Furniture Quality Assurance Inspector Position Available In Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut

Summary The Furniture Quality Assurance (QA) Inspector ensures that products manufactured by vendor partners meet industry standards and the standards of Bob’s Discount Furniture’s Compliance Manual. Their goal is to assure that products can withstand regular use, are packaged and protected to withstand handling and transportation and that products work as intended as well as identify concerns outlined by QA management.

Pay:

$22.68 – $28.35/hour (Based on Experience) Major Duties and Responsibilities Conduct inspections of furniture samples and current merchandise using app-based system providing detailed descriptions of packaging, workmanship and compliance. Apply knowledge of various furniture and related products while monitoring returning merchandise to determine root causes of defects such as handling, manufacturing process, and/or packaging. Identify defects and any other problems with equipment, materials, process or personnel and report findings to Quality Assurance Group. Assist in the inspection, review, receiving and shipment of sample and production merchandise. Develop an understanding of business process management and business requirements of Quality Control, Parts and Merchandising to enhance all business functions including Customer Service, Delivery and all aspects of Distribution. Maintains and improves product quality by completing product, company, system, compliance, and surveillance audits; investigating customer complaints; collaborating with other members of management to develop new product and engineering designs, and manufacturing and training methods. Re-pack and protect merchandise following reviews and inspections. Work strategically with various departments to identify opportunities for improvements for merchandise and handling practices.

Work Environment:

Required to be onsite at the Bob’s Distribution Center in Taftville, CT. Fast paced, dynamic environment. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to communicate proactively and effectively including comprehending and communicating detailed instructions, reading and writing, and having knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures as required by the position. Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to effectively manage one’s own time especially with respect to project deadlines. Capable of identifying root cause and managing towards an improved process. Basic understanding of computer software such as but not limited to Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel. Knowledge of operating warehouse equipment such as forklift, Picker Lift and Power Pallet Jack. Ability to redirect attention and resources to high level issues quickly and efficiently to provide feedback in a timely manner. Desired Qualifications High School Diploma or Equivalent Experienced with Furniture construction or repair or an understanding from related fields. Use of hand tools and basic construction methods Proven successful track record of outstanding customer service abilities Proven successful track record of self-management and multi-tasking Knowledge and use of RF scan gun and inventory operating systems Americans Disability Act (ADA) Able to sit, walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, push and handle and move items weighing up to 50 Ibs. without assistance Ability to move throughout all areas of the distribution centers, call centers and stores Stand or sit continuously to perform job functions Visually able to perform job functions Bob’s Discount Furniture is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to reasonably accommodating qualified persons with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential duties of their position. Expected Base Pay Not Including Potential Commissions, Incentive, Bonus, etc.

Opportunities:

$22.68 – $28.35/hour (Based on Experience) It is policy of Bob’s Discount Furniture, Inc., to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against or harassed because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, veteran or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state or local law. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact talentacquistionteam@mybobs.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. Bob’s Discount Furniture is an everyday value-priced furniture and bedding retailer expanding rapidly across the nation in the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Midwest and West Coast regions. No matter what you spend – whether $20 or $20,000, one standard applies to everyone. The company was founded in 1991 on the principle of providing unsurpassed values in the middle price range. Honesty and integrity are the hallmarks of the “Bob’s Way” of doing business – a philosophy that applies to customer, co-worker, vendor and community relations. Bob’s truly values the contributions of every associate; therefore, along with opportunities for career growth we offer training, competitive compensation, outstanding benefits and a professional, fun, fast paced work environment. Our continued success has created exciting opportunities for our associates to enjoy truly rewarding careers. Our mission is to make quality and appealing furniture attainable for everyone and to bring integrity, transparency, and a little FUN to the furniture business. At Bob’s Discount Furniture, we have fun, we love what we do, and it shows in our expansive growth!