GATEWAY AXIS

Position Title: Part-Time Quality Control Inspector Raw Materials & In-Process Production (Textiles) Preferred Base Location: Ludhiana Engagement Model: Part-Time / Freelance (Man-Day Basis) Reporting Structure: To Quality Assurance and Sourcing Divisions Role Overview: The role entails the execution of on-site quality control functions focused on raw material verification and in-process production monitoring at vendor facilities. The incumbent will ensure strict adherence to material specifications, quality benchmarks, and production protocols as per company-defined standards. Core Responsibilities: Raw Material Quality Assessment: Conduct structured physical inspections of textile materials (GSM, Width, Colour Matching, Pile Length) at supplier warehouses or manufacturing premises. Validate conformity to pre-approved technical specifications. On-Site Testing & Evaluation: Utilize supplier infrastructure and available lab equipment to perform basic quality tests such as GSM, shrinkage, tensile strength, dimensional stability, and color fastness (as applicable). Inspection Documentation: Compile detailed inspection reports including photographic evidence, test readings, material deviations (if any), and corrective action recommendations. Ensure traceability and audit readiness of all documented inspections. Production Oversight: Conduct unannounced factory visits to evaluate ongoing production processes for alignment with approved samples, workmanship standards, and production timelines. Identify lapses in quality assurance during bulk manufacturing. Compliance Verification: Monitor supplier adherence to agreed production schedules, manufacturing processes, and internal quality checkpoints. Escalate deviations promptly to internal stakeholders. Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate closely with the sourcing, product development, and QA teams to flag non-compliance, material substitutions, or performance anomalies and drive prompt resolution. Candidate Requirements: Location Suitability: Must reside in or near Ludhiana to facilitate rapid deployment to supplier facilities with minimal lead time. Technical Competence: Strong foundational understanding of textile manufacturingincluding raw material sourcing, yarn/fabric construction, processing techniques, and finishing treatments. Quality Assurance Expertise: Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on experience in conducting field inspections, implementing quality control protocols, and interpreting textile test results. Equipment Familiarity: Working knowledge of laboratory testing tools such as GSM cutters, washing machines, crock meters, light boxes, tensile testers, etc. Operational Independence: Ability to conduct solo field visits, make quality-related judgment calls on-site, and report findings objectively without external direction. Reporting Proficiency: Competent in preparing digital inspection reports, utilizing photo/video documentation, and maintaining accurate logs for quality audits.