Your Opportunity at ARC’TERYX:
As an AQL Auditor, your main duty is to conduct thorough QC inspections to ensure the brand integrity of Arc’teryx through the maintenance of product construction standards.
This role is based out of our Arc’One Manufacturing facility. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.
Meet Your Future Team:
ARC’One, our manufacturing facility in New Westminster, is home to a team of skilled makers and technicians who bring Arc’teryx products to life. Located near our Design Center, the facility plays an important role in how we prototype, test, refine and manufacture the technical gear we are known for.
Some of our most technically complex products including Alpha SV and new product pilots are built here. The facility also supports ReBIRD repair and renewal programs, helping extend the life of Arc’teryx gear.
This is hands-on, precision work where craftsmanship, problem-solving and continuous improvement come together on the production floor. This is Who We Are.
If you were in the AQL Auditor role now, here are some of the core activities you would be doing:
You conduct thorough QC inspections on Arc One and Overseas finished goods production according to AQL sampling by reviewing all goods with a careful eye, noting and recording deviations from quality standards and defects in our inspection system (Inspectorio) and take careful measurements of goods according to production specs and record results
You review all supporting product documentation before inspection to ensure finished goods conform to design and development expectations (approved sample, Defect code classification, PI-QC handover, Inspection Guideline)
You develop and maintain a thorough understanding of Arc’teryx quality standards as outlined in the Quality Declaration, Principles, Philosophy, Inspection Manual, defect code classification.
You confer frequently with the AQL QC Team Lead, QC Specialists and QC Manager as well as other AQL team members to ensure consistent application of the standards.
You provide guidance on standards to production QCs and Production Supervisors as required.
You work with the Warehouse QC Team lead to perform inspections on goods received from overseas as required.
You work with the QC Team leads and QC Manager on special quality projects and inspections when necessary
You take responsibility for the final decision to accept or reject goods from production according to whether they meet Arc’teryx quality standards
Are you our next AQL Auditor?
You have 5+ years of experience in garment manufacturing and quality control
You have excellent knowledge of apparel construction
You have knowledge of material and textile construction and propertiesYou have general knowledge of inspection principals (AQL Sampling)
You have high attention to detail and ability to focus
You are proficient with multiple computer applications (MS office suite and others)
You are willing to share your knowledge and train other team members
You are comfortable taking responsibility for consequential decisions
You ideally have basic knowledge of a spoken second language
It’s a bonus if you have knowledge of Arc’teryx’s unique products
You are proactive in identifying the root cause of issues and developing solutions
You remain highly flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity
You effectively balance autonomy and collaboration
You inspire breakthrough thinking and continuous improvement
You seek the best (sometimes not the easiest) solutions, with an unwavering commitment to do what is right
Your passion for your work is paralleled by your passion for getting outside and living it
Compensation:
Most new team members join between the start and midpoint of the range, where you can contribute right away while continuing to grow your craft, your collaborations, and your impact at Arc’teryx. This range reflects market alignment and the scope of the role. Individual pay is determined by your skills, experience, and level of responsibility.
We’re committed to fair, equitable, and competitive pay, reviewed regularly to ensure internal alignment and market relevance. Transparency is part of how we follow through on our commitments and how we honour the value you bring to our team.
In addition to base pay, Arc’teryx supports people through benefits designed to sustain both work and life:
- Health & wellbeing - Extended health, dental, and vision coverage, including mental health support, fertility benefits, gender-affirming care and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Financial wellbeing - RRSP matching and eligibility for Arc'teryx Annual Incentive Plan and access to Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP) where applicable.
- Time & Flexibility - Paid time off, wellness time, and No Wasted Day program (dedicated paid days to get outside & explore).
- Family support - Parental leave top-up and a nesting period for new parents.
- Growth, community & gear - Professional development opportunities, Arc'teryx Academies (outdoor skill-building events), Employee Belonging Councils, and access to employee discounts and Pro Deals (exclusive discounted pricing on gear).
*Eligibility for certain programs may vary by role.
Skills Required
- 5+ years of experience in garment manufacturing and quality control
- Excellent knowledge of apparel construction
- Knowledge of material and textile construction and properties
- General knowledge of inspection principles (AQL Sampling)
- High attention to detail and ability to focus
- Proficiency with multiple computer applications (MS Office suite and others)
- Willingness to share knowledge and train other team members
- Comfortable taking responsibility for consequential decisions
- Basic knowledge of a spoken second language
- Knowledge of Arc'teryx's unique products
- Proactive identification of root causes and development of solutions
- Flexibility and adaptability when faced with ambiguity
- Ability to balance autonomy and collaboration
Arc'teryx Equipment Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Arc'teryx Equipment and has not been reviewed or approved by Arc'teryx Equipment.
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Inclusive Benefits Coverage — Coverage extends to part‑time employees and includes gender‑affirming care, fertility and family‑planning drugs, and adult orthodontia, with options that consider diverse household structures. Mental‑health supports and broad eligibility reinforce access across employee groups.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — A generous gear discount, periodic free gear, outdoor outings, and recognition programs like Arc’Adventure align with an outdoor‑oriented culture. Wellness resources such as a flexible wellness account, Headspace access, mental‑health reimbursements, Wellness Days, and an EAP enhance non‑cash value.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — A structured bonus program applies to all regular employees with targets tied to company performance and job level, aiming for equity across roles. Additional mechanisms such as annual incentive opportunities and referral bonuses are also available.
Arc'teryx Equipment Insights
What We Do
Arc’teryx is a global design company based in North Vancouver, B.C. that specializes in technical high-performance outerwear and equipment. We design and manufacture a wide range of mountain sports outdoor apparel and equipment for all conditions and experiences, including mountaineering, ice and rock climbing, skiing, snowboarding, and trail running. Our company is built on a passionate and relentless commitment to design, craftsmanship and performance. We have a unique construction process that enables us to create technical products that can be trusted to perform at the point of extreme need. We are uniquely positioned in our industry as we have our own factory located in New Westminster, BC, which enables us to build products with a meticulous focus on detail and performance. We leverage this manufacturing knowledge and share it with our global partner factories. In the Coast Mountain Range behind our headquarters and design centre in North Vancouver, we field test our products in real world conditions allowing us to create the best-fitting, longest-lasting, highest-performing technical products available. We distribute our outerwear and equipment through more than 3,000 retail locations worldwide, in over 40 countries globally, including 38 branded and outlet stores in Europe, North America and Asia. The company started with six employees in 1989 and now has more than 1000 employees in Canada.
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