Full-Time
Quality Engineering Associate
Posted on 10/2/2025
Ruggable
201-500 employees
Direct-to-consumer seller of washable rugs
Compensation Overview
$85k - $100k/yr
No H1B Sponsorship
Los Angeles, CA, USA
In Person
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- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Textile Science, or a related field (advanced degree a plus) OR similar industry experience
- 2+ years of experience in product testing, quality assurance, or regulatory compliance
- Strong knowledge of regulatory standards and testing protocols (EU REACH, ASTM, ISO, CPSIA, etc.)
- Understanding of textile and yarn manufacturing processes and equipment (e.g., extruding, weaving, tufting, knitting, bonding, washing, finishing, etc.)
- Experience operating a product performance testing lab
- Excellent organizational and project management skills; able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams
- Conduct regulatory, safety, and performance testing for new and existing products following established protocols
- Support day-to-day operations of the testing lab, including equipment setup, calibration, scheduling, and test execution
- Execute required testing and labeling review to support global market compliance and Ruggable wholesale expansion. Escalate findings to senior team members when issues are identified
- Record test data accurately, prepare test reports, and maintain organized testing documentation for internal teams and external requests
- Compile, analyze, and interpret test and quality data using statistical tools. Identify trends, recurring issues, and potential process risks. Bonus points for familiarity with Lean Six Sigma tools
- Participate in process improvement initiatives to increase lab efficiency and reliability of test results and overall product quality metrics
- Experience working with regional Asia teams and traveling to factories in Asia/Europe
- Understanding of global regulatory requirements for home textiles for UK, EU, Australia
- Experience working with wholesale accounts
- Exposure to structured quality tools (e.g., FMEA, histograms, etc.)
Ruggable sells washable rugs through a direct-to-consumer online platform. Its patented 2-Piece Rug System lets you remove the top rug layer and machine-wash it at home, while the backing stays in place. Compared with traditional rugs, its two-piece design, wide selection, affordability, and strong brand help it stand out in the home decor market. Its goal is to simplify rug maintenance for households and businesses while expanding its direct-to-consumer channel and product lineup.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
Seed
Total Funding
$1.4M
Headquarters
Gardena, California
Founded
2017
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Nicole Otto's Nike and North Face scaling expertise accelerates operational sophistication and growth[1]
- Poland manufacturing facility reduces Western European logistics costs and improves delivery times[1]
- Strategic collaborations with Arsenal and Dogs Trust tap into passionate niche communities globally[1]
What critics are saying
- Anthropologie partnership risks commoditizing DTC brand identity and eroding higher-margin direct sales[1]
- Eight rapid-fire collaborations dilute brand coherence and train consumers to await discounted drops[1]
- Patent expiration or design-around competitors eliminate core washable-rug differentiation within 24–36 months[1]
What makes Ruggable unique
- Patented 2-piece removable, machine-washable rug system with nonslip pad technology[1]
- Omnichannel distribution through Anthropologie, designer collaborations, and direct-to-consumer channels[1]
- Premium brand positioning via partnerships with Goop, Sanderson Design Group, and Architectural Digest[1]
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Benefits
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Hybrid Work Options
Company News
Ruggable, Anthropologie team up on rug collection. The partnership includes seven tufted rugs and three doormats in varying sizes and is part of a broader distribution effort by the DTC brand. Dive brief: * DTC rug brand Ruggable has collaborated with Anthropologie on a collection of rugs and doormats that went live Wednesday, according to details emailed to Retail Dive. * Available on both the Ruggable and Anthropologie websites, as well as in Anthropologie Home Design Centers, the collection includes seven tufted rugs and three doormats. The rugs come in varying sizes and are priced between $139 and $1,449. The doormats are priced from $159 to $259. * The launch is indicative of Ruggable's broader expansion efforts, a priority of CEO Nicole Otto, who joined the brand in January after a 16-year career at Nike and two years as global brand president of The North Face. Dive insight: Ruggable's collection with Anthropologie is part of a larger strategy to broaden awareness and distribution. "Ruggable's expansion with Anthropologie represents a strategic step in meeting consumers where they naturally seek inspiration, both today and as we look ahead," Otto said in an email. "Being present in one of the most respected retail destinations in the home space allows us to introduce our washability and elevated design to consumers in a setting where they can experience the craftsmanship, texture, and quality of our rugs firsthand." Ruggable also recently collaborated with Architectural Digest on a collection curated by its global interiors and garden director, Alison Levasseur. Such collections have potential benefits for brand awareness, according to GlobalData Managing Director Neil Saunders. "The market for DTC firms remains tough although, in homewares, there has been some growth this year, which is helpful," Saunders said in an email. "The key for a firm like Ruggable is to find ways to create visibility around the brand - which a collection with Anthropologie will do. This is about standing out and creating points of interest." Founded in 2017 by Jeneva Bell, the privately held Ruggable went through a restructuring in 2023 that included the departure of 100 corporate employees. Former CEO Nathan Baldwin also left in 2023 and Ruggable did not fill the CEO role until Otto joined almost a year ago. In the past two years, Ruggable has taken steps to expand its international presence and leadership team. The company opened an international plant in Poland earlier this year to serve customers in Western Europe. Otto has also brought on new members of the executive team, including Restoration Hardware veteran Maria O'Brien as head of design, Nike alum Lauren Sherman as chief marketing officer and VF Corp. veteran Sarah Kleinmann as vice president and general manager of the Americas.
Ruggable has launched its new collection with Mrs. Alice.
Ruggable has unveiled a new collection in partnership with the Sanderson Design Group, a luxury home furnishings company based in the U.K.
GARDENA, Calif. - Ruggable has introduced its new Rustic Riveria collection, which leans into the rich history of country coastal life, according to the company.
Ruggable has appointed former Nike and The North Face executive Nicole Otto as its chief executive officer (CEO).