Quality Control Specialist

Job Title: Quality Control Specialist
Location: Kingston, NY
Pay: $18 – $20 per hour BOE
Schedule: Full Time, Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM 
Job Type: Temporary

Job Summary:
This company is hiring a detail-oriented, dependable Quality Control Specialist for a Kingston production facility. This position is responsible for performing final quality inspections on decorated apparel before orders are packed and shipped.
This is more than simply looking for printing or embroidery defects. The right candidate must be able to verify orders against approved artwork, accurately account for missing or rejected pieces, document discrepancies, upload photos, and create clear records that other departments can rely on without needing additional explanation.

Job Responsibilities:
• Compare finished products against approved artwork, mockups and order specifications
• Verify spelling, artwork, colors, design size and placement
• Inspect screen printing, embroidery and other decoration for quality defects
• Identify issues including cracking, poor texture, misprints, damage, incorrect colors or placement
• Accurately count and document every missing, damaged or rejected piece
• Reconcile what is physically shipping against what should be included with the order
• Complete digital QC reports accurately and consistently
• Write clear, concise notes explaining shortages and quality issues
• Take and upload photos of finished products, defects, packaging and labels
• Verify box counts and final packaging information
• Communicate clearly with production, shipping and office teams when discrepancies are identified
• Maintain accurate records so Customer Service can answer questions without having to investigate the order again

Skills:
•    Strong English communication skills, written and verbal
•    Strong Spanish communication skills, written and verbal
•    Strong computer skills and comfort working with digital forms and online systems
•    Strong basic math and counting skills
•    Excellent attention to detail
•    Ability to write short, accurate and professional notes

Requirements:
•    Ability to learn Microsoft Forms, Microsoft 365 and other production software
•    Comfortable taking and uploading photos from a phone or tablet
•    Organized and able to manage multiple orders in a fast-paced production environment
•    Able to work independently and make sound QC decisions
•    Able to lift 50 lbs as needed and stand for a full shift
•    Dependable attendance and consistent on-time starts

What success looks like:
1.    Is the product correct?
Artwork, spelling, color, placement, sizing and production quality.
2.    Is the order complete?
Every missing, damaged or rejected piece is accounted for.
3.    Could someone who never saw this order understand exactly what happened from the QC report alone?
Accurate counts, clear notes and complete documentation are a major part of this position