UA Brands (Uniform Advantage Brands) Is Hiring An Apparel Quality Director

Join Our Team as the Director of Quality at UA/Uniform Advantage Brands! 🚀

At UA Brands, we're redefining how healthcare and culinary professionals dress by creating stylish, high-performance uniforms that blend innovative design with practical function. Become a part of a team that values creativity, impact, and community, and help us shape the future of uniforms that break the mold.

About UA/Uniform Advantage Brands 🏢

For over 40 years, UA Brands has been at the forefront of uniform innovation, empowering those on the front lines with apparel that combines style and performance. We are committed to revolutionizing the industry by fostering a creative and inclusive environment.

About The Role 🎯

As the Director of Quality, you will play a pivotal leadership role in developing and executing proactive quality strategies throughout the entire product lifecycle — from pre-production to final delivery. Your responsibility will include implementing scalable quality systems to ensure every style meets stringent performance, fit, and compliance standards.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product Development, Design, Technical teams, and Sourcing to ensure product readiness, factory capability match, and quality excellence.

What You’ll Do ✅

• Lead quality control initiatives across UA Factory (fabric and garments), Distribution Center (inbound), and sourced operations, including overseeing 3rd party audit programs.
• Visit production facilities to evaluate and standardize quality processes, establishing a quality scorecard, and driving continuous improvement through training and engagement with factory partners.
• Develop and implement a unified quality strategy covering fabric testing, pre-production evaluation, and compliance with international regulatory standards.
• Utilize customer feedback (ratings, reviews, returns) to conduct root cause analysis and proactively enhance product quality.
• Create and maintain reporting tools to monitor inbound and outbound quality metrics, ensuring team alignment across locations.
• Manage a cross-functional team of 4 direct reports situated at the Factory, Distribution Center, and Corporate Office.
• Travel up to 50% domestically and internationally to maintain and improve quality standards across facilities.

What You’ll Bring 🎓

• Extensive experience in factory production, quality systems, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving skills focused on improving product quality, process consistency, and operational efficiency.
• Proven success in leading and developing high-performing teams in both U.S. and global settings.
• Data-driven mindset with keen attention to detail and strategic insight generation.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to influence stakeholders and partners.
• Collaborative approach with interpersonal agility and cross-functional relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and experience with PLM systems (Yunique preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion, Textiles, or related disciplines.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English.

Where You’ll Work 🏢💻

HYBRID – The Best of Both Worlds

Enjoy the flexibility of working both on-site and remotely. Spend a few days a week collaborating in our spacious office in the Quad and working from home on other days. Our office offers a vibrant environment with team activities, lunch spots, and a collaborative atmosphere. Employees are expected to be available during core business hours. Company-provided computer included.

Plenty Of Benefits Too 🎁

• Medical, Pharmacy, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program for Life’s Challenges
• Extensive 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Short & Long Term Disability (Company Paid)
• Insurance for Accidents, Hospital Care, and Critical Illness
• Auto, Legal, and ID Theft Protection Insurance
• Nationwide Pet Insurance
• Holiday Pay and Paid Time Off
• Volunteer Time Off to Make an Impact
• Employee Discount Program & Referral Bonus
• Free Parking at Downtown Office
• Regular Social Activities & Events 🎉

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunities 🌍

UA Brands is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We foster an environment of inclusion and support self-management. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities, without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

We Maintain a Drug-Free Workplace 🚫

Skills & Qualifications Summary 🛠️

• Factory production expertise and quality system knowledge
• Strong communication, audit, and data analysis skills
• Experience with continuous improvement and problem-solving methodologies
• Proven leadership and team development abilities
• Cross-functional collaboration experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and PLM systems (Yunique preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion, Textiles, or related field
• Bilingual in Spanish and English