Alexander McQueen Quality Control Technician

Novara • Italy

Friday, December 20, 2024

Alexander McQueen, a prestigious luxury fashion house founded by Lee Alexander McQueen in 1992, is renowned for its uncompromising quality and creative vision. Since 2001, it has been a part of the Kering Group, a global leader in luxury, and as of December 2023, is under the creative direction of Seán McGirr. With its design team and atelier based in London, the brand is synonymous with individual expression and subversive strength.

1. Monitor external suppliers involved in the production of fashion garments, ensuring adherence to the brand's quality standards, particularly for evening dresses, corsets, outerwear, and formal trousers.
2. Participate in collection presentations and production review meetings alongside merchandising, product development, internal technicians, purchasing, industrialization, and production planning teams.
3. Identify and proactively resolve technical and quality issues during production.
4. Ensure timely completion and accuracy of the first sample garment, approving fit, measurement, and fabrication.
5. Regularly visit workshops to verify compliance with quality standards.
6. Collaborate with internal sample technicians and production modeling to swiftly resolve quality issues.
7. Ensure production aligns with the brand's delivery timelines.
8. Draft quality reports to share with the production planning team.

1. Demonstrated ability to embody Alexander McQueen's Key Behaviours.
2. At least 5 years of experience in a similar role, particularly with haute couture and first-line products.
3. Experience managing relationships with Italian suppliers.

1. Problem-solving capabilities
2. Willingness to travel
3. Proactive and flexible attitude

A minimum of 5 years in quality control within the luxury fashion industry, focusing on haute couture and first-line products.

Alexander McQueen, as part of the Kering Group, offers a diverse and inclusive work environment that values individual and collective talent, fostering adaptability in a constantly changing world.

The workplace culture at Alexander McQueen is driven by empowerment, teamwork, respect, and kindness. The brand emphasizes a supportive environment where respect and appreciation for each individual's contributions are paramount.