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Springs Window Fashions

Manufactures blinds, shades, drapery hardware

Quality Assurance Specialist

Full-TimePosted on 9/21/2026Deadline 9/23/27
$25/hr
Mid, Senior, Expert
Associate's
Waukegan, IL, USA
In Person
No H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not provided.
  • An Associate’s degree in a technical field and 3–5 years of experience, or a high school diploma/GED and 10+ years of experience.
  • Experience using measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers.
  • Knowledge of the quality core tools: Quality 7 Tools, PFMEA, APQP, PPAP, MSA, and SPC.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to plan and prioritize activities.
  • Ability to present data effectively.
Responsibilities
  • Ensure products, services, or processes meet established standards and customer expectations.
  • Develop and implement quality control procedures, processes, and documentation.
  • Monitor performance and conduct regular audits, inspections, and testing to identify defects and areas for improvement.
  • Collect and analyze quality data to identify trends, patterns, and root causes of issues.
  • Work with engineering, production, customer service, and other departments to address quality issues and implement solutions.
  • Analyze customer quality data and develop corrective actions.
  • Program LPA audits and follow up on findings and corrective actions.
  • Control documents, work-instruction versions, quality assurance alerts, and core-tool documentation.
  • Create presentations demonstrating overall performance from LPA audits and corrective-action follow-up.
  • Coordinate inspection activities and ensure completion of scheduled production-floor inspections, including CBA, EOL, random inspections, and LPAs.
  • Present information to higher management.
  • Capture first-pass yield data and present the results.
  • Work with the team to determine root causes and present the results.
  • Follow ICAT to validate that actions have been closed.
  • Collaborate with other facilities to ensure training practices are appropriate and consistent across the organization.
  • Create presentations and complete other projects as necessary.
  • Work with vendors on quality issues.
  • Follow 6S procedures.
  • Interact with Toolroom and Maintenance departments regarding equipment and tool repair and development of new equipment and tools.
  • Attend daily huddles and other meetings to support communication.
  • Follow safety policies and procedures and attend regularly scheduled safety meetings.

About the company

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Springs Window Fashions

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Springs Window Fashions is a manufacturer of window treatments, including blinds, shades, and drapery hardware, serving residential and commercial customers across North America. Its products are designed to control light and privacy while adding aesthetic appeal, and are sold through retail stores, online platforms, and direct sales to businesses. The company differentiates itself through long-standing experience (over 80 years), a focus on high-quality, durable, and well‑made products, and a commitment to delivering the Best Experience to associates, consumers, partners, and communities. Its goal is to meet evolving customer needs with reliable, well-crafted window coverings and to grow its presence in the North American market by expanding its multi-channel distribution.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Middleton, Wisconsin

Founded

1939

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What believers are saying

  • September 2025 PowerShades acquisition expands automation sales into CEDIA and HTI channels.
  • Spring 2026 Graber motorization broadened Zigbee compatibility across cellular, pleated, and Roman shades.
  • March 2026 headcount stayed near 2,862, showing operating stability after 2024 refinancing.

What critics are saying

  • July 2025 Berger v. Springs Window Fashions keeps employment-discrimination scrutiny alive in Pennsylvania.
  • Springs still carries legacy labor litigation after Lam v. Springs Window Fashions exposed retaliation claims.
  • Private-equity leverage plus acquisition integration can strain margins if housing demand weakens by 2027.

What makes Springs Window Fashions unique

  • Bali, Graber, Horizons, Mecho, and B&C International span retail, dealer, and commercial channels.
  • PowerShades acquisition deepens CEDIA automation expertise and smart motorized shading capabilities.
  • December 2024 refinancing pushed nearest debt maturities from 2026 to 2028, buying strategic runway.

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Benefits

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 10%

1 year growth

↑ 10%

2 year growth

↑ 10%
Window Fashion VISION
Sep 2nd, 2025
Springs Window Fashions Acquires PowerShades to Expand Automation Capabilities

Springs Window Fashions acquires PowerShades to expand automation capabilities.

Access Newswire
Sep 2nd, 2025
Springs Window Fashions Acquires PowerShades

Springs Window Fashions has acquired PowerShades to enhance its automation capabilities and strengthen its presence in the CEDIA channel.

Springs Window Fashions
Feb 26th, 2025
Grant Gustafson Promoted to Executive Vice President & General Manager of Commercial and European Business Units

MIDDLETON, WI, February 26, 2025 - Springs Window Fashions, a leading global provider of custom window coverings, is pleased to announce the promotion of Grant Gustafson to Executive Vice President & General Manager of the Commercial and European Business Units.

Pennsylvania Record
Aug 20th, 2024
Former Employee Alleges Disability Discrimination Against Springs Window Fashions

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Springs Window Fashions, LLC, alleging multiple violations of disability rights laws.

National Kitchen & Bath Association
Dec 11th, 2023
NKBA Announces 2024 National Committee Members

Continuing LRC members include Kevin Dexter, President Dealer at Springs Window Fashions, who was elected 2024 LRC Chair; Jason McGraw, Group VP of CEDIA Expo & KBIS, Emerald; and Basil Larkin, SVP of Sales at Hestan Commercial Corporation.

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