Production Associate/Quality Control

MES Service Company.•Reading, PA

About The Position

About MES: Established in 2001, MES Life Safety is the nation’s largest provider of PPE, fire apparatus, uniforms, and services to first responders. With over 25 locations, MES is the most trusted source of equipment and service for firefighters, law enforcement, and EMTs. Our dedicated team of over 300 sales representatives and certified service technicians allows us to bring unparalleled quality and service to our industry. MES supports its customers with innovative digital commerce solutions and a nationwide warehousing system with three strategically located hubs that carry thousands of products representing the best brands on the market. Additional Information: MES offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. MES is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. MES will only employ those legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Production Associate/Quality Control Job Description: This position is responsible for monitoring and ensuring quality control for all garments produced and it will perform a variety of routine and repetitive inspection and procedures as required and defined by approved production for all embroider, heat press and alteration orders. Will work under the direction of the Store Manager and with team members when garments need to be reworked.

Requirements

Must have the ability to work independently and effectively when needed.
Must possess basic computer skills.
Must be a fast learner and be able to multitask.
Must have a sense of urgency.
Must demonstrate good judgment and be always professional.
Must have visual acuity for analyzing color.
Must learn tasks quickly, be detailed oriented, accuracy driven, personable, team oriented, and punctual.

Responsibilities

Perform inspection of finished garments.
Reads and understands work orders and profiles to determine that each order is processed correctly.
Must have strong attention to detail and the ability to keep track of multiple work orders specifications, location special notes of embroidery, alteration, and heat press art.
Keep the work area clean, orderly, and organized.
Demonstrate good communication skills, problem-solving skills, and sound judgment.
Reviews work orders, observes specifications, location, and any special notes for all embroidery, alteration, and heat press orders.
Works as part of a team to achieve operational, quality goals and objectives.
Sort, count, and fold garments by size/color/garment style.