Executive - Quality

Coats is a world leader in thread manufacturing and structural components for apparel and footwear, as well as an innovative pioneer in performance materials.

Trusted by the world&aposs leading companies to deliver crucial, innovative, and sustainable solutions, we provide value-adding products including apparel, footwear and specialty threads.

With a proud heritage dating back more than 250 years and a spirit of evolution to constantly stay ahead of changing market needs, we have operations across 50 countries with a workforce of over 17,000, serving our customers worldwide.

Coats Footwear

Headquartered in the UK, Coats* connects talent, textiles, and technology to make a better and more sustainable world.

For more info, visit our website: www.coats.com

Designation - Executive Quality

Location:

About the Role

Individual Contributor

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement customer/brand-specific requirements, reports, and inspection systems.
• Manage internal audits, external audit coordination, and non-conformance closure.
• Handle QMS certifications (ISO 9001:2015, IATF 16949:2016, OEKO TEX, GOTS, GRS, BRC Issue 06).
• Prepare and monitor FMEA, CCP, and related action plans.
• Deploy and track progress of Seven QC Tools and Five Quality Core Tools.
• Prepare and circulate weekly, monthly, and quarterly QA reports.
• Update QA documentation, SOPs, and site manuals as required.
• Train new recruits and provide refresher training to manufacturing teams.
• Support environmental and safety compliance (waste management, resource conservation, hazard reviews).
• Act as brand representative for audits and compliance matters.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education:

  B.Tech or Graduate in Textile (Diploma in Textile also considered).

• Experience:

  35 years in garment manufacturing with hands-on QA/audit exposure.

• Preferred Industry:

  Garment / Textile / Apparel.

Key Skills

• Strong knowledge of

  ISO standards

  and

  QMS certifications

  .
• Proficiency in

  FMEA, Seven QC Tools, Five Quality Core Tools

  .
• Knowledge of

  Lean Six Sigma

  (Green Belt or Black Belt preferred).
• Strong documentation and reporting skills.
• Good communication (Tamil & English), problem-solving, and training ability.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Dashboard) & SAP.

At Coats Group, we are committed to innovation, excellence, and fostering a diverse and collaborative environment where every team member can thrive. If you are passionate about making an impact in the textile industry and eager to join a global leader with a rich heritage and a forward-thinking approach, we invite you to take the next step in your career with us.

Apply now to be part of our dynamic team and help shape the future of textiles.