Nominated Quality Auditor

Job Title: Nominated Quality Auditor
Department: Quality Assurance
Location: Garment Manufacturing Facility
Reporting To: Quality Manager / QA Head

Job Purpose

To ensure that all garments meet the required quality standards by conducting regular audits
across production processes. The Nominated Quality Auditor acts as an independent verifier
of in-line and final product quality, ensuring compliance with buyer specifications and
factory quality systems.

Key Responsibilities

1. Quality Audits
o Conduct in-line, end-line, and final audits as per the AQL standards and buyer
requirements.
o Perform random inspections to validate process adherence and product quality.
o Ensure sample size selection and audit procedures are properly followed.

2. Defect Identification and Reporting
o Identify major and minor defects during inspections.
o Document and report quality issues with photographic and written evidence.
o Classify defects based on type, frequency, and severity.

3. Corrective Actions & Follow-ups
o Inform relevant departments about audit failures and required corrective
actions.
o Verify effectiveness of corrective actions taken and re-audit as necessary.

4. Process Compliance
o Ensure the factory follows SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) and quality
manuals.
o Monitor the effectiveness of quality checkpoints in production lines.

5. Documentation
o Maintain detailed audit records, quality performance data, and reports.
o Submit audit reports to management and buyers (if applicable) in a timely
manner.

6. Training & Support
o Provide feedback to operators and line supervisors on quality issues.
o Support in training programs to enhance awareness of quality standards.

7. Liaison
o Coordinate with QA, QC, Production, and Merchandising teams to improve
product quality.
o Act as a liaison between the factory and external auditors/buyers when
required.

Qualifications & Skills

• Diploma or Degree in Textile Engineering, Garment Technology, or related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in garment quality assurance/auditing.
• Knowledge of AQL standards and various buyer audit protocols (e.g., Walmart,
  H&M, Zara, etc.).
• Good understanding of garment construction, fabric types, and manufacturing
  processes.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in report writing and basic MS Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple audits under pressure.
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Number of audits conducted vs. plan
• First-time pass rate in buyer audits
• Reduction in repeat defects
• Timeliness and accuracy of audit reports
• Implementation of corrective actions