Sobre este puesto de Quality Inspector en New Balance
Who We Are:
Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.
JOB MISSION:
Responsible for performing quality inspections on finished products.
MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Perform quality inspections on finished goods to ensure conformance to standards.
Maintain focus on reducing the number of defective product escapes.
Stay up to date on NB’s quality standards and work to ensure your alignment with inspection guidelines.
Work safely and efficiently to help ensure the department meets its key metrics.
Capture results of inspections digitally.
Deliver constructive feedback to key stakeholders around quality results.
Act as a subject matter expert and partner with other team members.
Conduct both physical and digital movements of product throughout the department.
Provide feedback on improvement opportunities and participate in improvement activities.
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:
Ability to accurately distinguish and match fine color shades for product quality inspection.
Self-motivated and able to work without constant supervision.
Ability to work well with others and contribute to a safe workplace environment.
Background in footwear and a familiarity with quality inspection is a plus.
High School diploma or general education degree (GED)/Home School equivalency preferred.
Demonstrated ability to read, write and speak English fluently; ability to match numbers/letters.
Strong verbal and written skills utilizing appropriate demeanor, proper grammar/spelling, and respectful tone to communicate clearly and effectively; professional phone demeanor.
Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
Attention to detail, learning mind-set and collaborative mindset/working style. Ability to learn and retain processes and procedures in a changing environment.
Lifting & Carrying: Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
Pushing & Pulling: Able to push and pull up to 75 lbs. safely and repeatedly.
Mobility & Endurance: Able to stand and walk on concrete surfaces for 8+ hours per day, with regular bending, reaching, twisting, crouching, and other dynamic movements.
Climbing: Able to climb ladders up to 12 feet, where applicable.
Stair Navigation & Elevated Work: Able to go up and down stairs and work at elevated heights, including on a mezzanine level up to 20 feet, where applicable.
Regular Associate Benefits
Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks – opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs – that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally. You’ll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword – it’s part of our culture.
Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount.
Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount.
Equal Opportunity Employer
New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates and takes affirmative action to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran.
