About Gibson

Gibson Homewares is the nation's leading producer of dinnerware, cookware, cutlery, tools, and gadgets - all the essentials needed for prep, cooking, dining, and entertaining.

For over 40 years and spanning four generations as a respected and trusted family-owned company, Gibson Homewares has developed a portfolio of brands across multiple categories. Based in Los Angeles, Gibson is known for delivering product lines with style and value for the global retail marketplace. Gibson's legacy brands include Gibson Elite, Gibson Home, and Soho Lounge. In addition, Gibson is a driving force behind global brands such as Martha Stewart, Babish, Kenmore, Crockpot, Oster, Mr. Coffee, Sur La Table and Peanuts.

At Gibson, PEOPLE ARE THE #1 PRIORITY. Gibson is always looking for new talent to join our growing team.

For more information, visit us at http://www.gibsonhomewares.com

Job Title: Product Testing Specialist

Product Testing Responsibilities:

• Manage the Product Testing function for all consumer products.
• Initiate testing with labs, follow up on sample dispatch and reporting.
• Manage testing costs and invoicing.
• Oversee logistics of testing sample submission.
• Support Product Development by specifying and meeting regulatory compliance in the Development stage.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for documenting the Testing process in Oracle.
• Develop Corrective Actions Plans (CAP) and Corrective and Preventative Action Plans (CAPA) as required.
• Collaborate with Marketing to review/approve all collateral, including product labeling and artwork ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate Testing sample requirements, and required compliance dates with factories, regional managers and Gibson Quality team.
• Maintain credentials, email circulation lists in customer and Gibson regulatory space.

Product Testing Requirements:

• Los Angeles based, in-office M-F, office located 9 miles East of downtown Los Angeles
• Bachelor's degree, Applied Science, or relevant degree with background in research methods
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience in Consumer Product Testing, in hard goods, or apparel.
• Understanding of FDA, CA Prop 65, and EU Food standards is a plus.
• Experience in color approvals (from Fabrics or Printing industry) is also a plus.
• Bilingual English/Mandarin preferred, not required.
• Oracle ERP experience, nice to have.
• Understanding of product lifecycle time management.

We offer competitive salary and full benefits package. Please send resume to Bill Beyer, Sr. Manager Talent Acquisition at billb@gibsonusa.com.