Quality Assurance Testing Engineer

TieTalent; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that values hard work and growth. In this full-time role, you will be instrumental in developing and conducting product performance testing for private label products. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance with established standards while maintaining a safe and efficient lab environment. Your expertise in quality assurance testing and effective communication will help address quality issues and enhance product performance. If you're passionate about making a difference in the footwear industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Minimum six years of related work experience in testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and assist in product performance testing functions.
• Ensure testing is conducted within established timelines.
• Communicate test data and results to relevant stakeholders.

Skills

Quality Assurance Testing Techniques

Knowledge of Test Methods

Understanding Federal Agency Regulations

Basic Mathematical Skills

Decision-Making Ability

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Effective Communication Skills

Background in Footwear Materials

Understanding of Footwear Production

Flexibility to Work Irregular Hours

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Relevant Field

Tools

AS 400

Microsoft Office

Job description

About

Come work at a place where we take pride in creating a workplace environment that values hard work, commitment, and growth.

Education

Job Description:
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field of study or equivalent years of related work experience required, preferably in a 3rd party testing company or ISA-PS company.

Work Experience

Minimum six years of related work experience required, preferably in a 3rd party testing company or ISA-PS company.

Attendance

Regular attendance required.

Skills & Abilities

• High level of knowledge of quality assurance testing techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of test methods and product performance testing requirements for shoes, components, upper and sole materials.
• Understanding and ability to interpret Federal Agency Regulations (CFRs, FTC, CPSC / CPSIA, AATCC / ASTM / SATRA).
• Basic reading, writing, mathematical, and measurement skills; ability to follow instructions.
• Decision-making ability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, AS 400, and email software.
• Effective communication skills at all organizational levels.
• Background in non-textile merchandise, footwear materials, construction, and manufacturing methods.
• Understanding of footwear factory production and processing.
• Hearing and vision capability to perform job duties.
• Effective listening, speaking, and writing skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Some Duties

• Develop and assist in product performance testing functions for private label products.
• Ensure testing is conducted within established timelines following relevant standards.
• Maintain acceptable turnaround times.
• Write, publish, and maintain product performance standards and specifications.
• Serve as a key contact for product performance and testing issues.
• Collaborate with product development and sourcing teams on testing requirements.
• Communicate test data and results to relevant stakeholders.
• Address quality issues promptly by working with vendors and internal teams.
• Conduct in-house and third-party testing, follow up on results, and communicate status.
• Perform comparative testing of national brand merchandise.
• Document test results and maintain testing records and databases.
• Communicate with QA management regarding testing issues.
• Coordinate with the compliance department to include safety standards.
• Maintain testing equipment and logs.
• Train new lab technicians and maintain training records.
• Participate in seminars and training on QA initiatives.
• Conduct laboratory tours for visitors.
• Ensure laboratory and equipment are maintained and in testing condition.
• Maintain a safe, clean working environment.
• Travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Additional Requirements

Learn company policies, procedures, and safety rules. Duties may change, and additional responsibilities may be assigned.

Employment Details

Full-time position.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Location

Texas, United States

Work Experience

QA

Languages

English