in-process and final inspections of materials and parts to ensure adherence to quality standards, such as dimensional accuracy, finish quality, and construction standards.
Identify and document non-conformances and work with production teams to implement corrective and preventive actions.
Coordinate with suppliers and purchasing staff to address material issues and quality concerns.
Maintain accurate quality records, inspection logs, and reports using both manual and digital systems.
Assist with root cause analysis and corrective action processes to reduce scrap, rework, and customer complaints.
Support training efforts for production staff on quality standards, visual defect recognition, and company policies.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, purchasing, and warehouse to support continuous improvement efforts.
Ensure all quality control processes comply with company standards, customer requirements, and safety regulations.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or technical certification in manufacturing, quality, or related field preferred, but not required.
Minimum of 2 years' experience in quality assurance within a manufacturing setting, ideally with wood assemblies.
Working knowledge of Oracle ERP system for material tracking, receiving, and quality documentation.
Familiarity with wood properties, woodworking techniques, and cabinetry construction standards.
Skilled in using inspection tools such as tape measures, calipers, gauges, and moisture meters.
Strong attention to detail, documentation, and analytical skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work well in cross-functional teams.
Working Conditions:
Split time between manufacturing floor, warehouse receiving area, and office.
Exposure to woodworking environment including dust, noise, and machinery
Why Clayton?
Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package. Clayton provides competitive 401K programs, including investment options and company matching for full and part time team members after one year to help our team members achieve their financial goals. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and more.
As part of Clayton's commitment to Opening Doors to a Better Life, Clayton is now providing paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program.
At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs available online or in-person for team members.
Clayton is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Clayton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
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