Manufacturing Quality Control Specialist

The Container Store Inc. • Coppell, TX

21h • Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Control Specialist is responsible for inspecting materials and products for accuracy and quality. This position ensures all materials for each install is with the correct job and ready for the next day’s installs. This is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt position.

Established in 1978, The Container Store has grown to be the leading specialty retailer of storage and organization products in the United States and the only national retailer solely devoted to the category. We provide creative, multifunctional, customizable storage and organization solutions that help our customers save time, save space and improve the quality of their lives. We foster a culture built around our Foundation Principles, which define how we approach our relationships with our vendors, customers and communities and influence every aspect of our business.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• A minimum of 2 years experience and/or training in a manufacturing setting; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Ability to communicate and understand job instructions both verbally and written in the English language.
• Based in Elmhurst, IL
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and a safe manner
• Ability to pass background checks and investigations due to foreign, federal, state and local regulations; based on position responsibility and sensitivity, periodic check and reinvestigations may be performed
• Is committed to working scheduled hours and has the flexibility to work additional hours based on changing business needs
• Knowledge of industry business and passion for following trends in the industry
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a professional manner, both orally and in writing, at all levels within and outside the organization
• Ability to quickly separate the mission-critical tasks from the lower priority tasks; focuses on the most value-added projects of the day or week
• Flexible, with a positive attitude and passion for knowledge
• Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to successfully manage multiple projects at once
• Possesses focused attention to detail while working quickly and accurately under pressure
• Makes strategic and effective decisions in the best interest of our customers and our company, taking care to objectively process information

Responsibilities

• Inspects quality on manufactured and purchased materials for each job
• Utilizes cut lists and/or drawings to insure that finished parts are correct size and color
• Reviews production folders to ensure all areas have confirmed completion of finished products (e.g., doors/drawers, bar/rail)
• Ensures all materials for each job are placed in appropriate bays
• Evaluates quality issues within production department and assists management with recommendations for corrective action.
• Detects and reports defective materials or questionable conditions to management
• Stacks cut materials properly, in accordance with established production guidelines for height
• Works within established time guidelines and cycle times
• Adheres to company safety guidelines: Wearing of safety glasses, Wearing ear plugs
• Contributes to the successfulness of the department.
• Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment
• Contributes to a clean and safe Manufacturing site
• Consistently arrives promptly to work the assigned schedule
• Responsible for maintaining discretion related to all confidential/sensitive company and customer information
• Performs other requested tasks and duties

Benefits

• Competitive health, dental, and vision plans
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with optional investment guidance and assistance offered through Fidelity.
• Competitive sick pay and PTO plan
• Basic life insurance
• Disability insurance options
• Accident insurance
• Critical illness insurance
• Hospital indemnity insurance
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Parental leave policies
• Adoption and surrogacy assistance
• Fertility & maternity support program
• Paid holidays
• Gym membership discounts
• Qualified transportation benefits program
• Hefty discount on our amazing products, including merchandise, custom spaces, and services
• Gift cards
• Pet insurance
• Service awards
• Retirement gifts
• Recognition for exemplifying core principles
• Recognition for exceptional daily contributions
• Participation in Employee Resource and Affinity Groups

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED