Fencing, Gate & Pergola Experts

Since 1933, Walpole Outdoors has been the standard for handcrafted outdoor products, meeting the needs of homeowners and professionals alike with an unsurpassed variety of styles and custom designs.

Today, Walpole maintains its position as a premier outdoor living space company through a commitment to working with customers and by applying new techniques and technologies to ensure that the end result exceeds their expectations.

The Quality Control (QC) Auditor is responsible for evaluating products, materials, processes, and documentation to ensure compliance with company quality standards, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements. This position conducts inspections, audits, and quality reviews, identifies non-conformances, and works with production teams to implement corrective and preventive actions that improve overall product quality and operational performance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct routine audits of manufacturing, production, and operational processes
• Audit raw materials to ensure vendor compliance before releasing them to the production floor
• Audit finished goods (product, packaging and documentation) to ensure order accuracy prior to releasing to the customer
• Inspect finished products, in-process work, and incoming materials to verify compliance with quality standards
• Review production records, inspection reports, and quality documentation for accuracy and completeness
• Identify defects, non-conformances, and process deviations and document findings
• Collaborate with production, engineering, logistics, and management teams to resolve quality-related issues
• Support internal audits as required
• Recommend process improvements to enhance quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.

Experience

• 2-5 years of experience in quality control, quality assurance, manufacturing, auditing, or a related field
• Experience in interpreting drawings, specifications, and work instructions preferred
• Experience with quality inspection tools and measurement equipment preferred
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Knowledge of quality management principles and audit practices
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and procedures
• Familiarity with root cause analysis and corrective action processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in manufacturing, fabrication, construction, aerospace, defense, or industrial environments
• Experience with ERP and quality management systems

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to inspect products and processes in manufacturing environments
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds
• Ability to use measuring devices and inspection equipment
• Frequent computer and documentation work

What We Offer

• Full-time, 4-day workweek (Monday–Thursday) with overtime opportunities on Fridays
• Career development and skill advancement
• A collaborative, team-oriented workplace

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off

Join a team where craftsmanship, safety, and collaboration come first.

Apply today and build your future with Walpole Outdoors!

Walpole Outdoors is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.