Quality Assurance Associate-1st Shift

Paylocity; Hanover (York County); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

L2 Brands in Hanover, PA is seeking a Quality Assurance Associate for 1st shift to inspect garments as they exit the textile dryer and ensure adherence to quality standards. You will work closely with operators and management to maintain a smooth production flow.

The role emphasizes timely communication, accuracy in print placement, and the ability to prioritize tasks. Candidates should be reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• Must read and comprehend simple instructions and diagrams.
• Ability to perform basic math including percentages.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve garments from the dryer and visually inspect for quality.
• Communicate with operators and management to maintain workflow.
• Notify of any errors during production and reference guides for placement.
• Verify order accuracy including color/style and print placement.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and complete production logs.

Skills

Reliability

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety mindset

Adaptability

Job description

Description

Quality Assurance Associate- 1st Shift

Hanover, PA

About L2 Brands

At L2 Brands, we make the gear people love to wear. For more than 30 years, we’ve been designing and delivering high-quality, custom-logo apparel, headwear, and home décor for the Collegiate, Resort/Destination, Golf, and Corporate markets. Through our lifestyle brands — League, Legacy, Ouray, Locale, and Wild Tribute — we help fans, travelers, golfers, and employees show pride in the schools, destinations, traditions, and workplaces that matter to them. If you’ve ever thrown on a favorite college hoodie or souvenir hat, there’s a good chance we had something to do with it.

Position Overview

QA Associates play an important role in the success of L2's production operations. Primary responsibilities of this position include retrieving garments as they come from the textile dryer and visually inspecting each piece to ensure they meet quality standards. As well as timely communication with operators and management team.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow the direction of the Quality Assurance Lead and/or Quality Assurance Supervisor
• Communicate effectively with the Machine Operator to maintain a good workflow from order to order
• Immediately notify the Machine Operator and/or Quality Assurance Lead of any errors identified during a production run
• Reference the Print Placement Guide to ensure correct print placement
• Verify order accuracy, including the Tech Sheet, garment color/style, and print placement
• Retrieve and neatly stack garments as they exit the textile dryer while maintaining pace with the print machine
• Separate all garments that require cleaning, touch ups and mill rejects
• Assist with finishing production orders, including but not limited to, second drying, applying appropriate stickers, and folding garments
• Perform garment touch-ups and spot cleaning as needed
• Complete the Daily Production Log and Defect log
• Demonstrate commitment to and promote company values and standards
• Quality Control – Monitor work to ensure quality and consistency. Identify opportunities to improve and promote quality standards. Apply feedback to improve performance and demonstrate commitment to accuracy and thoroughness.
• Safety & Security – Consistently follow established safety and security procedures. Report potentially unsafe conditions and use equipment and materials properly. Exercise sound judgment when determining appropriate action beyond standard guidelines.
• Qualifications – To perform this position successfully, the employee must have the ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions provided in written, oral, or diagram form. Must be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions and recognize similarities and differences between words, numbers, and sequences. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group settings is required. Must be self-motivated, organized, and able to prioritize tasks effectively. Basic mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages, are required.
• Work on special projects as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned by (functional area senior management team member).
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with company safety standards.
• Communicate production issues, quality concerns, or equipment needs to the supervisor promptly.

Competencies

• Reliability & Attendance: Consistently present and on time for scheduled shifts.
• Attention to Detail: Produces accurate, error-free work that meets quality standards.
• Teamwork: Works effectively with coworkers and supervisors to meet production goals.
• Safety Mindset: Follows all safety protocols and reports hazards or concerns.
• Adaptability: Adjusts to changing production priorities and volume.

Work Environment

This job operates in a production environment and is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and chemicals. Noise level in the environment is moderate. This role requires the ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work:

• Full-time position.
• 1st Shift: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.