Quality Lead
About the job
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- A valid driver's license is required.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
- Basic understanding of the aluminum extrusion process and common die defects.
- Basic understanding of the painting process and common paint defects.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to stand for up to 8 hours per day.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Ability to work in a warehouse atmosphere with varying temperatures.
- Audit workers engaged in inspection and testing activities to ensure high productivity and technical integrity.
- Inspect incoming inventory from mills for defects, dimensional accuracy, and compliance with industry standards.
- Conduct in-process and final inspections of manufactured products.
- Perform mechanical and visual tests using calipers, micrometers, hardness testers, and other precision instruments.
- Document inspection results and maintain detailed quality records in accordance with ISO standards.
- Identify non-conforming products and assist in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
- Collaborate with production, warehouse, and engineering teams to resolve quality issues.
- Ensure compliance with ASTM, ISO, and customer-specific requirements.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including 6S, Lean, and Six Sigma projects.
- Keep work areas clean and organized.
- Perform other related duties as required.
- A bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.
- Familiarity with precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, protractors, and taper gauges to verify dimensions against engineering drawings.
- Ability to accurately read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
- Extreme attention to detail.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
About the company
Eastern Metal Supply is a distributor of aluminum products, specializing in extrusions and sheet materials, with a focus on service and just-in-time delivery. The company stocks and ships aluminum products from multiple regional warehouses to meet customers’ needs in construction, marine, and outdoor applications. It strengthens its lineup by acquiring niche metal businesses (for example, marine products, hurricane shutters, and patio enclosures) to broaden offerings, a growth strategy supported by investment from Wynnchurch Capital starting in 2007. EMS now operates nearly two million square feet of warehouse and manufacturing space across its locations and aims to be a dependable regional metal distributor that grows through acquisitions while maintaining steady, reliable delivery to customers.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Lake Worth Beach, Florida
Founded
1982
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- September 30, 2026 AMD Supply adds fencing and hurricane protection customers immediately.
- Revelio counted 1,527 employees in March 2026, and 109 active jobs show expansion.
- Newsweek named EMS a 2026 midsize workplace, supporting hiring and retention.
What critics are saying
- TCW-backed debt matures January 6, 2031, forcing refinancing before Wynnchurch’s exit window.
- AMD and Eagle integrations strain management while competitors target contractors with faster service and pricing.
- If Florida demand weakens, EMS’s hurricane and patio exposure concentrates revenue in one region.
What makes Eastern Metal Supply unique
- EMS combines 20+ facilities with 18,000+ SKUs and 98%+ on-time delivery.
- Wynnchurch backed eight acquisitions through September 30, 2026, expanding EMS’s niche categories.
- EMS owns fabrication, distribution, and technical service capabilities across aluminum, fencing, and hurricane protection.
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13%EMS Broadens Product Offering Across Fencing and Hurricane Protection with Acquisition of AMD Supply TMCnet News [September 30, 2026] | / | EMS Broadens Product Offering Across Fencing and Hurricane Protection with Acquisition of AMD Supply EMS, a value-added distributor of aluminum products and a portfolio company of Wynnchurch Capital, L.P. ("Wynnchurch"), today announced the acquisition of AMD Supply ("AMD"), a distributor of fencing, hurricane shutters, and aluminum products serving the Southeastern United States. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Deerfield Beach, Florida, AMD serves fence contractors, general contractors, manufacturers, dealers, and builders. AMD offers a broad portfolio of aluminum and vinyl fencing, hurricane shutters, standard and custom aluminum extrusions, tubular motors and accessories, screen doors, hardware, and castings. "AMD has built a differentiated business through its focus on customer service, product availability, and technical expertise," said Mike Swedick, CEO of EMS. "The acquisition expands our offering across fencing and hurricane protection products. We are excited to welcome the AMD team to EMS and support AMD's continued growth." Across Wynnchurch's ownership, EMS has completed eight acquisitions, including AMD. Foley & Lardner LLP acted as legal advisor to EMS and Wynnchurch. About EMS: Headquartered in Lake Worth, Florida, EMS is a value-added distributor of aluminum products serving a variety of industrial, commercial, residential, and marine end markets. Founded in 1982 with a single Forida location, EMS has expanded into new regions and now operates more than 20 distribution and manufacturing facilities totaling nearly two million square feet. For more information, please visit: https://www.easternmetal.com. About AMD: Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Deerfield Beach, Florida, AMD is a distributor of aluminum and vinyl fencing, hurricane shutters, standard and custom aluminum extrusions, tubular motors and accessories, screen doors, hardware, and castings. AMD serves customers across Florida, the Southeastern United States, the Caribbean, and Latin America. For more information, please visit: www.amdaluminum.com. About Wynnchurch Capital: Wynnchurch Capital, L.P. is a private equity investment firm that has been investing in industrial businesses for more than 25 years. Wynnchurch is currently investing out of its sixth private equity fund and manages approximately $9.1 billion of assets under management. The firm's strategy is to partner with companies that possess the potential for substantial growth and profit improvement. Wynnchurch specializes in recapitalizations, growth capital, management buyouts, corporate carve-outs, and restructurings. Recent exits include the sale of FloWorks to Ferguson Enterprises Inc. (NYSE: FERG) in a transaction valued at approximately $1.6 billion and the sale of Labrie Environmental Group to Hiab Corporation (Nasdaq Helsinki: HIAB) in a transaction valued at approximately $1.04 billion. Recent investments include MSHS Pacific Power Group, Sterno, NABRICO Marine Products, Charter Industries, and Astro Shapes. For more information, please visit: www.wynnchurch.com or follow Fog Computing World on LinkedIn. View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260930459919/en/ [ Back To TMCnet.com's Homepage] |
EMS, a value-added distributor of aluminum products and a portfolio company of Wynnchurch Capital, L.P. (“Wynnchurch”), today announced the acquisition of Am...
EMS, a value-added aluminium distributor and portfolio company of Wynnchurch Capital, has acquired American Metals Supply (AMS). Financial terms were not disclosed. Tampa-based AMS has operated for 25 years, distributing aluminium products for residential, commercial, patio and industrial applications across the United States. The acquisition expands EMS's geographic reach and capabilities across key end markets. This marks EMS's seventh acquisition since Wynnchurch purchased the company in October 2019. Headquartered in Lake Worth, Florida, EMS now operates more than 20 distribution and manufacturing facilities totalling nearly two million square feet. Kevin Gonzalez, AMS's CEO, said the company is excited to accelerate its growth trajectory with EMS. Foley & Lardner acted as legal adviser to EMS and Wynnchurch.
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Eastern Metal Supply (“EMS”), one of the largest value-added distributors of aluminum products in the U.S. and a Wynnchurch Capital, L.P. (“Wynnchurch