Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) ensures that a product provided is fit for purpose, meeting the required standards and customer expectations. QA looks at the processes behind product development to prevent issues from occurring, while QC focuses on identifying and correcting any defects in the finished product before it reaches the customer. These roles involve checking materials, construction methods, and manufacturing standards, and may include tasks like writing reports, analysing data, and communicating with suppliers to maintain high-quality production.
Professionals in QA/QC work closely with design, production, and technical teams to ensure clothing and products are safe, consistent, and well-made. Roles can lead to freelancing and Consultancy, or positions such as Technical Manager, Quality Consultant, or Director, and may expand into areas like health and safety or business analysis.
examples of roles within Quality Assurance and Control:
- QA Technologist
- Quality Controller
- Technical Manager
- Materials Testing Technologist
- Clothing Production Manager
- Product Testing
- Control Rework Operative
London College of Fashion courses relevant to careers in Quality Assurance and Control:
- BA (Hons) Fashion Buying and Merchandising
- BA (Hons) Fashion Design and Development
- BA (Hons) Fashion Pattern Cutting
- BSc (Hons) Fashion Management
This list is not exhaustive. It is only an indication of directly connected LCF Courses.