Trading Card Quality Inspector

Fanatics; Allen (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Fanatics is seeking a QC Associate to ensure top quality in trading card production. You will inspect cards for defects, verify counts, and document discrepancies.

Collaboration with production teams and adherence to procedures are essential for maintaining product integrity and on-time delivery. The role emphasizes attention to detail, accurate record-keeping, and teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training in manufacturing or quality control is a plus.
• Previous quality-control experience in manufacturing or packaging is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail to identify defects and inconsistencies.

Responsibilities

• Inspect trading cards for defects such as misprints, color and foil issues, centering, surface damage, and incorrect cutting.
• Reconcile quantities and confirm counts before material moves to next process.
• Document defects, deviations, and corrective actions in the quality system.
• Collaborate with machine operators and supervisors to resolve quality issues promptly.
• Assist training of new QCs on inspection procedures and quality standards.

Skills

Quality-control experience

Attention to detail

Card sorting

Arithmetic

Reading work orders

Written and verbal instructions

Basic data entry

Communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical/vocational quality-control training

Job description

Fanatics is seeking a QC Associate to ensure top quality in trading card production. You will inspect cards for defects, verify counts, and document discrepancies.

Collaboration with production teams and adherence to procedures are essential for maintaining product integrity and on-time delivery. The role emphasizes attention to detail, accurate record-keeping, and teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.