Summary from listing
Ariat is hiring an Apparel Supplier Quality Engineer to lead quality operations for suppliers in Mexico and Central America, including El Salvador, Nicaragua, and Guatemala. The field-based role requires approximately 70% travel and covers supplier audits, qualification, performance monitoring, CAPA, in-line and final inspections, pre-production controls, sample review, risk mitigation, and cross-functional collaboration. Candidates need at least 10 years of apparel and denim quality operations experience, a relevant engineering or textile degree, English and Spanish fluency, knowledge of garment construction and apparel manufacturing, familiarity with US product safety standards, and experience with root cause analysis and CAPA. The contract position may be eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401k through a payrolling agency.

