We are currently looking for a Footwear Quality Technologist to join our team at Mr Price. The objective of the role of a Quality Technologist is to provide quality assurance for the products we offer and to partner with the merchant team to provide value driven merchandise.
This is a product and admin focused role which requires the ability to critically assess samples. The role would require the Quality Technologist to research testing methods and carry out performance testing of our products under various conditions to provide assurance that they meet the product specification in line with the Consumer Protection Act.
Responsibilities
Whilst reporting to the Quality Manager, you will work alongside a team of Technologists who support the merchandise buying team. You will be required to approve products using a pre-production seal quality process. You will need to be actively involved to assist buyers/suppliers with all QA related queries to ensure products are suitable for trade.
You will be responsible for completing all the administrative requirements related to this product and process and may be required to do occasional store visits. You will also be required to constantly obtain knowledge through various sources to ensure continuous improvement within this department.
Qualifications- A relevant qualification preferably within Textile Design/ Technology or Production Management.
- At least 2 years previous quality technologist/ auditing experience within a manufacturing environment.
- An understanding of industry quality requirements and performance standards and the ability to review and update these requirements annually.
- The ability to critically evaluate various reports which accompanies a sample.
- A basic understanding of product specifications, materials, product testing and manufacturing processes.
- The ability to carry out quality projects to support continuous improvement within product categories.
- The ability to problem solve at supplier and store level.
- Build and maintain good relationships with all suppliers to enable to meet company objectives.
- Ability to identify and anticipate potential and existing Quality issues/risks on products and actively working with suppliers to put in corrective actions based on the industry best practice to ensure bulk production conforms to the required standards.
- Working alongside the Compliance team to ensure the Quality Standards are in line with industry standards.
Mr Price Group Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to Employment Equity.
Skills Required
- Relevant qualification in Textile Design, Textile Technology, or Production Management
- At least 2 years of quality technologist or auditing experience in a manufacturing environment
- Understanding of industry quality requirements and performance standards
- Ability to review and update quality requirements annually
- Ability to critically evaluate reports accompanying product samples
- Basic understanding of product specifications, materials, product testing, and manufacturing processes
- Ability to conduct quality projects supporting continuous improvement within product categories
- Ability to problem-solve at supplier and store level
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers
- Ability to identify and anticipate product quality issues and risks
- Ability to work with suppliers on corrective actions and industry best practices
- Ability to work alongside Compliance to align quality standards with industry standards
What We Do
Mr Price Group Limited is an omni-channel, fashion value retailer. The Group retails Apparel, Homeware and Sportsware and is one of the fastest growing retailers in South Africa. Our History: 1885 - The first John Orrs store opens 1934 - The first Hub store opens 1952 - John Orrs is listed on the JSE 1967 - Acquisition of two Miladys stores 1986 - Laurie Chiappini and Stewart Cohen, together with BOE, acquire a major shareholding in John Orr Holdings 1987 - The first Mr Price store opens 1991 - Laurie Chiappini and Stewart Cohen acquire control of the Group from BOE 1993 - Launch of the Mr Price Group Share Partnership Initiative 1996 - Acquisition of Galaxy & Co. and Sheet Street 1997 - Alastair McArthur is appointed as CEO 1998 - Mr Price Home launched 2000 - Mr Price opens stores in Botswana and Namibia 2001 - Specialty Stores becomes MR Price Group 2005 - Over 100 million units are sold across the group 2006 - Sale of the Hub and Galaxy divisions 2007 - Launch of Mr Price Sport stores and Mr Price Franchising 2008 - Miladys wins the Orange Index award for excellence in customer service 2008 - Mr Price Apparel is voted the most loved and most frequented retail apparel brand for the first time 2008 - This year Mr Price Home is voted the most loved and most frequented homeware retailer 2011 - Retail sales exceed R10 billion and profit attributable to shareholders exceeds R1 billion for the first time 2011 - The group celebrates the 25th anniversary of change in control, recording a CAGR share of 25.3% and headline earnings per share of 23.5% over this period 2012 - First Corporate owned Mr Price store opens in Lagos, Nigeria 2013 - Mr Price launches its online store
