Product Standards Specialist

Bob's Discount Furniture•Aberdeen, MD

1d•$70,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Product Standards Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring all products meet Bob’s quality, safety, and compliance expectations. This position partners closely with Product Development, Manufacturing, Sourcing, Merchandising and Quality teams to establish standards, conduct testing and inspections, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This role is based in one of Bob’s Distribution Centers ( Aberdeen, MD) and will require domestic and some international travel to supplier sites and manufacturing facilities. The environment is fast-paced and hands-on, with responsibilities spanning office, warehouse, and field settings. What You’ll Bring to Bob’s At Bob’s Discount Furniture, we value the unique skills and experiences each candidate brings. Success in this role is driven by a combination of technical product expertise, quality-focused problem-solving, collaboration across teams, and a commitment to continuous improvement. If you enjoy working cross-functionally to elevate product standards and ensure excellence, this is a great opportunity to make an impact.

Requirements

High School diploma required; Bachelor’s degree in Quality Assurance, Engineering, Product Development, or related field preferred
Minimum of 3 years of experience in product quality assurance, standards development, or related role within the furniture industry
Experience with product inspections, testing, compliance, and safety regulations
Proficiency in furniture manufacturing processes and quality assurance practices
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and move throughout distribution centers and stores
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. independently and up to 100 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation
Ability to perform job functions in office, warehouse, and field environments

Nice To Haves

Experience working with domestic and international QA/QC teams
Familiarity with quality management systems and tools
Strong project ownership and ability to manage multiple priorities
Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
High attention to detail and organizational excellence

Responsibilities

Product Standards Development: Ability to establish, document, and implement quality standards, specifications, testing protocols, and inspection criteria
Quality Assurance & Testing: Experience conducting product inspections, analyzing results, and ensuring compliance with internal and regulatory standards
Regulatory & Safety Compliance: Strong understanding of applicable safety standards and ability to ensure adherence across products
Furniture Construction Knowledge: Expertise in case goods and soft goods, including materials, manufacturing processes, and packaging standards. Preferred knowledge and experience in furniture electronics and electrical components.
Data Analysis & Problem Solving: Ability to interpret test results, identify root causes, and drive corrective actions
Continuous Improvement: Experience identifying quality gaps and leading improvement initiatives, including closed-loop corrective action processes
Supplier Quality Management: Ability to partner with suppliers, conduct audits, and ensure material and production compliance
Documentation & Reporting: Strong skills in maintaining detailed records and presenting quality insights to leadership

Benefits

Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick leave, holidays, and your birthday
401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with a generous company match
Pet Insurance and employer-paid Life Insurance options
Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and career growth opportunities
Employee Discount starting on Day 1, plus exclusive partner discounts

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