What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Quality Specialist position at Commando?
Commando is looking for a detail-oriented Product Quality Specialist to help ensure our products meet our quality standards from pre-production through finished goods.
This role supports both domestic and international production and works closely with vendors, internal teams, and third-party inspection partners. The ideal candidate is highly organized, comfortable managing multiple priorities, and has a strong eye for detail. Apparel or quality experience is helpful, but not required — we’re willing to train the right person who is eager to learn and has the skills and mindset to be successful in the role.
Key Responsibilities:
Quality Assurance
- Inspect incoming, in-process, and finished products to ensure they meet Commando quality standards and product specifications.
- Coordinate third-party inspections with QIMA, SGS, and other partners, and review inspection reports.
- Manage in-house wear testing, including coordination, tracking, and review.
- Identify quality concerns and communicate findings clearly to the appropriate teams and vendors.
Pre-Production Approvals
- Review and approve bulk materials prior to shipment.
- Request, track, review, fit, and approve TOP samples.
- Communicate with domestic and international vendors regarding samples, materials, approvals, timelines, and quality concerns.
- Maintain organized sample logs and sample storage.
- Review vendor-sourced materials and substitutions for previously approved materials.
- Review and approve substitute thread colors and other production materials.
Production Support
- Support in-house production, including material organization, trimming and tagging, fabric layout, and other hands-on production activities.
- Partner with the Manager, In-House Manufacturing & Quality and other teams to support quality and production priorities.
- Assist with other projects and responsibilities as needed.
Qualifications
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently, use good judgment, and follow through on responsibilities.
- Flexible, adaptable, and willing to learn.
- Experience in quality assurance, apparel manufacturing, product inspection, or a related field is a plus but not required.
- Knowledge of garment construction, measurements, fit, fabrics, and apparel quality standards is helpful but not required.
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25