Operate, maintain, and perform basic calibration checks on vertical flame test equipment.
Inspect irregular garments to determine recoverability or second-quality designation based on established criteria.
Provide daily inbound inspection priority list and forms to inbound QC teams.
Read and comprehend information from technical packs, testing standards, and safety regulations.
Record test and inspection results in required formats and report findings to the QC Engineer.
Support the QC Engineer in implementing company and regulatory quality standards for fabric and garment manufacturing.
Conduct incoming, in-process, and final inspections of garments and materials.
Identify and classify defects, including fabric flaws, incorrect measurements, poor stitching, construction issues, shade variations, stains, and labeling or packaging errors.
Use measuring tapes, rulers, templates, scales, and other inspection equipment as required.
Document inspection findings clearly and maintain accurate quality records.
Prepare inspection reports and communicate results to production supervisors, management, suppliers, and other appropriate personnel.
Place nonconforming products on hold and ensure they are properly identified and separated.
Assist with investigating quality problems, determining root causes, and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
Verify compliance with approved quality procedures, inspection plans, and sampling requirements.
Help maintain clean, organized, and safe inspection areas.
Participate in internal audits, customer inspections, and continuous-improvement activities as needed.
Inspect returned garments to confirm and document the reported quality issue.
Follow all required safety protocols and PPE requirements.
Perform other quality-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office & Excel required.
Excellent attention to detail required.
Ability to multi-task between a warehouse and laboratory environment.
Ability to follow established procedures and document results consistently.
Ability to accurately measure using a tape measure.
Ability to communicate quality concerns clearly and professionally.
Ability to work independently and collaborate with production, quality, and management teams.
Multilingual will be a plus, not required.
Previous experience with garment manufacturing and quality will be a plus.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Manufacturing/Laboratory environment with routine interaction with warehouse teams.
Regular standing walking, bending, squatting, kneeling, and reaching overhead or below shoulder level.
Ability to lift boxes or materials weighing up to 40 lbs.
Occasional travel to offsite facilities may be required.
Color vision required for garment inspection.
Benefits
Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive premiums. Paid parental leave. Mental health support through an EAP and partial reimbursement on copays, fertility support, and robust wellness programs with annual reimbursements.
Work-Life Balance: Many positions with Tyndale offer hybrid onsite + remote work schedules, generous PTO, paid holidays + a floating holiday, and more.
Financial Compensation: Competitive salary, 401(k) with matching, and bonus opportunities.
Career Growth & Development: Training/certification/tuition reimbursement programs and demonstrated paths for knowledge share and internal promotion opportunity.
Culture & Perks: Family-owned values, award winning culture, team-engagement events, casual dress code, company-sponsored charitable events and activities, and an inclusive workplace that values collaboration and integrity.
Safety: As part of our commitment to safety and comfort, all Distribution Center members receive an annual footwear stipend to purchase high-quality, work-appropriate shoes. This ensures our team is equipped with the right gear to stay safe, supported, and productive on the job.
Tyndale is an equal opportunity employer- all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply online at www.tyndaleusa.com/careers.
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