Raw Materials Quality Engineer (eastern Hemisphere)

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the correct understanding and implementation of Fanatics policies and procedures in our T2 suppliers.
• Visit and audit our T2 factories manufacturing the raw materials used in Fanatics products along the Eastern Hemisphere.
• Analyze and propose solutions related to raw materials when needed.
• Assist PI Director with special projects and additional responsibilities as needed.

Job Requirements

• Years of Related Professional Experience: 10+ in companies associated with apparel raw materials (preferable)
• Advanced Experience in Textile Manufacturing Processes (Spinning, Knitting, Weaving, Dyeing, Finishing, Cut, and Sew)
• Advanced Experience in Quality Management Processes, for Textiles
• Experience Implementing Quality Control Processes at Textile Mills
• Experience Conducting Textile Mill Technical Audits
• Proficiency Inspecting Textile Fabrics
• High Level of Color Acuity
• Experience in Color Measurement of Textiles
• Proficiency in Apparel Measurement and Audits
• Advanced Understanding of Textile Testing (Standards, Specifications and Protocols… AATCC, ASTM, ISO, BIS, JPN, etc.)
• Advanced Knowledge of Trouble-shooting and Problem Solving for Textiles and Apparel (6 Sigma, 3 Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Scientific Method, Kaizan, Benchtop Chemistry, etc.)

Experience Analyzing Statistical Process Controls (6 Sigma, 3 Sigma)

Fanatics Collectibles is a leading licensor, producer, designer, and seller of physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets for entertainment and sports properties globally, as well as a manufacturer of physical and digital trading cards. It has secured exclusive licensing arrangements with major national professional sports leagues, including the MLB, NFL and the NBA, and related players associations, to produce physical and digital trading cards and other collectibles.

Fanatics Collectibles also has partnerships with a number of individual international sports teams and leagues, as well as owners of other entertainment properties granting similar exclusive rights. Fanatics Collectibles recently announced Fanatics Live, expected to launch later in 2023, which will focus on transforming the digital shopping experience through personality-driven content and entertainment.