Quality Lab Tech - MD

Job Description

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 delight.

• 12.5‑hour shift:
  Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, every other Saturday 6:30 am – 7:00 pm
• Hourly wage: $20.00 – $24.00 (plus $1.00/night differential for 2nd shifts)
• Wage Range DOE (Determine‑by‑Experience)

• Measurement and test equipment use and calibrations (hand tools, gauges, optical tools, balances, color meters, force measuring instruments)
• 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, 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.

• 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 and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• Strong cross‑functional communication skills.
• At least 18 years of age.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Strong English, reading, and writing skills for career advancement.
• 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.
• Operate various styles of forklifts.
• Wear and operate required safety equipment (earplugs, safety glasses).
• Read printed reports and data displayed on computer screens.
• Fine motor skills to operate tools (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. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information. Resumes submitted to this email address will not be responded to.