Quality Control Associate

Job Overview:
The Quality Control Associate plays a critical role within the Production team, serving as the final checkpoint in the production process. The role ensures that all garments meet the company’s quality standards before reaching customers or stockists.

Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Conduct thorough quality checks on garments at various stages of production. Assess stitching, finishing, color accuracy, sizing, and overall construction. Identify and flag defects such as uneven dye patterns, fabric damage, incorrect trims, poor workmanship, or missing labels. 2. Monitor dyed fabrics to ensure alignment with approved color and pattern standards. Detect inconsistencies early and communicate promptly with the dye team for corrective action. 3. Maintain accurate quality control records, including defect logs and inspection reports. Track recurring issues and document findings for continuous improvement. Provide regular reports to the Production Lead highlighting trends and potential bottlenecks. 4. Provide timely and constructive feedback to tailors, dyers, and production staff. Support troubleshooting efforts and recommend practical solutions to prevent recurrence of quality issues. 5. Perform final inspections to ensure garments are properly pressed, labeled, and packaged in line with brand standards. Verify readiness of products for delivery or shipment. 6. Identify opportunities to reduce recurring defects and improve production efficiency. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives through attention to detail and proactive problem-solving. Additional Responsibilities: Perform any other duties as assigned to support production operations and overall business objectives.

Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree, HND, or equivalent qualification.

Educational Background:
Bachelor’s Degree, HND, or equivalent qualification.

Experience:
Minimum of 5 years’ work experience. At least 3 years of experience in a production environment within a fashion or manufacturing company.

Languages:
Not specified

Additional Notes:
Strong attention to detail and quality assessment skills. Good understanding of garment construction, fabrics, and dyeing processes. Ability to identify defects and recommend practical solutions. Strong communication and reporting skills. Ability to work collaboratively within a production team.