About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect raw materials, in-process production, and finished footwear as per approved samples and specifications.
- Conduct in-line, final, and warehouse inspections (AQL / 100% inspection as applicable).
- Identify workmanship, material, and finishing defects and take corrective action.
- Coordinate with factory QC, production, and warehouse teams to resolve quality issues.
- Support factory and warehouse visits to prevent recurring defects.
- Ensure proper packaging, labeling, and pair matching before dispatch.
- Maintain inspection reports and share quality status with internal teams.
- Ensure adherence to brand quality standards and footwear industry best practices.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of footwear construction and materials (Leather, PU, PVC, EVA, Rubber).
- Good defect identification and problem-solving skills.
- Understanding of quality systems and inspection standards.
- Ability to coordinate with vendors and internal teams.
- Basic documentation and reporting skills
- Diploma / Graduate (Footwear Technology, Fashion, or related field preferred).
- 2–6 years experience in Footwear QC (Factory / Warehouse).
- Experience working with brands or organized retail is an advantage.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- First-time quality approval rate
- Reduction in rejections and rework
- Timely resolution of quality issues
- Consistence between approved samples and bulk production.
Nice to have
- Exposure to hiring across business.
- Experience coordinating with founders or senior leadership