In-Line Quality Assurer – Durban

About the role

Our client, a leading South African manufacturer of branded apparel and promotional merchandise, is seeking an experienced In‑Line Quality Assurer for its Durban facility. You will be responsible for ensuring that every product leaving the production floor meets customer specifications and internal quality standards.

Key responsibilities

• Inspect and approve first‑off samples before bulk production, verifying embroidery artwork, thread colours, placement, sizing and stitch quality.
• Conduct continuous in‑line quality inspections across multiple production lines, identifying defects such as thread breaks, poor registration, tension issues, puckering and stitch inconsistencies.
• Work closely with production supervisors, embroidery operators and warehouse staff to resolve quality concerns immediately and prevent defective items from progressing.
• Perform final product inspections before packing and dispatch, confirming garment sizes, branding accuracy, trimming and overall finish.
• Maintain accurate quality reports and contribute to continuous‑improvement initiatives.

Required profile

• Strong eye for detail and a passion for maintaining high quality standards.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and communicate effectively with production teams.
• Experience in textile or apparel production quality control is preferred.

Required skills

• Embroidery quality inspection
• Defect identification and resolution
• First‑off sample approval
• Final product inspection