Quality Assurance Inspector (PRIME Division)

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S&S Activewear LLC

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Posted 19 days ago

Full Time

Chicago, Illinois

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Smart Summary

The Quality Assurance Inspector ensures all products adhere to current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and internal quality specifications, playing a critical role in maintaining product integrity. Responsibilities include reviewing documents, investigating quality issues, performing line clearances and physical testing, and communicating results to management.

We are looking for a Quality Assurance Inspector to ensure products comply with GMP and quality specifications. Key skills include attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to follow procedures. Prior QA experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred, and candidates must be available for overtime as needed.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Quality Assurance

GMP Compliance

SOP Review

Inspection

Physical Testing

Data Interpretation

Communication

Attention To Detail

Organization

Interpersonal Skills

Process Protocols

Batch Records

Line Clearance

Manufacturing

Reporting

Adaptability

Job Description

PRIME Division

PRIME LINE - POWERED BY S&S ACTIVEWEAR 

Prime Line, the hard goods division of S&S, brings promotional product distributors top products in the best-selling categories. Backed by high achieving commercial groups, Prime Line is here to service every need a customer may have.

ABOUT US

S&S Activewear is a leading North American, tech-enabled specialty distributor of imprintable apparel, including t-shirts, fleece, athletic wear, headwear, workwear, scrubs and accessories. We pride ourselves on being the “critical link” that enables our 100+ brand partners such as Adidas, Columbia and Gildan to reach our hyper-fragmented base of customers, comprised of apparel decorators, eRetailers and promotional products distributors that embellish apparel items for diverse end consumer use cases (e.g., everyday wear, concerts, fitness attire, life events, team sports, etc.). At S&S, we differentiate in the market through a customer service focus, strategic product portfolio, world-class distribution infrastructure, a collaborative growth culture and a relentless focus on technology and innovation. 

Our success has compounded since the Company’s humble beginnings in 1988 as a regional t-shirt distributor to a leading, multi-billion-dollar value-added distribution platform that drives market penetration for our suppliers while enabling the growth, operations and fulfillment for a diverse range of customers across channels and business sizes.  We strive to be the apparel distributor of choice while inspiring and fostering growth for customers, employees and suppliers through our core values of service, deep relationships, innovation, continuous improvement and accountability.

This position is part of our PRIME division, operating under the S&S Activewear parent company. PRIME plays a key role in delivering specialized solutions while aligning with the broader mission and values of S&S Activewear.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Quality Assurance Inspector ensures that all products are manufactured in full compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and meet all internal quality specifications. This role plays a critical part in maintaining product integrity and supporting a culture of quality throughout the manufacturing environment.

SCHEDULE

Monday - Friday, Full-Time, non-exempt

WHAT YOU WILL DO

  • Review documents to ensure they meet GMP and site SOP requirements.
  • Identify, investigate, and prepare reports on quality issues.
  • Perform line clearance, inspections, and physical testing in manufacturing areas.
  • Interpret generated data and communicate results to Quality management.
  • Maintain effective communication and partnership with Operations and Materials Management department. 
  • Adapt to changes in the work environment and must be able to change shifts or work overtime and/or weekends, as needed.
  • Ability to read, write and interpret documents such as batch records, SOPs, and Process Protocols and Reports.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

  • QA experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
  • Ability to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness while completing work in a timely manner.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Follows instructions, policies, and procedures
  • Must be available for overtime as needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

In performing this job, the employee must stand and walk for an 8+ hour shift. Additionally, the position requires frequent grasping, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and handling of items with hands and arms, up to 50 lbs. Moderate hand-eye coordination, near vision, far vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, adjusting focus and hearing.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

  • The job will be performed entirely in the warehouse where conditions can range from warm to cool.
  • The job will be performed around warehouse machines and equipment with a moderate level of noise.
  • Employee must be able to work in a high-volume, high-demand environment while meeting strenuous customer deadlines.
  • Employee must be able to change priorities or job duties as needed and interact with employees at all levels.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

S&S Activewear welcomes people of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to creating a diverse culture and supporting human growth. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. We conduct business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer, and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons. S&S participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.  This job offer is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check.

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S&S Activewear LLC

Founded in 1988 and headquartered in Bolingbrook, Illinois, S&S Activewear is a leading, technology-enabled apparel and accessory distributor in the United States and Canada. S&S offers more than 80 brands, including basic garments to fashion-forward styles, with over 4 million square feet of warehouse space throughout North America. S&S services a broad range of customers through its nationwide network, including retail brands, e-commerce companies, garment decorators, promotional products distributors, entertainment merchandisers, lifestyle brands and web-based platforms for apparel customization.

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