Effective quality management professional wanted

Job Title: Quality Control Manager

The role of the Quality Control Manager is to ensure that all uniform products meet or exceed the required specifications. This includes managing all quality assurance, quality control, compliance, and audit activities, as well as leading a team to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

This position requires strong leadership capabilities, technical expertise, and a proactive approach to quality assurance and control. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 8 years' experience in a similar quality management role, with knowledge of quality standards and frameworks (EIA:632 and/or ISO 9001 accreditation experience desirable).

* Key Responsibilities:
* Own and manage the Quality Plan, ensuring consistent delivery of quality across the ADF supply base.
* Oversee quality control activities, including product inspections, testing, and corrective actions.
* Lead quality assurance by developing, maintaining, and enforcing quality protocols and standards across production operations.
* Manage product compliance through audits, testing, and supplier reviews to ensure adherence to regulatory and contractual obligations.
* Maintain and update the ADF Manual and ensure all suppliers are aligned with requirements.
* Own the QMS Register, maintaining comprehensive engineering and compliance records.
* Lead internal and external audit programs to ensure alignment with contract obligations and industry standards.
* Coordinate gold seal sample storage and production compliance reviews.
* Conduct and oversee factory inspections, audits (announced and unannounced), and inspection regimes, including setting Acceptable Quality Limits (AQLs).
* Manage rework processes and post-production inspections to drive continuous supplier improvements.
* Perform periodic risk assessments, identifying and mitigating risks proactively.
* Prepare and deliver reporting on quality performance indicators in accordance with contractual obligations.
* Contribute to garment construction improvements and offer solutions to suppliers for high-risk products.
* Lead a team by providing training, coaching, performance monitoring, and development planning.


* Minimum 8 years' experience in a similar quality management role.
* Strong knowledge of quality standards and frameworks (EIA:632 and/or ISO 9001 accreditation experience desirable).
* Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems (desirable).
* Deep understanding of textile, garment production, and accessory testing requirements.
* Solid experience conducting supplier audits, inspections, and managing corrective action plans.
* Proven ability to manage risk assessment and mitigation activities in a quality context.
* Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret and act on inspection and audit data.


* A competitive salary package and suite of benefits and perks, including a 50% discount on our brands and 5% Wesfarmers discount for Kmart, Bunnings, Officeworks and more.
* A tailored career and development plan, plus reward and recognition programs.
* Our Wellbeing program, Thrive, with activities designed to support the Financial Wellness of our team, Celebrate Diversity, ensure we Get Physical and maintain Healthy Minds, including challenges, yoga, meditation and access to our Employee Assistance Program.


* At Workwear Group we aspire to build a culture where diversity is celebrated, where Team Members feel a sense of 'I Belong' and are empowered to bring their whole selves to work.