Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician

Gabriella White • Pelham, AL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician maintains laboratory equipment and quality standards by conducting testing for the Design and Operations teams. The role processes and evaluates test specimens, maintains laboratory equipment and documentation, and partners with the Quality Assurance team to identify root causes and uphold customer quality expectations.

Gabriella White is a family-owned and operated company founded in 1987 and home to the Gabby, Summer Classics, and Wendy Jane brands. It is a manufacturer and retailer of luxury furniture and accessories.

The position works indoors in a quality lab within a warehouse or plant environment. Noise is usually moderate to high, stress alternates between moderate and high, and there is some exposure to temperature extremes and dust. Safety is a condition of employment and every employee is responsible for working safely.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two or more years of Quality Lab experience required.
• Strong knowledge of applicable laboratory equipment.
• Detail-oriented, with strong attention to accuracy.
• Work safely and help ensure others do not put themselves or others at risk.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design, Statistics, Material Management, Quality Assurance, Engineering, or Chemistry preferred.
• Furniture industry experience preferred.
• ISO Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with new product inspections, special projects, and lab testing, including updating hours for lab machines.
• Process test specimens by unpacking new tests, preparing initial documentation, mounting and exposing specimens in the test chamber, reviewing samples at specified intervals, and taking digital photographs.
• Create test documentation and update spreadsheets and reports; maintain log sheets; perform evaluations and create daily progress reports.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, particularly UV and Salt Spray machines, according to the maintenance schedule, including servicing the Q-Fog booth with saltwater as needed.
• Use a daily calendar to perform scheduled tasks and calibrate sensors in the QUV booth.
• Consult, communicate, and provide recommendations to Design and Operations teams as necessary.
• Create and maintain a finish panel library.
• Assist with Quality Alert and Quality Chargeback procedures.
• Understand the Returns Process and support the Quality Assurance team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive health, dental, and vision plans.
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability.
• 401(k) plan with company match after 12 months.
• Employee Assistance Program and Chaplain Services to support mental and emotional well-being.
• Paid sick leave, vacation, holidays, and parental time.
• Generous employee product purchase discount.

What This Job Offers

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