Quality Specialist

At YETI we believe that time spent outdoors matters more than ever and our gear can make that time extraordinary. When you work here youll have the opportunity to create exceptional meaningful work and problem solve with innovative team members by your side. Together youll help our customers get the high-quality gear they need to make the most of their adventures. We are BUILT FOR THE WILD.

The Quality Specialist will be responsible for conducting quality control inspections of in-process and pre-shipment products at local facilities. This includes visual & dimensional evaluations functional testing as applicable and packaging & labeling verification. The Quality Specialist will work closely with the Supplier Quality Engineer to ensure clear and accurate communication of inspection results and opportunities for improvement of the product and inspection processes.

Responsibilities :

Conduct onsite pre-shipment inspections at local facilities and / or abroad when required

Perform product and process audits as requested on items manufactured by the supplier

Conduct finished goods (out of box) product inspections as required

Provide timely detailed reports and photographic evidence of product packaging labeling defects noted etc. for all product or pre-shipment inspections performed

Document inspection activities by completing reports and logs

Perform audits on supplier inspections to ensure supplier compliance with documented QMS and product quality controls

Collaborate with (Sr.) Supplier Quality Engineers to facilitate necessary quality improvements within supplier environments

Request and facilitate the review and follow-up of corrective actions taken to resolve any product defects identified during product audits and inspections

Work with global cross-functional teams within YETI and ensure stakeholders are involved with supplier quality and development

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Attributes :

Bachelors degree or equivalent in Engineering or related degree (e.g. Mechanical Textile Material Science)

0-2 years of working experience in supplier quality inspection within a global environment

Must be fluent in English with excellent written and communication skills local language is a norm and Mandarin is a plus

Must have experience using manual inspection equipment (e.g. micrometers vernier calipers angle / height gages etc.)

Must have ability to read and interpret engineering drawings material lists and inspection standards

An additional advantage if familiar with common international certifications (ISO9001 IATF16949 ISO22000 etc.) and related quality tools and methodologies including FMEAs Control Plans SPC & Control Charts and DMAIC A3 and 8D

Strong problem-solving skills and experience with the following processes (PPAP SPC Pareto 5W Is / Is Not Fishbone)

Working knowledge of various Microsoft office and conferencing apps including Teams SharePoint Outlook Excel etc.

Previous experience conducting process and product audits

Ability to work well in independent and group problem-solving situations

Effective communication skills intense sense of urgency and must be willing to take initiative to drive for solutions

Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through

Must be able to meet deadlines within a global environment and able to work independently with minimal supervision

Strong teamwork with ability to collaborate within global environments where teams may be dispersed

Relocation applicable based on candidate experience

Successful candidate must be willing to travel (25%) domestically and internationally to supplier locations and work onsite

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Benefits & Perks :

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YETI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Our commitment to creating a diverse equitable and inclusive culture is at the center of everything we do for our employees. We embrace all applicants looking to bring their authentic selves to YETI and contribute to our mission of keeping the wild WILD. Find out more about our commitment to DE&I at applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individuals race color sex gender identity gender expression religion age national origin or ancestry citizenship physical or mental disability medical condition family care status marital status sexual orientation genetic information military or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal state or local laws.

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Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Quality Assurance,FDA Regulations,Data Collection,Food Safety Experience,ISO 9001,Mobile Devices,Root cause Analysis,Quality Systems,OSHA,Food Processing,Quality Management,cGMP

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1