Product Safety Specialist

La-Z-Boy
United States, Michigan, Monroe
Nov 08, 2024
Comfort starts with our 10,000+ team members across the globe, who are transforming the power of comfort every day. Our employees have the power to change lives, in our homes, work and communities. We foster an inclusive environment while honoring a legacy built on family, where everyone can be themselves. If you are ready to join an industry leading organization where our people are the most important asset, and innovation propels us into the future, you're ready to take your seat at La-Z-Boy Incorporated. WE BELIEVE IN THE TRANSFORMATIONAL POWER OF COMFORT Job Summary: This cross-functional position leads the support efforts of product safety and compliance by executing tasks necessary to ensure component, and furniture regulatory compliance. This includes following procedures to request, evaluate, validate, and verify product compliance to Federal, state, and international furniture regulations and standards. Compliance Analyst documents testing details and results, addresses non-compliance issues that arise from third-party test results and communicates with the appropriate stakeholders as necessary to continually improve the compliance efforts within La-Z-Boy. Job Description: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Manages all chemical and flammability compliance, testing, reporting for La-Z-Boy branded product Properly evaluates and records testing from nationally recognized test labs (NRTL) for purchased parts and manufactured products as required. Maintains database of test results, certifications, and other compliance documentation for purchased parts and manufactured products. Assists in resolutions to issues related to non-compliant parts and products Ensures ongoing compliance to relevant federal and state regulations, such as FTC, EPA, CPSC, CA Prop 65, state law label and bedding licenses, etc. Works closely with Sourcing, Engineering, ESG, test lab, and International teams to ensure regulatory requirements are met and documented. Establishes and maintains competency of all related industry and internal test standards applicable to products of the Company's Incorporated and its subsidiaries. This includes maintaining an understanding of all internal standard operating procedures. Monitors state and federal regulatory entities, publications and legislations and communicates updates and changes to stakeholders. Communicates with internal and external stakeholders on customer regulatory requirements. Completes Correct and Preventative Action forms to address non-compliance reports. SCOPE & IMPACT: Communicates objectives, updates, compliance topics and other relative information to stakeholders in effort to continue to improve the safety and compliance of purchased and manufactured products provided to and by La-Z-Boy and its subsidiaries. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or GED with 2-4 years of relevant experience or equivalent Proficient in Microsoft applications (i.e. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook & Project), Education or experience with engineering, product safety, U.S./International furniture regulations. Strong written and verbal skills Trained in auditing to ISO 17025 PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: 4+ years direct experience in a specific field of furniture safety or compliance Significant experience in more than one field of furniture safety, compliance, stewardship, and/or testing. Familiarity with furniture construction, textiles, or small electronic products. Experience working with Sourcing, Procurement, Quality, Engineering and/or Product Safety and Compliance SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT: Often required to sit, repetitive hand motion (such as typing), hear, listen, talk, stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, squat, balance, reach overhead, crawl, pill, push and lift - up to 50 pounds. Seldom required to climb stairs, climb ladders or Lift up to 75 pounds. Not required to shovel. OUR PURPOSE: We are La-Z-Boy Incorporated. Get comfortable with taking your work personally. Get comfortable with uncompromising quality. Get comfortable with caring about your colleagues and the consumers we serve. When people are comfortable, they are free to be themselves; to be fearless. When people are comfortable, they put others at ease and are more welcoming to different people and perspectives. When people are comfortable, they collaborate in meaningful ways. Being comfortable brings out the best in us. *We believe in the transformational power of comfort* OUR VALUES: Courage - We aren't afraid to try something new We are results oriented and can-do hard things. We do what is right. We challenge the status quo. Curiosity - We are relentless in our mission to understand our business and consumers We ask questions and explore every opportunity. We embrace change. We test and learn. Compassion - We honor our almost 100-year legacy that was built on family We lead with empathy in support of each other, our consumers and our communities. We foster an inclusive environment. We believe in positive intent. OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the incumbent for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: At La-Z-Boy Incorporated, we're an equal opportunity employer. We understand that our employees' diverse backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and viewpoints add value to our ability to create and deliver the best possible service, quality products, and is of upmost importance as we work together to build comfort. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. We are committed to fostering an environment in which all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to do their best work and bring great ideas to the table. If you are a qualified individual that may need a change or adjustment to the application/interviewing/hiring process as a result of your disability, you may request a reasonable accommodations by emailing our recruiting team at recruiting@la-z-boy.com or by calling 734-242-1444.