Textile Quality Inspector - Couture Garment Assembly

Barrie Knitwear; Hawick; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Cycle to work scheme

Reduced gym membership fees

Early finish on Fridays

Time off in lieu

Job summary

Barrie Knitwear, based in Hawick, is seeking an Examiner (Assembly) to inspect finished garments and ensure they meet high quality standards. You will join the examine team within the production department and help maintain exceptional craftsmanship across luxury knitwear.

The role requires a keen eye for detail, knowledge of textile finishing processes, and the ability to communicate findings to production.

Qualifications

• Experience inspecting finished garments for defects.
• Strong eye for color and stitching inconsistencies.
• Understanding of textile manufacturing/finishing processes.
• Ability to document findings and communicate results to relevant departments.
• Capable of addressing quality issues with the production team.
• Commitment to maintaining standards and sustainability practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing visual inspection of garments for defects such as loose threads, stains, uneven stitching, colour inconsistencies or fabric damage.
• Record and document findings, maintain quality control reports, and communicate results to relevant departments.
• Ensure all products meet required specifications and industry standards for quality, safety, and durability.
• Collaborate with production to address quality issues and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain inspection processes in line with company policies, industry regulations, and sustainability practices.
• Approve or reject finished products based on quality criteria and provide recommendations for rework.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the production line.

Skills

Quality inspection

Attention to detail

Textiles knowledge

Problem solving

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Job description

Barrie Knitwear, based in Hawick, is seeking an Examiner (Assembly) to inspect finished garments and ensure they meet high quality standards. You will join the examine team within the production department and help maintain exceptional craftsmanship across luxury knitwear.

The role requires a keen eye for detail, knowledge of textile finishing processes, and the ability to communicate findings to production.