Quality Testing & Color Tech

VARSITY SPIRIT, A VARSITY BRANDS COMPANY - THE DRIVING FORCE IN SPIRIT ACROSS CHEER, DANCE, BAND AND YEARBOOK

For over 50 years, Varsity Spirit has been the leading global source for all things spirit, including cheerleading, dance team, performing arts and yearbook. Focused on safety, entertainment and traditional school leadership, Varsity Spirit’s 5,000+ employees are dedicated to celebrating school spirit. A leader in apparel innovation, educational camps, clinics, competitions, and yearbook, Varsity Spirit impacts more than a million athletes each year.

OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFETY

At Varsity Spirit, the safety and wellbeing of the young people we serve is of the utmost importance. Since our inception 50 years ago, we have been – and remain – steadfastly committed to doing our part to create a safe and positive environment for our participants’ physical, emotional, and social development, and promoting an environment free from abuse and misconduct. Varsity has a zero tolerance for abuse in its programs, events, and associated business activities. Varsity is committed to reporting all suspicions, allegations, and incidents of abuse in full accordance with local laws and reporting requirements. Learn more at Our Commitment to Safety - Varsity.com.

WORK TYPE: Onsite   

LOCATION DETAILS Farmers Branch, TX

WORK HOURS Monday – Friday, 7am – 4pm

Full time regular position, team members work 8-hour shifts for 40 hours per week. Shift times may vary, and extra hours may be added to your schedule to ensure we fulfill our commitments to customers.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented individual to join the Varsity Brands team as a Quality Assurance Testing and color Technician. This role is responsible for conducting performance testing on fabric, finished garments and trims.  This role also includes color and shade matching evaluations using both visual and instrumental methods ensuring consistency across Varsity Brands fabrics and manufacturers.  This position requires an understanding of textile testing methods as well as the ability to interpret technical data.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

• Conducts internal product performance testing.  Operates testing equipment, conducts testing in accordance with ASTM and AATCC protocols, and drafts internal test reports.
• Educates and communicates Product Performance Standards to internal teams, and fabric mills.
• Manages internal testing laboratory. Maintains and calibrates all testing equipment.
• Coordinates third party lab testing when required.  Review third party test reports and provide feedback to key stakeholders.
• Analyze any recurring product performance testing issues and report findings to leadership.
• Conduct color assessments on fabrics and trims using spectrophotometers, light booths, and other visual evaluation tools.
• Review and analyze color submissions from suppliers, ensuring adherence to the company’s color standards.
• Subject matter expert for all technical product performance related matters.
• Partners with Raw Materials, Product Development, Sourcing, and Design to stay aligned and informed with respect to product updates, new and existing suppliers, regulations, etc.
• Maintains relationships with 3rd party testing services and vendors
• Stays current on new technologies in the textile industry with respect to new fibers, finishes, testing protocols, etc.
• Conducts Trouble-Shooting testing to determine root cause of customer returns and complaints.
• Interacts with Factory Questions and Returns personnel related to the above.
• Provides technical expertise and support during the product life cycle.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE/ SKILLS/ ABILITIES

• Strong interpersonal, written, verbal communication, presentation, and decision-making skills with ability to interface effectively with individuals at various levels.
• Analytical, organizational, problem solving, and creative resolution skills.
• Familiarization with Industry standards including FTC, AATCC, ASTM preferred.
• Ability to pay strict attention to detail and meet critical deadlines within a high-volume environment.
• Proficient in executing tests.

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED required, bachelor’s degree in Textiles, Chemistry, or comparable degree preferred 
• 1-2 years’ experience in the Textile & apparel industry preferred  
• Knowledge of AATCC, ASTM, ISO standard test methods 
• Knowledge of federal regulatory requirements pertaining to textiles and apparel including CPSC, FTC, Prop 65, FLA, etc. 
• Working knowledge of textile/apparel product processes and performance, testing standards, and requirements including proven ability to make technical decisions impacting product at all stages of production. 
• Experience in PLM or related system for management of product testing. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

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Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job.

JOIN THE BEST TEAM IN SPORT & SPIRIT

At Varsity Brands, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to succeed and every educator wants to make a difference. It takes a team to make a real impact, and through our two divisions – BSN SPORTS and Varsity Spirit – and our network of 6,000+ employees and independent representatives, we are proud to partner with a wide range of educational institutions and club and professional sports to transform the student journey in SPORT and SPIRIT.

OUR VALUES

Service - We lead with heart. We champion community.

Passion - We love what we do. It fuels our purpose.

Integrity - We do what we promise. We own our actions and decisions.

Respect - We earn it by giving it. Because everyone deserves it.

Innovation - We never stop striving to be better. For ourselves and our community.

Transparency - We are committed to openness and honesty in everything we do.

OUR BENEFITS

We are committed to putting you and your families first. For benefits eligible roles, we offer a variety of choices and costs as well as program enhancements that align with our responsibility to elevate the employee experience. Some of our offerings include:

• Comprehensive Health Care Benefits
• HSA Employer Contribution/ FSA Opportunities
• Wellbeing Program
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability
• Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Varsity Brands Ownership Program
• Employee Resource Groups
• St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities
• Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment!

Varsity Brands companies are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.