Quality and EHS Audit Specialist - 1st Shift

Description

The Quality and EHS Audit Specialist is responsible for ensuring compliance with quality standards and environmental, health, and safety (EHS) regulations. This role conducts inspections and audits of materials, production processes, and finished goods, documenting non-conformances and supporting corrective actions. The specialist assists in maintaining quality management system (QMS) documentation, performs product testing, and ensures proper calibration of quality equipment. Additionally, they conduct safety audits, monitor EHS programs, and support emergency response planning. They collaborate with teams to drive a culture of quality and safety, provide training as needed, and maintain accurate records and reports related to quality and EHS performance. 

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Demonstrate the Core Values of Comfort Research in daily actions, execution of tasks, and interactions with others.
•  Perform inspections and audits of incoming materials, in-process production, and finished goods to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Document and report non-conformances, working with production teams to implement corrective actions.
• Assist in maintaining and updating quality management (QMS) documentation and rolling out new quality program requirements.
• Conduct testing and analysis of products using specified tools and techniques.
• Support calibration and maintenance of quality equipment and tools.
• Conduct regular safety audits and workplace inspections to identify and mitigate hazards.
• Assist in the implementation and monitoring of EHS programs, policies, and procedures.
• Promote and ensure adherence to all OSHA and environmental compliance regulations.
• Participate in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
• Support emergency response team including planning, safety drills, and readiness assessments.
• Provide training to employees on Quality and EHS practices and procedures when needed.
• Communicate findings and possible recommendations from audits, inspections, and investigations to relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote a culture of quality and safety. 
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, audits, incidents, and training activities. 
• Prepare and submit reports related to quality and EHS metrics as required. 
• Support Operations team in shared goals and initiatives. 
• Other duties as assigned by leadership.

OUR AWESOME BENEFITS

Here at Comfort Research, we believe that the health and well-being of our Ambassadors and their families is critical to their success in the workplace. Comfort Research offers a generous benefits program that includes:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan that begins accruing upon hire for eligible Ambassadors
• Culture Awards program with opportunities to win cash prizes or extra PTO in addition to company-wide recognition
• Several paid holidays throughout the year
• Employee Assistance Program
• Growing family bonus & extra PTO for new parents
• Referral Bonus program
• 401(k) program with generous company match
• A variety of health insurance plans to choose from with company contributions to premiums
• Dental, vision, and other ancillary insurance coverages available
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability coverage
• Company-paid Life Insurance policy
• Free product allowances & product discounts

WHO WE ARE

Comfort Research is leading the furniture industry in innovative and affordable design and manufacturing. We’ve listened to the growing demand for quality, modern, leading-edge furniture and have responded with a bang! Today, you can find our products at all your favorite retailers, like Walmart, Meijer, Bed, Bath & Beyond, and Amazon (to name a few). But that’s just the beginning. We’re on our way to realizing our dream of becoming the "Best Known Brand in Furniture” and we’re pretty excited about it.

As we’ve grown, we’ve continued to be recognized as a Great Place to Work—and we’ve remained committed to building a positive culture and creating dynamic, fun atmosphere. We believe in hard work and we live by our core values of: Finding A Better Way, Doing the Right Thing, and Expecting the Best from Each Other and Ourselves. At Comfort Research, the pace is fast, the work is anything but boring, and the result is always more Comfort for All.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certification preferred.
• 5 years of overall Manufacturing experience; internal candidates need to be in Op III positions or above to be considered.
• An essential skill is effectively communicating with influence and supporting team members in following processes and procedures.
• Previous experience in quality assurance and/or EHS roles in a manufacturing or industrial environment is a plus.
• Familiarity with quality standards and safety regulations is desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes and protocols.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for training and collaboration.
• Proficiency in using basic office software (e.g., Microsoft Office) and quality tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers)