Garment Quality Inspector

Garment Quality Inspector / Final Examiner
Full Time | 3 Month Contract (Temp to Perm)
\n £12.71 Per Hour
\n Monday - Thursday (7am - 4pm)
\n Friday (7am - 12 Noon)

Be part of 240 years of British knitwear excellence

Are you passionate about quality and take pride in the finer details?
\n At John Smedley, weve been crafting the worlds finest knitwear for over two centuries and our commitment to excellence begins and ends with quality. Were looking for a Final Garment Examiner to join our Finishing Department at our historic Lea Mills in Matlock.

This vital role ensures every garment leaving our Mill meets our exacting standards of craftsmanship, consistency, and care. If you have an eye for detail, enjoy hands-on work, and take satisfaction in seeing a perfect finished product, this could be the ideal role for you.

What Youll Do:

As a Final Garment Examiner, youll:
\n Carry out detailed inspections of finished garments against approved quality standards.
\n Identify, label any faults or defects for correction.
\n Verify repairs and ensure garments meet the required standard before packing.
\n Work closely with the Finishing and Production teams to highlight and resolve quality issues.
\n Accurately report inspection findings and communicate faults to relevant stakeholders for action.
\n Keep your work area organised, tidy, and compliant with Health & Safety standards.
\n Uphold John Smedleys long-standing reputation for excellence in every piece you handle.

Who You Are:

Have excellent attention to detail and take real pride in your work.
\n Understand garment construction or quality control within a manufacturing setting.
\n Work methodically and efficiently without compromising quality.
\n Enjoy being part of a collaborative, skilled production team.
\n Are reliable, proactive, and committed to maintaining high standards.

Skills & Experience Youll Bring:

Desired:
Experience in garment examination, inspection, or quality control.
\n Basic IT literacy for recording and reporting inspection data.
Experience in knitwear, textiles, or luxury garment production.
\n Knowledge of quality standards and inspection processes.

Why John Smedley?

Be part of a globally recognised British heritage brand.
\n Work in a supportive, collaborative, and skilled production environment.
\n Contribute directly to the quality of our world-renowned knitwear.
\n Access to wellbeing programmes and our in-house Culture Club activities.
\n Discounts on hundreds of retail, travel, and leisure services.

Proud to produce perfection?
\n Apply now and help us continue 240 years of exceptional British craftsmanship at John Smedley.

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