Quality Tester- Internal

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ZLINE Kitchen is looking for a detail-oriented Quality Tester to join our Quality Assurance team. The Quality Tester plays a critical role in ensuring that every product that carries the ZLINE name meets our high standards — before, during, and after production. Your existing knowledge of our products, processes, and customers gives you a strong foundation for success in this role. No prior QA title is required — what matters is your attention to detail, your commitment to doing things right, and your ability to speak up when something isn't.

About zline

Who are we?

ZLINE Kitchen and Bath is a family-owned appliance company based in Reno, Nevada, with additional locations in Tennessee and Ohio.

ZLINE provides an elevated luxury experience with industry-leading kitchen appliances and bath fixtures at an attainable price.

Each collection is meticulously designed and shipped in the United States, and we are proud to be a progressive

American company that supports local communities through hiring locally and giving back.We’ve become a household name in the luxury appliance industry, partnering with The Home Depot, Lowe’s, Costco, and Wayfair, among many reputable dealers and retailers nationwide, to market and sell luxury appliances such as range hoods, refrigerators, dishwashers, and ranges.

We’re known for our attention to detail and commitment to our customers and employees alike.

We believe in innovation and honest business, and we’re proud of the products we create, the services we offer, and the team that makes the ZLINE Attainable Luxury® experience possible.

ZLINE is forging its own path—will you help us tell our story?

We are a four-time (2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025) Certified Great Place To Work®.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final product inspections according to established quality standards
• Identify, document, and report non-conforming products and escalate issues appropriately
• Conduct visual and functional inspections of kitchen appliances and components
• Verify packaging integrity and accuracy of product labeling before shipment
• Complete inspection records, checklists, and quality logs with accuracy and consistency
• Communicate defects and quality findings clearly to QA management and cross-functional teams
• Assist in root cause analysis when recurring quality issues are identified
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by flagging patterns and suggesting process changes

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe inspection area

• We’re Looking For Strong attention to detail and a genuine commitment to product quality
• Experience verifying shipments for accuracy, condition, or compliance in Shipping or Receiving Basic knowledge of AQL sampling, ISO standards, or quality management concepts

Prior experience completing quality checklists or inspection logs

• You’ll Gain A career path within the Quality Assurance department
• Opportunity to directly impact the quality and reputation of ZLINE products

Requirements

• Ability to identify visual defects, dimensional issues, and functional failures

Clear written and verbal communication skills

• Comfortable using inspection tools, checklists, and basic computer systems Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to learn quality standards, testing procedures, and inspection methods

Preferred Experience (not required)

• Familiarity with product defect types seen in Customer Service or Warranty claims
• Training on ZLINE quality standards, inspection techniques, and QA processes Cross-functional exposure to manufacturing, engineering, and product development teams

Pay

Starting at $45,000+ annually DOE Pay dates are bi-weekly

Benefits

• Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm with a 30-minute lunch
• Benefits are available to all full-time employees after 90 days

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• Company 401k match at 6% Access to a Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account Professional development assistance
• Paid time off Get in on the ground floor
• Ample opportunity for advancement; we want to see you grow Dog-friendly office space … because dogs make everything better, right?
• ZLINE makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
• Check out our website and social media to learn more about ZLINE: zlinekitchen.com Instagram Youtube LinkedIn X Facebook Pinterest

EEO ZLINE Kitchen and Bath, LLC is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.