Denim – Technical Quality Controller

YM Inc; Toronto; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Store discount

Job summary

Bluenotes in North York, ON is seeking a Technical Quality Controller – Denim to prepare sketches and specification packages, manage samples, fit processes and production follow-ups, and communicate with vendors during sample production.

This role suits a Fashion Design student who is strong on the technical and construction side of design, with proficiency in Illustrator and MS Office, and denim wear fitting experience; in-person duties include coordinating with stores and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and time-management abilities.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience coordinating with teams and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate garment quality and fit, provide feedback.
• Prepare technical packages (Sketch + Specs + Construction details).
• Communicate instructions between Buying Team and vendors.
• Follow up on samples to ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Multi-tasking

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

MS Office

Job description

Pay:From CA$45,000.00 per year

Job description:

It’s your time! Be part of a successful Company where you can grow your career and be rewarded and recognized for your contributions.

Bluenotes has been a proudly Canadian company since 1941. For over 75 years our roots have been firmly planted in denim. By keeping up with the latest trends throughout the decades, we have consistently offered our customers the latest denim fits, washes and styles, maintaining Bluenotes’ reputation as one of the top denim retailers in Canada.

With 160 plus stores nationwide, and our online site Bluenotes.com offering shipping in both Canada and the US, we continue to grow and offer quality goods and awesome deals. We’re committed to delivering great customer service and our priorities reflect our customer’s enthusiasm for today’s generation. We want you to take pride in being yourself!

How you will make a difference:

The Technical Quality Controller – Denim prepares initial sketches and specification packages as required and assists in managing merchandise samples, fit process and production follow-ups. The Technical Quality Controller is also involved in the communication with vendors/factories during the sample production process.

This is a great position for a Fashion Design student who is stronger on the technical and construction side of design.

What You’ll Do:

• Evaluate and provide constructive feedback on the quality and fit of a garment
• Communicate technical instruction and direction between the Buying Team and the vendor
• Be clear and concise when submitting technical comments and illustrations
• Prioritize and organize the daily work flow
• Sample follow-ups to ensure instructions were executed correctly and delivery will be on time

What You’ll Need:

• Must be able to complete the technical packages (Sketch + Specs + Construction details) by using Illustrator quickly and efficiently
• Must have excellent knowledge of MS Office and Illustrator.
• Must have apparel construction, fabrication and garment production knowledge
• Must have ladies/men’s/kids denim wear fitting experience
• Great communication skills and time management
• Ability to multi-tasks in a very tight timeline focused environment
• Experience in retail/buying environment is an asset

• This posting is for an open vacancy.
• Artificial intelligence is used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position.

Bluenotes is an equal opportunity employer. If chosen to participate in the selection process, accommodations are available upon request. We will consult with the applicant to provide or arrange suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs.

Job Types:

Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• On-site parking
• Store discount

Ability to commute/relocate:

• North York, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Adobe Illustrator: 2 years (required)
• Fashion retail: 1 year (required)
• Denim : 1 year (required)

Work Location:

In person