Apparel Quality Control Specialist
About The Position
The Quality Control Specialist is a floor-based checkpoint between embroidery machine setup and production. Under the direction of the Production Manager/Supervisor, the role verifies that each 6-head embroidery machine is set up according to production paperwork, inspects first-run work for logo placement and stitch quality, and spot-checks finished work on carts. Catching setup and first-run errors helps prevent rework, garment waste, and missed deadlines. The specialist remains on their feet for most of the day and communicates actively with embroidery operators. The role also represents the company through courteous, tactful, considerate, and discreet interactions with other SGB team members.
Requirements
- Excellent attention to detail and discipline to check every item every time.
- Ability to read and accurately follow production paperwork and work orders.
- Basic math and measuring skills, including using a tape measure or ruler to verify placement specifications.
- Ability to give operators direct, respectful feedback and stand by sign-off decisions.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Excellent verbal communication and positive interpersonal skills.
- Strong work ethic and reliability.
- Must be able to remain on their feet and mobile on the production floor for the majority of the workday.
- Must be able to bend, reach, and closely inspect stitching and thread paths.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with multi-head embroidery machines, thread paths, needle assignments, and logo flip/orientation settings.
- Ability to recognize tension problems, thread breaks, puckering, and registration issues.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Prior experience in embroidery or apparel decoration production.
- Prior quality control or inspection experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform pre-run checks on 6-head embroidery machines by comparing the machine setup with production paperwork.
- Confirm the correct thread colors are tied on in the right order and pulled through the full thread path.
- Verify the needle order is entered correctly in the machine.
- Verify the logo orientation is correct for the order, flipped or unflipped as required.
- Sign off on paperwork when the setup matches specifications, releasing the operator to start the first run.
- Respond to operator flags after the first run and inspect logo placement, including its measurement and location on the garment.
- Inspect first-run logo quality, including thread tension and logo or design issues.
- Provide a second sign-off when the first run passes, or work with the operator to correct issues before production continues.
- Inspect finished work on carts for stitch quality, placement consistency, and visible defects.
- Respond promptly to operator flags to avoid leaving machines waiting.
- Keep sign-off paperwork accurate and complete.
- Report recurring setup, digitizing, or machine issues to the Production Manager/Supervisor.
- Train embroidery operators and new team members on setup verification and quality standards when needed.
- Train new embroidery machine operators on machine setup, operation, and quality expectations as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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