Product Quality Control Inspector II

Who We Are: Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today. Work schedule: Monday to Friday - 7:00am to 3:30 pm. JOB MISSION: The Distribution Center Quality Inspector will be responsible for performing quality inspections on finished products from our manufacturing facilities. You will be part of a team of quality inspectors focused on reducing the amount of defective product generated and working to prevent defective product from escaping to the customer. You will stay up to date on New Balance’s quality standards and work to ensure that you are aligned with other quality inspectors across the organization. You will have to work safely and efficiently to help ensure that the department meets its goals for key metrics. You will need to be a team player and show flexibility in a department that is looking to continuously improve. MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES: • Perform quality inspections on finished goods to ensure conformance to standards. • Capture results of inspections digitally. • Deliver constructive feedback to key stakeholders around quality results. • Act as a subject matter expert and partner with other team members or temporary associates on special projects. • Conduct both physical and digital movements of product throughout the department. • Provide feedback on improvement opportunities and participate in improvement activities within the department. • Perform other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS: • Background in footwear and a familiarity with quality requirements is a plus. • Basic computer skills including the ability to work in standard MS Office Programs (Excel, Outlook, Word). • Ability to lift up to 40lbs regularly and stand for long periods of time. • Self-motivated and capable of completing work without constant supervision. • Ability to work well with others and contribute to a safe workplace environment. Salt Lake City, UT Distribution Center Only Pay Range: $18.70 - $23.35 - $28.05 Hourly (actual base pay varying based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, internal equity, geographic location, and more.) Regular Associate Benefits Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks – opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs – that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally. You’ll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword – it’s part of our culture. Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount. Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount. Equal Opportunity Employer New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates and takes affirmative action to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran. At New Balance, our job is to aid athletes in their pursuit of excellence, whether that means helping professional athletes set records and win medals, or propelling everyday athletes to achieve a new PR, run their first 5K or just to live a more healthy and active lifestyle. Our products are the perfect blend of function and fashion, giving you the performance technology you need and the style you want. Our associates around the world bring these goals to life with their high-level skills and creativity. While we offer the best product on the market, we’re also equally committed to giving back. So while we look to succeed, we believe in ensuring others have the same opportunity.