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As of Jun 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for apparel testing in the United States is $20.37, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Apparel Testing job?

An Apparel Testing job involves evaluating clothing and textile products to ensure they meet quality, safety, and performance standards. Professionals in this role conduct tests for aspects like durability, colorfastness, shrinkage, and fabric strength. They work closely with manufacturers, designers, and compliance teams to ensure garments meet industry regulations and customer expectations. This role is essential in maintaining brand reputation and consumer satisfaction by preventing defects and ensuring consistency in production.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Apparel Testing position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Apparel Testing, you need a solid understanding of textile science, quality assurance principles, and garment construction, often supported by a degree in textiles, engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with standard testing equipment (such as tensile testers, colorfastness machines, and abrasion testers) and certification like AATCC or ISO testing compliance is highly valued. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective written communication are important soft skills. These capabilities ensure accurate evaluation of garment quality, compliance with industry standards, and clear reporting, which are essential for upholding brand reputation and safety.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in Apparel Testing?

Daily responsibilities in Apparel Testing often include conducting a variety of physical and chemical tests on fabrics and finished garments to assess factors like durability, colorfastness, and safety compliance. You’ll be responsible for documenting and analyzing test results, preparing detailed reports, and identifying any issues that may affect product quality. Collaboration with design, production, and quality assurance teams is common, to resolve issues and ensure products meet both regulatory and client standards. These tasks help maintain high-quality clothing products and prevent costly product recalls.

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Quality Assurance Technician - Apparel

Quality Assurance Technician - Apparel

Meijer, Inc.

Grand Rapids, MI • On-site

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago


Meijer rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 1,598 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

19th 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!
Supports quality assurance across Meijer's Softlines Own Brand businesses to ensure product quality, consistency, and customer satisfaction while maintaining high standards for fit, workmanship, durability, and reliability.
Position will follow our hybrid schedule: Monday-Wednesday in Grand Rapids MI office, Thursday-Friday remote.
What You'll Be Doing:
  • Supports the QA team in maintaining processes, infrastructure, and training programs that help ensure Meijer Own Brand apparel and softlines products meet customer expectations for quality and safety throughout development and production, minimizing issues, returns, and recalls.
  • Provides apparel technical support to the quality team responsible for Softlines.
  • Supports the development of product standards for apparel and softlines tech packs.
  • Supports the creation and ongoing maintenance of testing protocols for apparel and softlines products.
  • Partners with the Apparel Regulatory Specialist to ensure regulatory requirements are accurately incorporated into testing protocols and tech packs.
  • Coordinates with testing labs and manufacturers to ensure products are evaluated in accordance with Meijer quality standards.
  • Reviews apparel testing failures and supports the QA team in implementing appropriate corrective actions.
  • Collaborates with Technical Designers to help maintain garment construction standards.
  • Provides administrative and operational support for Meijer's quality management system for apparel and softlines, including activities related to the vendor scorecard and qualification program.
  • Supports lab selection processes and assists with activities related to vendor and manufacturer evaluation.
  • Communicates with Meijer team members, vendors, and overseas agents to support apparel quality initiatives and requirements.
  • Assists in developing and implementing post-launch product evaluation strategies, including the review of customer return data, complaint data, and in-store assessments.
  • Executes directives from the QA Manager that support the strategic direction of the business.
  • This job profile is not meant to be all inclusive of the responsibilities of this position; may perform other duties as assigned or required.

What You Bring With You (Qualifications):
  • Bachelor's degree, with a preference for a degree in Apparel and Textile Technology or Design.
  • 3 years of related experience in apparel quality assurance at the retail level. Demonstrated leadership and cross-functional collaboration with internal and external teams.
  • Strong knowledge of apparel quality management systems
  • Working knowledge of Acceptable Quality Level standards
  • Familiarity with garment construction standards and approaches for a variety of fabrics including cut & sew knits, sweater knits and wovens
  • Experience working with overseas agents, indirect vendors and manufacturers.
  • Ability to proactively recognize and address potential issues which could impact merchandise quality
  • Positive individual who thrives on building new processes and influencing others in a dynamic, fast paced environment
  • Able to generate accurate work product quickly as requested and influence others to do the same
  • Ability to work across all divisions and levels of the organization.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, SharePoint
  • Experience working with PLM systems a plus
  • Proven ability to independently problem solve, analyze and assess

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