Ciovita is a leading manufacturer of high-performance cycling apparel. We pride ourselves on delivering world-class products through precision, quality craftsmanship, and innovation. We are seeking a Quality Control Manager to lead our QC team, implement structured quality processes, and ensure consistent quality across both in-house operations and external CMT partners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee the QC department, ensuring all quality control processes align with Ciovita’s premium standards.
• Develop and implement structured QC processes to enhance efficiency and maintain uniform quality across production partners.
• Conduct and oversee quality checks throughout all production stages, both in-house and at external CMT factories.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with quality standards, technical specifications, and AQL requirements.
• Identify defects and root causes, troubleshoot production issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Develop, standardize, and implement QC reporting templates to track quality trends and ensure consistency.
• Train, guide, and mentor the QC team and production staff on best practices, inspection techniques, and quality standards.
• Ensure CMT pricing aligns with costed prices, working closely with production planning to maintain cost efficiency.
• Collaborate with production managers and CMT partners to meet deadlines while upholding strict quality requirements.
• Perform AQL QC inspections for outsourced and imported products, ensuring compliance with quality expectations.
• Maintain accurate digital and physical records of all quality inspections, reports, and resolutions.
• Travel to external CMT locations when required to oversee and audit production processes.
• Manage the QC team’s workload and schedule.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a senior quality control, garment tech, or quality auditor role within the clothing and textile industry.
• Strong understanding of garment construction, pattern making, and fabric performance in high-performance apparel.
• Proven leadership experience, with the ability to lead and mentor a QC team.
• Experience working with external CMTs and managing quality across multiple production streams.
• Proficiency in AQL standards and other global quality benchmarks.
• Ability to develop and implement QC templates, digital reports, and structured quality procedures.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Strong computer skills, including quality reporting, email communication, and project management software.
• Ability to travel to external CMT locations when required.