Fire-Dex is a family-owned company headquartered in Ohio with a primary manufacturing facility located in Pelham, Georgia. Our four operations facilities specialize in creating head-to-toe firefighter protective gear for first responders worldwide. Our Gear Wash subsidiary is the world’s largest Independent Service Provider (ISP) for gear care and maintenance, we ensure that firefighters’ equipment remains in top condition. Our offerings include turnout gear, alternative PPE, boots, hoods, gloves, and helmets. We are looking to add to our team of dynamic associates in Pelham with associates who are ready to contribute to our mission to serve those who serve
We are seeking an organized and detail-oriented Quality Control Associate to join our team. In this role, the Quality Control Associate is responsible for executing and maintaining quality assurance functions specific to their site. This role ensures that all products meet internal and customer quality standards through inspections, documentation, and process control. The associate will support continuous improvement efforts and uphold the integrity compliance, quality systems and records.

MORE ABOUT US:

• Our values include fun, integrity, respect, and excellence = FIRE!
• Our dedicated team of associates have helped pave the path of innovation for new products and services that are focused on the health and safety of first responders
• Location: 620 W Railroad Street South, Pelham, GA 31779
• 40+ years in business
• Multi award-winning organization – including multiple repeat recognition as a Top Workplace by NorthCoast 99 eight times over, Family Business Achievement Awards, Smart Culture Awards, Cascade Business Growth Awards and Weatherhead 100!
  Be part of making the highest quality personal protective equipment in the USA and keeping first responders safe!

Learn more about our culture and team!

• Find purposeful work within an impactful industry: https://youtu.be/Z8Pgfsj6wVc
• Find your work passion with the Fire-Dex family: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zh-cq2r1xyU
• How It’s Made: Turnout Gear: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KwgnI2OjBXk

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE

• Conduct in-process inspections of garments to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications
• Identify, report, and assist in the resolution of nonconforming materials and products
• Preparation of samples for compliance submission and testing
• Review and communicate findings from Returned Goods Authorizations (RGAs) and customer complaints
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to implement corrective and preventive actions
• Support internal audits and participate in external audits as needed
• Support team members on proactive Quality Improvement projects
• Prepare and maintain quality reports and metrics for site leadership and the Quality Manager
• Promote a culture of quality and continuous improvement throughout the site
• Perform other related duties and assignments as required