Join the Dream Team

About Peter Alexander

Peter Alexander is the leading sleepwear designer brand, known and loved by every generation for its fun and creative designs, vibrant colours, quirky patterns and playful themes! Offering high-quality sleepwear, loungewear, footwear, home and giftware, the Peter Alexander experience offers a feeling of laughter and fun. With over 130 stores across Australia, New Zealand and the recent expansion into the UK, Peter Alexander is a brand where you feel comfortable, warm and at home!

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Quality Assurance Technician to join the Peter Alexander team. Reporting into the QA Manager, you will support the QA team to manage fit approvals, product development, fabric testing and ensuring all products meet safety standards and quality compliance.

Responsibilities

• Fit original samples and recommend changes based on fabric suitability
• Issue tech packs for suppliers' costing and initial sampling including clear workmanship, measurements and testing requirements
• Chair fit sessions ensuring Product Manager’s comments and QA comments are collated for the supplier, whilst maintaining fit and workmanship consistency
• Process Fit comments and manage workload to meet critical path KPI’s
• Develop tools and communication to enhance suppliers’ capabilities and fast track approval processes
• Manage Blocks and Fit consistency whilst driving continuous product improvement
• Sound fabric knowledge with ability to read and approve Lab test reports
• Assign labelling care and content ensuring to conform with legal and mandatory standards  
• Provide quality advice to Product Managers on expected outcome in bulk production and suitability of fabric through working closely with suppliers
• Proactive solution-based approach with suppliers & product team
• Conduct wash and wear tests to report back on outcomes as required
• Conduct regular Store audits and manage returns process

Skills and Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Garment Technician in apparel
• Tertiary qualification in Design & Production
• Solid knowledge of pattern making, garment construction, and quality assurance
• Skilled in fabric testing and garment technology
• Experience in product development and production from a QA perspective
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience across multiple categories, especially menswear and accessories, is a plus
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent time management and prioritisation abilities

Perks

• Generous staff discount and access to our sample sales
• Central office location based on St Kilda Rd, with direct access to the picturesque Fawkner Park
• Work closely within a high performing, supportive and collaborative environment
• Engage in continuous learning and development programs to enhance your skills and foster personal and professional growth
• Coffee lover? Indulge in daily subsidized coffee and food options at our onsite café

Above all, we are looking for someone with enthusiasm and who is a great team player. If you are looking to take the next step in your career, then we want to hear from you. Apply now!