Cashmere Lab Testing & Quality Leader

Founded in 2018, Quince was built to challenge the idea that nice things have to cost a lot. Our mission is simple: to make really high quality essentials for really low prices, produced fairly and sustainably. We believe everyone deserves exceptional craftsmanship and timeless design without the traditional markups. Quince is a direct-to-consumer (DTC) model that cuts out middlemen and leverages just-in-time manufacturing to minimize waste and maximize value.

Quince is a tech company disrupting the retail industry by putting AI, analytics and automation at the center of everything we do. Our unwavering commitment to excellence and company values guide our teams and actions:

At Quince, you will be part of a high-performing team that is redefining what quality, value, and sustainability mean in modern retail. We are a destination for builders, innovators, and operators to come together and challenge the status quo. Our collective ambition is bold. We are creating an entirely new category and customer experience – one that democratizes luxury and provides high quality products at radically low prices. That mission demands a world-class team committed to excellence. 

If you are motivated by impact, growth, and purpose, you will find a strong sense of belonging at Quince.

THE ROLE

• →Lead the testing and quality assurance of cashmere raw materials and finished products.
• →Establish and maintain testing standards for composition, fiber length, fineness, and color consistency.
• →Supervise laboratory operations and ensure compliance with international testing standards (GB, ISO, ASTM).
• →Collaborate with suppliers, brands, and third-party testing institutions (e.g., SGS, BV, TUV, UL, Shanghai Garment Research Institute).
• →Build and manage QA/QC teams, train staff, and implement standardized testing procedures.
• →Provide technical reports and data analysis to support procurement, production, and R&D decisions.
• →Drive continuous improvement in testing methods, including micro-analysis and advanced fiber testing technologies.

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Textile Engineering, Material Science, or related fields.
• Proven experience in cashmere or wool fiber testing, with strong knowledge of raw material analysis.
• Background in either brand-side QA/QC or third-party testing institutions is highly welcomed.
• Familiarity with international and domestic testing methods (composition, length, color, oil content for down/feather).
• Strong leadership and team management skills, able to supervise multi-functional teams.
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities across suppliers, factories, and internal stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset, detail-oriented, and proactive in problem-solving.

Joining Quince means being part of a mission-driven team reshaping retail. You will work alongside talented colleagues, tackle meaningful challenges, and contribute to building a more sustainable, accessible future for customers and partners alike.

Quince provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applications for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 

Quince is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application or to perform the essential functions of a role at Quince, please let us know by completing this accommodation form. We review all requests individually and will work with you to determine appropriate accommodations on a case-by-case basis.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Quince will conduct background checks in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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At Quince, we're dedicated to recruiting top talent who share our drive for innovation. To safeguard candidates, Quince emphasizes legitimate recruitment practices. Initial communication is primarily via official Quince email addresses and LinkedIn; beware of deviations. Personal data and sensitive information will not be solicited during the application phase. Interviews are conducted via phone, in person, or through the approved platforms Google Meets or Zoom—never via messaging apps or other calling services. Offers are merit-based, communicated verbally, and followed up in writing. If personal information is requested to initiate the hiring process, rest assured it will be through secure and protected means.