Chanel Knitwear Quality Inspector
Chanel is hiring a Knitwear Quality Inspector in Florence (Osmannoro) to manage inspections and ensure knitwear meets technical and brand standards.
Overview
Chanel is a global luxury fashion house renowned for couture, ready-to-wear, accessories and beauty. The brand is recognized for exacting standards of craftsmanship and artisanal ateliers; as an employer it emphasizes product excellence, atelier savoir-faire and rigorous quality across its manufacturing and sourcing network.
Role & Responsibilities
- Conduct incoming, in-process and final inspections of knitwear against technical packs, dimensional charts and approved samples.
- Identify, classify and document defects (gauge issues, runs, holes, seam/finish faults, colour or dimensional non-conformities) and apply AQL/acceptance criteria.
- Measure garments and components using precision tools and record measurements in quality reports and inspection databases.
- Liaise with production, pattern and sample teams to investigate root causes and implement corrective actions and preventive measures.
- Prepare clear inspection reports, non-conformance notices and trend analyses; escalate recurring quality issues to management.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives by proposing process, material or workmanship improvements to reduce rejects and rework.
- Participate in supplier audits and on-site technical trainings to ensure compliance with brand standards and specifications.
Qualifications
- Proven technical knowledge of knit construction, yarns and garment manufacturing processes.
- Ability to read and interpret technical packs, size/tolerance charts and quality standards.
- Strong attention to detail and systematic approach to defect classification and measurement.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills to coordinate with production and vendor partners.
- Familiarity with quality management methodologies and inspection protocols (AQL); experience with corrective action workflows.
Skills
Experience
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in quality control or quality assurance within knitwear or garment production, preferably in a luxury or premium fashion environment.
Education
Technical diploma or degree in textiles, fashion technology, apparel engineering or equivalent practical experience.
Workplace
The role is situated in Florence, Tuscany, Italy. There are currently 69 open positions in Florence on Cerulean, with 1 added recently. Within Tuscany, Cerulean currently features 268 open roles, including 3 recent additions. Across Italy, Cerulean lists 1.295 open roles — 27 of them newly added.
Culture
Chanel combines atelier traditions with rigorous quality governance; the workplace values meticulous craft, discretion and collaborative problem-solving. Teams operate in a detail-oriented environment where artisan skill and relentless standards drive product excellence.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.