Quality Assurance Auditor

The William Carter Company; Braselton (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Carter’s, Inc. is seeking an Auditor, Quality Assurance to help ensure product quality before shipment. The role involves performing audits on incoming shipments, documenting findings, and maintaining QA records.

You will work with the QA team to uphold Carter’s safety standards and defect classifications. The position requires strong attention to detail, ability to read measuring tapes, and the capacity to lift up to 50 pounds and operate a pallet jack.

Qualifications

• Experience reading and interpreting a measuring tape.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Good color perception (color tests may be given).
• Strong mathematical skills and ability to perform basic calculations.

Responsibilities

• Perform random audits of incoming shipments, evaluating workmanship, packaging/labeling, shading, product integrity and measurements.
• Accurately document audit findings and maintain records of non-conforming products in QA database.
• Conduct metal and neck stretch audits to ensure conformity to guidelines.
• Maintain knowledge of Carter’s safety manual and defect classifications through ongoing training.
• Locate pallets using RF scanner.
• Assist with quality-related projects as assigned by QA Supervisor or Coordinator.

Skills

Strong mathematical skills

Attention to detail

Read measuring tape

Clear communication

Overtime flexibility

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office Web Apps

MS Teams

Project management tools

Job description

Serving the needs of all families with young children, Carter’s Inc. is the largest North American apparel retailer exclusively for babies and young children, encompassing Carter’s, OshKosh B’gosh, Skip*Hop and Little Planet brands. Meaningful work, constant learning, genuine people, and a community guided by core values that promote inclusion and innovation is in everything we do. There are many reasons to build your career at Carter's.

How you’ll make an impact:

The Auditor, Quality Assurance, plays a crucial role in ensuring that products meet quality standards before being shipped to customers. By identifying and addressing quality issues, the Auditor, Quality Assurance helps maintain high standards for product integrity, customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

• Perform random audits of incoming shipments, evaluating product workmanship, packaging/labeling, shading, product integrity and measurements.
• Accurately document audit findings and maintain detailed records of non-conforming products in the QA database.
• Conduct metal and neck stretch audits to ensure conformity to CPSC guidelines and requirements.
• Continuously train and maintain knowledge of the Carter’s safety manual and defect classifications.
• Locate pallets using RF scanner.
• Perform additional work or assist with quality-related projects as assigned by the QA Supervisor or Coordinator.

We’d Love to hear from you if:

Must have:

• Experience using tablet and PC applications such as MS office web applications, MS Teams and project management tools.
• Strong and accurate mathematical skills.
• Strong attention to detail
• Must be able to accurately read a measuring tape (test may be given)
• Good color perception (color test may be given)
• Must be able to operate a manual pallet jack to move work
• Ability to lift to 50 pounds repetitively, scan with RF equipment, bend, twist, and be on your feet for shifts up to 12 hours long.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with others (Supervisors, Managers, and peers).
• Flexibility to work overtime and comply with blackout periods (no vacation or personal time allowed) during peak periods.

Preferred skills and experience:

• High School Diploma
• Familiarity with statistical sampling, use of AQL tables, product inspection
• Apparel construction (home or industrial sewing)
• Apparel retail experience in lieu of sewing acceptable

Carters is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

We’ve become an industry leader by providing quality from the clothing we sell to the careers we offer our team. Shared values have paved the way to our success. We nurture inclusive work environments for everyone. We invest in our teams with training and development programs to help them build their skills. We succeed together; everyone is welcome to grow in many ways. We’ve kept our close knit warmth since our founding. You’ll have the opportunity to work with colleagues who often become fast, lifelong friends while making new connections and sharing memorable experiences. Caring, teamwork, flexibility, and growth are what make us different. What’s not to love?