Quality Compliance Specialist

WHO WE ARE:

Headquartered in Shelby Township, Michigan, Warrior Sports is recognized as one of the sporting goods industry’s premier manufacturers of innovative, high-performance, cutting-edge equipment, footwear, and apparel for lacrosse and hockey athletes of all ages and abilities.

Founded in 1992, Warrior was acquired by privately held New Balance Athletic Shoe, Inc. in February 2004. The 2007 acquisition of Boston-based Brine Sporting Goods further established Warrior Sports as the dominant force in the lacrosse and hockey world.

Position Summary:

Join our team to ensure athletes play safely and confidently with equipment that meets the highest quality and safety standards. As a Quality Compliance Specialist, you will play a key role in regulatory testing, supplier quality assurance, and product inspection for hockey and lacrosse equipment. This position combines hands-on quality checks with cross-functional collaboration to maintain compliance and drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform day-to-day quality inspections based on established criteria.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards for hockey and lacrosse equipment.
• Support achievement of industry certifications (e.g., NOCSAE).
• Monitor supplier compliance with Warrior quality standards.
• Write standardized work procedures and maintain accurate documentation.
• Assist in creating quality alerts, corrective actions (CARs), and preventive actions (PARs).

• Contribute to the development of quality control plans and manufacturing readiness plans.
• Work with internal teams on new product planning and customization projects.

• Assist in production problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Follow all company policies and safety standards.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Plant Manager or delegate.

Qualifications:

• Basic understanding of quality control principles and safety standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; general computer skills required.
• Ability to use measurement tools (force gauge, height gauge).
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
• Willingness to learn and work in a cross-functional team environment.

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years of experience in quality assurance, compliance, or manufacturing preferred.

Physical Demands:

• Standing, walking, and bending: Frequently
• Lifting over 10 lbs: Frequently
• Lifting up to 75 lbs: Occasionally
• Kneeling: Occasionally
• Sitting: Frequently

Why Join Us?

At Warrior, we’re passionate about creating innovative sporting goods that keep athletes safe and performing at their best. You’ll be part of a collaborative team that values quality, safety, and continuous improvement. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and the chance to make an impact in the sports industry.

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. Warrior offers a robust and low-cost benefits package, which includes:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan with 100% match on the first 5% of contributions
• Paid parental leave
• Fitness reimbursement
• 4 weeks of paid time off
• Paid holidays
• New Balance/Warrior/Brine employee discount

OTHER PERKS:

• Cultural emphasis on associate growth and development.
• We love to promote from within when possible. Most of our associates have been promoted to new positions or have grown their positions several times with Warrior.
• Comprehensive performance appraisal program that promotes a positive approach to providing feedback and facilitating professional development, as well as an annual compensation review.
• High impact, collaborative environment, in which every person in every position directly influences our success.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Warrior 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.