Inline Quality Control Associate

Buck Mason; Mohnton (Berks County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading apparel manufacturer is seeking a Quality Control Specialist to ensure that garments meet specified quality standards. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in quality control for apparel manufacturing, particularly with cut & sew knits. Responsibilities include measuring garments, checking stitching quality, and reporting any issues. Bilingual communication in English or Spanish is a plus. This role is critical to maintaining the company's high standards. Ready to contribute to a great team? Apply now!

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in quality control position for apparel manufacturing.
• Experience in cut & sew knits preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret documents in English or Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Ensure garments are sewn to specifications.
• Measure garments for accuracy.
• Regularly check stitching quality.
• Identify and initiate repairs for defective garments.
• Regularly inspect stitching and needle quality and report issues.
• Identify faulty machines and coordinate repairs with in-house mechanic.
• Approve or repair garments on the sewing floor as needed.
• Evaluate bundles for completeness before passing to the next production phase.
• Escalate recurring quality issues to the Factory Operations Supervisor.

Skills

Adaptability

Organization skills

Dependability

Language (English/Spanish)

Mathematical ability

Planning and Organizing

Problem Solving

Physical demands (standing, lifting)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Ensure garments are being sewn to specifications and adhering to quality guidelines of factory, as per approved technical packages
• Measure garments on active sewing floor to ensure they are accurate to specifications
• Ensure correct sewing operations, machine set ups, thread color, label placement and trims are being implemented according to specifications
• Ensure sewing floor is cleanly so as not to contaminate garments
• Regularly check stitching and needle quality
• Identify machines that are in poor working order and initiate repair with in-house mechanic
• Initiate repairs of incorrectly sewn garments on sewing floor
• Evaluate bundles for complete and accurate sewing before passing
• Identify repetitive issues with quality of production, and elevate issues to the Factory Operations Supervisor for corrective action
• Regularly report Inline QC findings and concerns to Factory Operations Supervisor and Factory leadership team
• Be accountable to maintain quality standards of the factory and the company, ensuring garments are accurate to specifications before passing to the next phase of production
• Voluntary overtime as needed
• Work in a safety sensitive environment
• Must have 5+ years experience working in a quality control position for apparel manufacturing, cut & sew knits experience preferred
• Reports to: Factory Operations Supervisor

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment, manage competing demands. Must be able to perform job functions with limited supervision.
• Organization skills: 5s standards; 1) Sort 2) Set In Order 3) Shine 4) Standardize 5) Sustain
• Dependability: Ability to follow instructions, respond to management direction. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Language: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, and procedures manuals in English or Spanish. Demonstrated ability to communicate orally and in written form effectively with other employees.
• Mathematical: Ability to do simple math, such as add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Planning and Organizing: Ability to prioritize and plan work activities and use time efficiently.
• Problem Solving: Ability to solve practical problems and interpret and resolve problem issues using a variety of instructions or guides furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Physical Demands: Working by standing, reaching, bending. occasional lifting (max. 50lbs) and walking

Founded in 2013 by Sasha Koehn and Erik Allen Ford, Buck Mason makes simplified clothing for the modern man. At the heart of everything we do is the unclouded California ethos of quality, restraint, and integrity. We take iconic pieces and reconstruct them in hard-wearing fabrics, with timeless details, and the perfect fit. Our goal is to offer fashion that is less complicated, building pared-down essentials that live beyond a single season. With its corporate offices headquartered in Los Angeles, Buck Mason's retail footprint extends from sea to sea, through e-commerce and brick-and-mortar locations in Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, Brooklyn, and more. Join us at Buck Mason, where style meets substance, and every team member plays a vital role in our success. Ready to make your mark? Apply now!