Quality Engineering Associate

The Quality Assurance Engineering Associate reporting to the Quality Manager of Distribution & Logistics is responsible for supporting the Mattel quality and compliance standards throughout the manufacturing/operations processes at Mattel in order to ensure that the customers expectations are met and only pristine compliant active products go back into inventory.

What Your Impact Will Be:

• Perform inspections and audit internal production/processes within established procedures and guidelines to determine acceptability of product based on knowledge of companys quality standards.
• Document all inspection results in proper computer locations in a timely and accurate manner (EQMS- Enterprise Quality Management System).
• Track and follow up with supervisor on 100% inspection progress and workload.
• Assist in processing quality related customer returns as needed
• Cross-train to assist in other departments as needed.
• Maintain QC sample inventory and distribute QC samples to the DCs. 
• Communicate and document non-compliance findings appropriately and within a set timeline. 
• Perform minor rework and/or repackaging of rejected products.
• Communicate quality findings to the various Floor Supervisors and summarize in a written report.

Qualifications :

What Were Looking For:

• Developed math and reading skills  
• Effective problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work with teams in different locations
• General computer efficiency
• Attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team player
• Ability to be flexible and work overtime to meet the needs of the business.  
• Lift 30 lbs. on a frequent basis and up to 50 lbs. on occasion.
• Stand and/or walk on concrete floors 8-10 hours a day. Able to stand / walk for extended periods of time
• Perform tasks which include continuously pulling pushing grasping bending and reaching.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish not required but beneficial

Additional Information :

What Its Like to Work Here:

We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower the next generation to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

• We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
• We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
• We execute: We are a performance driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best in class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Who We Are:

Mattel is a leading global toy company and owner of one of the strongest catalogs of childrens and family entertainment franchises in the world. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire entertain and develop children through play. We engage consumers through our portfolio of iconic brands including Barbie Hot Wheels Fisher-Price American Girl Thomas & Friends UNO and MEGA as well as other popular intellectual properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include film and television content gaming music and live events. We operate in 35 locations and our products are available in more than 150 countries in collaboration with the worlds leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945 Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering children to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattel is recognized as a Great Place to Work and as one of Fast Companys Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2022.

Visit us at  is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers including minorities females veterans military spouses individuals with disabilities and those of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment. 

Videos to watch:
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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time