Quality and EHS Audit Specialist

Comfort Research; Marshall Heights (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Company holidays

401(k) with company match

Health insurance plans

Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Product allowances

Job summary

Comfort Research is seeking a quality and EHS-focused professional to join our manufacturing team in a hands-on role focused on quality assurance, safety, and process improvement. You will perform inspections, audits, document non-conformances, and help implement corrective actions while supporting QMS documentation and new program rollouts.

You will conduct product testing, calibrate equipment, participate in safety audits, and train employees on quality and EHS practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; technical certification preferred.
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience; Op III or above for internal candidates.
• Effective communication with influence and supporting team members.
• Experience in quality assurance and/or EHS in manufacturing.
• Familiarity with quality standards and safety regulations.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for training and collaboration.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic quality tools.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate Comfort Research core values in daily actions.
• Perform inspections of incoming materials, in-process production, and finished goods.
• Document and report non-conformances and drive corrective actions.
• Assist in maintaining QMS documentation and rolling out new quality programs.
• Conduct testing and analysis of products using specified tools.
• Support calibration and maintenance of quality equipment and tools.
• Conduct safety audits and workplace inspections to mitigate hazards.
• Promote adherence to OSHA and environmental regulations.
• Participate in incident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Support the emergency response team, including planning and drills.
• Provide training on Quality and EHS practices when needed.
• Communicate findings to stakeholders and collaborate cross-functionally.
• Maintain records of inspections, audits, incidents, and training activities.
• Prepare and submit reports related to quality and EHS metrics.
• Support Operations team in shared goals and initiatives.
• Have fun!
• Other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Quality assurance

EHS

Communication

Attention to detail

Training

Interpersonal skills

Office software

Quality tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certification preferred

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Description

POSITION DETAILS

• Shift Times: 7:00AM - 3:30PM, M-F
• Pay Schedule: Weekly

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 the 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.
• HAVE FUN!
• 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).