QA Assistant - Apparel

To provide support to the QA Manager to ensure that all products produced accurately match the specification and provide a consistent quality and fit to the customer base. Support the end-to-end sampling process assisting with all technical aspects from the development and sampling stages through to production

Client Details

A great opportunity for an QA Assistant - Apparel to join a leading multi channel retailer in the Leeds area who offer hybrid working. They are an established business that have been trading for a number of years.. They are also known for their internal progression.

Description

• To support multi-product development across the companies brands, ensuring quality standards are maintained whilst adhering to Critical Path deadlines.
• Support to create garment specifications containing accurate information on manufacturing methods, including seam construction, pattern information, fully graded charts and concise illustrations for all specific product detailing.

• Support QA Manager with garment sealing process, attending CP meetings.
• Provide support with AQL approvals in line with CP.
• Support to review any proto/ fit samples ensuring that they conform to tech packs & size charts. Make any amendments as required.

• Provide support to QA Manager in approving all Gold Seal samples across Tailoring & Casual ranges. Communicate to with Buying Team, factories & Hartlepool warehouse on any production issues.
• Ensure samples are reviewed in a timely manner.
• Work with all suppliers ensuring size charts & technical specifications are clear & deadlines adhered to. Work with suppliers' technical teams.

• Overseas travel when required, supporting QA Manager to resolve any pre shipment issues.
• Regular communication with Buying Team to ensure that new ranges have appropriate size charts & specifications.
• Work with Hartlepool warehouse QA team to ensure they have accurate specifications & details to undertake AQL audits on incoming goods.
• Provide support to ensure that all suppliers adhere to Sedex standards or equivalent.

Profile

• Garment construction and manufacturing knowledge across a range of products.
• Able to assess garment fit and product/design suitability.
• Knowledge of testing methods and standards.
• Knowledge of appropriate wash-care required for fabrics and finishes.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• A positive attitude towards challenges and implementing solutions.
• Good communication skills/ strong team player.
• Strong time managements skills with the ability to prioritise and be flexible.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Knowledge of environmental/ethical issues relevant to fashion supply chain/sourcing.

• HND/Degree in fashion/textiles.
• Relevant work experience within garment industry.

Job Offer

Competitive salary + Mix of Office & Home Working - (4 Office Days / 1 Work from Home Days) + 37.5 Hour work week + Flexible working hours + Progression Opportunities + Free Parking + Close to transport links + Early Finish on a Friday + Discount on Product

QA Assistant - Apparel

QA Assistant - Apparel

QA Assistant - Apparel