Quality Assurance Training - YKK AP
YKK manufacturing plant exterior with loading docks and company logo.

Company Overview

YKK AP America Inc. is an innovation-driven manufacturer of commercial façade systems and residential windows and doors. Along with our subsidiary, ERIE Architectural Products, we support forward-thinking architecture through advanced manufacturing, sustainable design, and long-term value.

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Sustainability

At YKK AP America, we turn architectural innovation into solutions that protect the environment, create value for our customers, and strengthen communities.

YKK window and door hardware with traditional Asian architecture background.

Cycle of Goodness

YKK’s founder, Tadao Yoshida made the “Cycle of Goodness” the central philosophy of all business activities.

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Fundamental Behaviors

Our 25 Fundamental Behaviors are how we show our values in practice. These behaviors help bring our culture to life.

Cross-section samples of YKK window and door frame profiles.

Products Overview

At YKK AP, we design and manufacture high-quality fenestration solutions for both commercial and residential markets. See the types of products we offer.

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Projects

Our products are used on buildings across the United States. Visit our project portfolio to see commercial projects featuring products from YKK AP and Erie AP.

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Showroom

The STUDIO 101 Design Center offers hands-on product demonstrations and training events. Featuring products from our commercial, residential and Erie AP businesses, we have locations in downtown Atlanta, GA and Rancho Cucamonga, CA.

Modern YKK architectural window systems in a contemporary building.

About YKK AP Inc.

YKK AP Inc. (Japan) is dedicated to building a better society through our Architectural Products (industrial products for construction), such as windows, doors, curtain walls, and exterior products.

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Careers

At YKK AP and ERIE AP, we believe a career should be more than just a job, it should be a path to growth, purpose, and possibility. When you join our team, you become part of a global company that values innovation, craftsmanship, and collaboration. Here, your ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and your future has no limits.

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Employee Testimonials

Our people are the foundation of everything we build. Learn about some the team members who make innovation and excellence part of our everyday work.

YKK consultation for window and door solutions.

Candidate Connect

We are looking for people who want to thrive in a collaborative culture and are motivated to do their best work. Our hiring process is the primary opportunity for us to get to know each other.

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Social Responsibility

We believe in using business as a force for good. From sustainability to community involvement, we’re committed to making a positive difference.

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Sales & Marketing

View open positions in areas such as sales, estimating, customer service, and marketing.

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Design & Engineering

View open technical positions across disciplines such as application, design, and mechanical engineering.

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Manufacturing

View open positions in operations, production, and related manufacturing roles.

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Shared Services

View open positions in business support areas such as information technology, human resources, finance, and purchasing.

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Quality Assurance Training

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Interior view of YKK manufacturing plant with workers and machinery.
YKK window frame assembly process with team working in a bright office.
YKK team collaborating on innovative window solutions in lab.
Professionals installing large YKK windows in a commercial building.
Interior view of YKK store with customers exploring window and door hardware.
YKK manufacturing team assembling window frames in a modern industrial facility.

Who Should Attend?

Project Managers, Fabrication Shop Supervisors, Job Site Managers or Supervisors of Glaziers.  Trainees should be selected based on their ability to train the rest of your workforce.

Training Objective

These training sessions provide attendees basic knowledge of industry standards and installation procedures to ensure proper installation of YKK AP Entrances, Storefront, Curtain Wall, Window Wall and Window Products.

About Registration

Initial registration is limited to one attendee per company.  Additional requests will only be confirmed as space allows.  After registering, you will get a auto generated acknowledgement email that your registration went through. If you are chosen for the class, you will receive a separate email from YKK AP confirming your acceptance into the training program. Please wait until you receive confirmation before making travel arrangements and sending in your debit memo. The current cost to participate in a training session is $425.00.

Training Logistics

YKK AP will provide lunch each day. Attendees are responsible for transportation to and from Atlanta, hotel expenses, dinners and any other incidental expenses. Upon confirmation of registration acceptance, YKK AP will send a detailed information package. It is highly recommended that attendees arrive the Sunday evening before. Training will begin promptly at 8:00 AM EST on Monday and conclude by 12:00 PM EST on Friday.

AFTER being confirmed for entry into the program via email, you will receive a debit memo for the class tuition in the amount of $425.00. Payment for the debit memo is due immediately upon receipt of the memo. You cannot take the class without paying the debit memo.

Training will be at our Headquarters Training Lab:

101 Marietta Street NW, Suite 2700
Atlanta, GA 30303

ANY QUESTIONS? PLEASE CONTACT BART HARRINGTON AT 678-838-6012.

Current Sessions:

Current Sessions:
Session 1 Session 2 Session 3
Jan. 26 – Jan. 30
(CLASS FULL)
Mar. 9 – Mar. 13
(CLASS FULL)
Apr. 20 – Apr. 24
(CLASS FULL)

Thank you for your interest in our QA training. All current classes are full. The sign-up form is currently offline until the next training dates are active.

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