Quality Solutions Specialist

Steelcase

The Role

Overview

Investigate product quality issues, resolve customer concerns, and drive continuous improvement in textiles.

Key Responsibilities

  • lean improvement
  • quality testing
  • supplier coordination
  • inventory control
  • data documentation
  • customer resolution

Tasks

-Driving continuous improvement initiatives using lean methodologies and structured problem-solving approaches. -Providing cross-functional guidance on quality standards, training tools, and best practices to enhance operational efficiency. -Investigating product quality issues through testing, inspection, and root cause analysis to ensure accurate and timely resolutions. -Coordinating with suppliers to manage product replacements, issue chargebacks, and ensure compliance with quality standards. -Managing non-conforming inventory in partnership with inspectors to maintain smooth material flow and minimize disruptions. -Collaborating with sales and coordination teams to resolve escalated customer concerns, including warranty claims and freight damage. -Documenting findings and maintaining detailed records using systems like Epicor and UPS call tags to support resolution and accountability.

Requirements

  • bachelor’s degree
  • lean methodologies
  • epicor
  • project management
  • customer service
  • analytical

What You Bring

-Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and provide internal consulting on quality standards. -Ability to manage multiple priorities and learn new technology tools. -Strong customer service skills with textile product and application knowledge. -Experience in the textile, quality, engineering, or communication industries. -Solid analytical, organizational, and decision-making abilities. -Bachelor’s degree required. -Knowledge of lean methodologies and structured problem-solving approaches. -Effective written and verbal communication skills. -Understanding of installation and material application processes in manufacturing environments. -Familiarity with lean thinking and project management concepts. -Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and guide others. -Familiarity with systems like Epicor and UPS call tags for documentation and resolution tracking.

The Company

About Steelcase

-Focus on creating innovative workplace solutions that improve collaboration and productivity. -Transformed into a leader in office furniture design. -Specializes in crafting solutions for commercial and residential environments, offering everything from office furniture to complete workspace solutions. -Worked on projects with major organizations to redesign offices that foster creativity, flexibility, and well-being. -Known for cutting-edge research and development, driving innovation in the furniture and workspace design industry. -Approach combines design thinking with deep insights into how people interact in work environments. -Products characterized by ergonomic designs, sustainability, and attention to user-centric functionality. -Delivers tailored solutions to businesses across multiple sectors through a global network. -Constantly experimenting with new materials and technologies to stay ahead in the evolving workplace landscape.

Sector Specialisms

Office

Workplace

Learning

Health

Residential

Commercial

Furniture

Architectural

Sustainable Workplace

Workplace Surveys

Facilities Management

Furniture Procurement