Quality Tech - Meridian

Company Overview

Founded in 1997, Fiberon is a leading U.S. manufacturer of wood‑alternative decking, railing, and cladding distributed worldwide. In 2018, Fiberon was acquired by Fortune Brands Innovations (NYSE: FBIN). The company purpose is “Fulfilling the Dreams of Home,” and it operates in high‑growth categories of water, outdoors, and security. Fiberon is committed to fostering a culture that ensures maximum equipment reliability, process efficiency, and associate engagement.

The Manufacturing Quality Technician is accountable for protecting our customers by ensuring only compliant materials enter and exit the plant. This role combines comprehensive inspection and testing of incoming raw materials, in‑process components, and finished composite decking products with data‑driven analysis to prevent defects and drive continuous improvement. Responsibilities include auditing quality processes, maintaining documentation and calibrations, and communicating issues to support timely resolution.

By identifying process improvement opportunities and collaborating cross‑functionally, the technician helps ensure product reliability, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

12.5‑hour shifts available;
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, every other Saturday 6:30 am–7:00 pm (A shift). Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, every other Saturday 6:30 am–7:00 pm (C shift). Starting wage DOE and qualification is $24.00 per hour.

• Measurement and test equipment use and calibrations including hand tools, gauges, optical tools, balances, color meters, and force measuring instruments.
• Accurate data entry and analysis methods.
• Quality management system compliance.
• Process improvement and problem‑solving approaches.
• Area management and housekeeping best practices.
• Risk assessment reasoning.
• Nonconforming materials and rework handling.
• Sampling plans and proper sample preparation.
• Inspection techniques and processes.
• Auditing.

• Writing
  
  Skills:
  
  Write clear, simple sentences, complete technical forms, and apply basic math concepts like estimation and spatial reasoning.
• Reading
  
  Skills:
  
  Interpret manuals, safety instructions, reports, and understand images, graphs, and coding systems in the work area.
• Oral
  
  Skills:
  
  Communicate effectively, respond to questions, and collaborate with supervisors and team members to support plant improvements.
• Motivation:
  Take responsibility for assignments, improve skills, and set personal goals with actionable strategies.
• Integrity:
  Be honest with company property and time, communicate respectfully, and resolve conflicts constructively.
• Reliability:
  Maintain punctuality, stay composed in stressful situations, and work effectively in a structured environment. Arrive fit for duty each shift.

• Minimum Qualifications:
  • Ability to work 12‑hour shifts in a continuous manufacturing environment.
  • Willingness to work overtime, holidays, and weekends as scheduled.
  • Proficiency with using a computer.
  • Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite products.
  • Proficiency differentiating shades of color.
  • Ability to operate a forklift.
  • Strong cross‑functional communication skills.
  • At least 18 years of age.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Strong English, reading, and writing skills for career advancement, including the ability to interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance manuals, and procedural documents.
  • Previous forklift operation experience.
  • Previous manufacturing experience.

• Lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Stand and walk around for a 12.5+ hour shift.
• Perform physical tasks such as bending, squatting, and kneeling.
• Ability to operate various different styles of forklifts.
• Wear and operate required safety equipment, including earplugs and safety shoes and glasses.
• Must have proficient color shade sight for materials inspection.
• Read printed reports and data displayed on computer screens.
• Fine motor skills to operate tools, including chop saws, staple guns, calipers and other test equipment.

FBIN is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic. FBIN is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities.