MDAEdge · 2 months ago
Apparel Quality Assurance Engineer
Beaverton, OR
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$60/hr - $63.45/hr
8+ years expMDAEdge is a company focused on apparel quality assurance, and they are seeking an Apparel Quality Assurance Engineer. The role involves overseeing quality standards, managing investigations of non-conformance, and collaborating with various teams to ensure product quality across the supply chain.
Human Resources
Responsibilities
Support major product launches and ensure factory accountability for quality issues
Oversee investigations of apparel non-conformance and drive issue resolution
Provide mentoring and direction to apparel quality engineers
Implement and maintain quality assurance standards and continuous improvement frameworks
Deliver data-driven insights and reports to leadership through dashboards and analytics
Collaborate cross-functionally with teams in product design, technical development, risk assessment, manufacturing systems, and marketplace operations
Ensure compliance with product quality standards across the end-to-end supply chain
Communicate updates and performance metrics to internal and external stakeholders
Lead ad hoc quality or process improvement projects as needed
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 8 years of experience in apparel quality within the apparel industry
Background in apparel production, product development, or manufacturing operations
Strong knowledge of apparel construction and garment manufacturing processes
Experience managing apparel quality in retail or manufacturing environments
Proven success working with international and domestic manufacturing partners
Demonstrated leadership managing cross-functional or matrixed teams
Proficiency with project management systems such as Trellis, Smartsheet, JIRA, Asana, or similar
Expertise with data and quality reporting tools like Tableau, Power BI, Excel, or Smartsheet
Ability to analyze metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Experience with non-conformance management, root cause analysis, and corrective action planning
Familiarity with apparel product integrity procedures and tools
Strong project management and stakeholder communication skills
Excellent cross-functional collaboration in a global environment
Ability to translate technical data into clear, actionable insights
Strategic thinker who anticipates challenges and provides proactive solutions
Strong written and verbal communication abilities
Agility and adaptability in a changing environment
Positive attitude under pressure
Forward-thinking mindset and commitment to innovation
Calm, composed demeanor while managing multiple priorities
Desire for continuous learning and process optimization
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field preferred but not required
PMP, CSEP, or Six Sigma certifications are preferred but not mandatory
Company
MDAEdge
At MDAEdge, we help our clients reinvent innovation, optimize operations, and reshape perceptions—ensuring they remain at the forefront in today’s fast-evolving world.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase