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An Apparel Industry job involves designing, manufacturing, marketing, or selling clothing and fashion-related products. Professionals in this field work in various roles such as fashion designers, merchandisers, production managers, and retail buyers. These jobs require creativity, an understanding of market trends, and knowledge of fabrics and production processes. The industry offers opportunities in both large corporations and small independent brands, covering everything from luxury fashion to mass-market apparel.

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Professionals in the apparel industry often start in entry-level positions such as design assistant, production coordinator, or sales associate and can advance to roles like merchandiser, sourcing manager, or creative director with experience. Many companies provide mentorship programs, ongoing training, and opportunities to work with cross-functional teams, which fosters career development. Employees may also have the chance to specialize in areas like sustainable fashion, technical design, or global sourcing, depending on their interests and skills. The industry values innovation and adaptability, offering a variety of pathways for upward mobility for driven individuals.

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Infographic showing various Apparel Industry job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $69,494 per year, or $33.4 per hour.

Apparel Product Quality Specialist

Meijer Companies Ltd

Grand Rapids, MI • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Meijer rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 1,640 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

18th of 39 rated national retailers

Job description

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you're provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family - take care of your career and your community!

Meijer Rewards

  • Weekly pay

  • Scheduling flexibility

  • Paid parental leave

  • Paid education assistance

  • Team member discount

  • Development programs for advancement and career growth

Please review the job profile below and apply today!

The Apparel QA Engineer Specialist plays a key role in establishing and advancing quality assurance processes for Meijer Own Brand Softlines. This role focuses on building QA infrastructure, ensuring product integrity, and partnering closely with Product Development, Technical Design, Sourcing, Merchandising, Compliance, and global vendor partners to ensure all Own Brand products meet Meijer's standards for quality, safety, and performance.
Position will follow our hybrid schedule: Monday-Wednesday in Grand Rapids MI office, Thursday-Friday remote.


What You'll Be Doing:

  • Responsible in building and executing foundational QA processes, infrastructure, technical standards and training for Meijer's Own Brand Quality Program for Apparel products.
  • Develop and maintain product requirements and construction standards for general wearing apparel.
  • Create and refine testing protocols, aligning with apparel industry best practices.
  • Partner with the Apparel Compliance Specialist to ensure regulatory requirements are accurately reflected in testing protocols and tech packs.
  • Coordinate with testing labs and vendors to ensure products are tested and inspected according to Meijer protocols and standards.
  • Review testing and inspection failures, conduct rootcause analysis, and recommend corrective actions.
  • Acting business lead for quality assurance related best practices for apparel.
  • Work with overseas agents, direct vendors, and manufacturers to align on quality expectations and resolve production issues.
  • Support vendor qualification efforts and contribute to the development of Meijer's vendor scorecard and quality management system.
  • Participate in the selection of approved labs and provide input on vendor and manufacturer capability assessments.
  • Communicate with internal teams, stores, vendors, labs and overseas agents on quality topics, production issues, and product investigations.
  • Execute quality initiatives and program direction as defined by the QA Apparel Manager.
  • Lead postlaunch product evaluation strategies, including analysis of customer returns, complaints, and instore product reviews.
  • Identify quality risks early and recommend preventive actions.
  • Contribute to the development of scalable QA processes and tools that improve product consistency and reduce defects.
  • Provide technical guidance to crossfunctional partners to strengthen product integrity across categories.
  • This job profile is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

What You'll Bring With You:

  • Bachelor's degree, with a preference for a degree in Apparel and Textile Technology and Quality Assurance
  • 7 years of direct Apparel quality assurance experience in a retail or privatelabel environment, with strong leadership in quality initiatives and crossfunctional collaboration preferred
  • At least 3 years of experience guiding or leading quality functions or initiatives.
  • Strong knowledge of apparel quality management systems and preventive QA practices.
  • Working knowledge of AQL standards and their application specific to the Apparel industry.
  • Solid understanding of garment construction for cutandsew knits, sweater knits, wovens, denimand related materials.
  • Experience partnering with overseas agents, indirect vendors, and global manufacturers.
  • Proven ability to identify quality risks early and implement effective preventive actions.
  • Thrives in building new processes and influencing adoption in a fastpaced environment.
  • Able to produce accurate, highquality work quickly and support others in doing the same.
  • Comfortable working across all divisions and organizational levels.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint; PLM experience is a plus.
  • Strong independent problemsolving, analytical, and assessment skills.
  • BS in Engineering or Physical Science Masters or Advanced Degree (Materials, Textiles, Chemical) a plus
  • Professional Quality Certifications preferred (ASQ CQE, CRE, Lean Six Sigma, etc.)

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