Hot Topic · 7 hours ago
Quality Control Tech
La Vergne, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$17/hr - $18/hr
3+ years expHot Topic is a company that focuses on maintaining the quality of its products through effective quality control measures. The Quality Control Tech will independently verify quality standards, ensure compliance with specifications, and collaborate with various departments to uphold product integrity.
ApparelE-CommerceFashionLifestyleMusicRetail
Responsibilities
Independently verifies quality standard of all production and shipment samples
Responsible for ensuring grading, tolerance and spec measurements are correct
Verifies trim, style, color & artwork are accurate to order
Applies technical knowledge of garment construction, fabric, trims, and details for approval
Reviews quality inspection testing and test data reports to ensure all regulatory standards are met
Provide prompt alerts and/or solutions for non-compliant shipments
Appraise and determine the need of chargebacks
Collaborates with Receiving department and Merchants daily
Ensure Purchase Order information is in all applicable systems to process
Responsible in updating department reports throughout the day
Participate in the construction and revisions of SOPs
Performs other job duties as needed
Qualification
Required
3 - 5 years of experience in quality control, spec technicalities, pattern making OR experience working in a retail production environment
Ability to read and interpret spec sheets
Ability to work in a fast paced, multi task environment
Strong organizational and time management skills
Strong PC skills
Excellent follow-up skills and ability to trouble-shoot
Meets deadlines, prioritizes appropriately, copes well with change, and maintains composure under pressure
Is accountable for results, approaches obstacles proactively and looks for ways to resolve problems and issues
Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation)- A distribution center environment. Regularly required to stand, bend and lift/move up to 40 pounds
Preferred
Degree preferred, but not required
Tradestone and/or other PLM system experience preferred
Strong communication skills including ability to work in a team environment, give honest, direct feedback and is a solid verbal and written communicator
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k
Paid time off
Generous employee discount
Access to employee-only sales
Company
Hot Topic
Hot Topic is a retail store that offers music and pop culture licensed apparel, accessories, and gifts.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2013-03-07Acquired
Leadership Team
Steve Vranes
CEO
Michael Yerkes
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
2025-10-17
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