Junior Quality Assurance

SUMMARY:
Our client, a leading supplier in the fashion industry, is looking for a Junior QA professional to join their team.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities: Assist with processing fits, PPS and BPS. Complete and maintain customer workbooks. Liaise with customer QA teams and factories regarding queries and quality requirements. Assist with planning and booking local customer audits. Review China team factory audit reports and flag any concerns before goods are shipped. Assist with ensuring local AQL inspections are completed once stock arrives. Compare China and local AQL results and escalate discrepancies where necessary. Check graded specifications against customer requirements. Assist with problem-solving between customers, factories and third-party distribution centres. Follow up on Asian inspection reports and ensure approvals are obtained on time. Assist the QA team with overriding Asian inspection reports where required. Apply basic technical knowledge to support garment quality and production requirements. Assist with compiling technical briefs. Assist with drawing up and revising garment size specifications. Assist with technical pattern diagrams and instructions detailing required changes. Provide technical input and support to pattern making. Assist with developing and revising technical manuals. Identify and assist with resolving fit issues relating to fabric, garment and pattern construction. Work closely with relevant stakeholders to ensure customer quality and fit requirements are met. Gain exposure to garment QA processes and develop technical knowledge within the fashion industry. Requirements: 1-3 years' experience in Quality Assurance, garment manufacturing, clothing production or a similar environment. Experience servicing or working with primary retail customers is essential. A basic understanding of garment quality, fit, measurements and specifications. Knowledge of AQL inspections and garment quality standards would be advantageous. Basic understanding of garment construction, patterns and technical specifications. Strong attention to detail. Good communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to work well with customers, factories and internal teams. Willingness to learn and develop within a junior QA\/technical role. Relevant qualification in Fashion Design, Clothing Technology, Garment Technology or a related field would be advantageous. Should you not receive a response within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Please refer to our website, , where all our active vacancies are advertised. IMPORTANT NOTICE By applying to this advert you hereby acknowledge that you have read and accept the following Protection of Personal Information ACT (POPIA) disclaimer: I hereby consent for Talented Recruitment to process my personal information as part of the recruitment process. Talented Recruitment shall take all reasonable measures to protect the personal information of applicants and for the purpose of this disclaimer \"personal information\" shall be defined as detailed in the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act 4 of 2013 (\"POPIA\").