Quality Control Specialist

Odyssia is one of India's leading lifestyle footwear brands, headquartered in Kozhikode, Kerala, and owned by Rapture India Footcare Company Private Limited. Since its establishment in 2005, Odyssia has grown into a trusted name in the footwear industry, known for delivering high-quality, comfortable, and fashion-forward products.

With a strong manufacturing network and presence across domestic and international markets, Odyssia continuously focuses on innovation, quality excellence, and customer satisfaction. The company follows stringent quality standards throughout its production processes to ensure durability, comfort, and superior craftsmanship in every product. Driven by a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence, Odyssia is committed to building a skilled workforce that contributes to its vision of creating world-class footwear for modern consumers.

The Quality Control Specialist will be responsible for monitoring product quality throughout the manufacturing process, ensuring compliance with company standards, customer requirements, and quality protocols. The role requires close coordination with production teams to identify defects, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous quality improvement.

• Conduct in-line, end-line, and final quality inspections across production processes.
• Monitor adherence to quality standards, specifications, and SOPs.
• Identify, record, and analyze product defects and non-conformities.
• Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and support Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).
• Ensure compliance with quality requirements for upper, sole, assembly, finishing, and packing processes.
• Verify product measurements, appearance, workmanship, functionality, and packaging quality.
• Maintain inspection records, quality reports, and audit documentation.
• Coordinate with Production, Planning, Merchandising, and Packing teams to resolve quality issues.
• Conduct quality audits and process verification across assigned production units.
• Monitor defect trends and recommend process improvements to reduce rejections and customer complaints.
• Support implementation of new quality initiatives, standards, and best practices.
• Train production operators and supervisors on quality requirements and defect prevention.
• Ensure timely closure of quality concerns and follow-up on corrective actions.
• Participate in new product and process quality validation activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree / Diploma in Engineering, Quality Management, Industrial Production, Footwear Technology, or related field.
• 0–2 years of experience in Quality Control, preferably in Footwear, Apparel, Leather, FMCG, or Manufacturing Industry.
• Freshers with strong technical knowledge and willingness to learn are encouraged to apply.
• Understanding of quality inspection techniques, defect analysis, and process control.
• Knowledge of QC documentation, audits, and reporting systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage quality activities across production units.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and reporting tools is preferred.
• Willingness to travel between production units when required.

Preferred Skills

• Quality Inspection & Auditing
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• CAPA Implementation
• Defect Analysis & Reporting
• Process Improvement
• Quality Documentation
• Team Coordination & Training
• Footwear Manufacturing Knowledgeli>

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