The Bundeswehr’s uniforms are our business.
From specifications through tendering, awarding contracts, and quality assurance to logistics, distribution, and refurbishment, Bw Bekleidungsmanagement GmbH (BwBM) is responsible for the entire value chain of Bundeswehr clothing—from shoes to helmets.
We provide uniforms for approximately 250,000 active-duty service members, reservists, and civilian employees of the Bundeswehr.
Our mission is as comprehensive as the career opportunities we offer our approximately 2,000 employees at our headquarters in Cologne or at one of our roughly 110 locations throughout Germany. We offer secure jobs and are constantly growing.
For our Product Management department at our headquarters in Cologne, we are looking for you—for a permanent, full-time position —as a
Quality Engineer / Apparel Technician (m/f/d)
Textiles – Sports and Underwear
Product quality is part of BwBM’s Product Management department and supports the procurement process for apparel and equipment from the bidding process through to the delivery of new goods. Quality assurance measures are coordinated as early as the contract award phase and later implemented throughout the manufacturing process. You can expect a dynamic team that enjoys exchanging ideas and supporting one another. Of course, you will receive structured and comprehensive training. The product group you will be responsible for includes sportswear and lingerie (such as sportswear and swimwear, (functional) underwear, sweaters, shirts, socks, and stockings).
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:
As a clothing expert, you will work independently in a small team with structured work processes on the following challenging tasks:
- You ensure compliance with quality standards (from the procurement process through to product delivery)
- You will be responsible for planning, implementing, reviewing, and adapting quality assurance measures
- You will create product and quality specifications, inspection plans, and conduct document, material, and sample inspections, as well as handle customer complaints
- You will provide technical support to the inspection staff at the warehouse locations
- You will serve as the point of contact for contractors as well as internal and external customers; you communicate clearly and enjoy working as part of a team
YOUR PROFILE:
- You have completed vocational training, with a focus on knitting or weaving, in the field of apparel technology, fashion, tailoring, etc., or, if applicable, a college degree or advanced training as a technician or a comparable qualification.
- Through your relevant professional experience, you have acquired comprehensive knowledge of the manufacturing processes for knitwear and woven garments as well as clothing production.
- You have experience with quality assurance methods, quality development, guidelines, and standards, or are willing to learn these areas.
- Proficiency with MS Office applications and experience with SAP are desirable
- Working independently and maintaining high quality standards for your own work are very important to you.
- You are characterized by analytical thinking and a cross-functional understanding of processes.
WHAT WE OFFER:
As an in-house federal agency, we offer you a secure position with the following benefits:
- A permanent, full-time position with competitive compensation at a crisis-proof company
- Long-term career prospects at a crisis-proof company with challenging and varied tasks and projects
- A culture of respect, reliability, and a commitment to excellence
- Flexible work schedules (flexible hours between 6:30 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. with no core working hours)
- Individualized training opportunities, both internal and external
- Hybrid work models available
- Corporate benefits (exclusive employee discounts)
- Modern office spaces at a location with direct access to public transportation and the highway (free company parking)
HAVE WE SPARKED YOUR INTEREST?
Then simply apply through our online application portal.
We expressly welcome applications from people with severe disabilities.
For reasons of process optimization (digitization), sustainability, and data security, we use a digital application portal for our recruiting process.
Therefore, please apply exclusively online.
If you need assistance with the digital application process due to individual needs, please contact us—we’re happy to help.
Your contacts
Florian Schuldt
Phone: 0174 7443270
Bw Bekleidungsmanagement GmbH
Edmund-Rumpler-Straße 8-10
51149 Cologne
