Quality Control Inspector

Position Overview: A Furniture Inspector is responsible for ensuring that furniture products meet quality standards and specifications before they are shipped or sold. This role involves inspecting materials, components, and finished products for defects, functionality, and adherence to design and safety requirements. Key Responsibilities: Inspection and Quality Control: Examine raw materials, semi-finished, and finished furniture products for defects such as scratches, dents, warping, or incorrect dimensions. Ensure products comply with company standards, customer requirements, and industry regulations. Testing and Functionality Checks: Test furniture for stability, durability, and functionality (e.g., drawers sliding smoothly, chairs supporting weight, etc.). Verify the accuracy of assembly, fittings, and finishing. Documentation and Reporting: Maintain detailed records of inspection results, including photographs of defects or issues. Generate reports on quality issues and suggest corrective actions to the production team. Compliance and Safety: Ensure all furniture products meet safety standards and are free from hazardous defects. Verify compliance with environmental and manufacturing regulations. Process Improvement: Collaborate with the production team to identify recurring quality issues and recommend process improvements. Participate in root cause analysis to prevent defects in future production runs. Communication: Liaise with suppliers and vendors to address material or component defects. Work closely with design and production teams to clarify specifications and resolve discrepancies. Skills and Qualifications: Education: High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certification in furniture manufacturing or quality assurance is a plus. Experience: Proven experience in furniture inspection, manufacturing, or quality control is preferred. Attention to Detail: Ability to spot minor defects and inconsistencies. Technical Skills: Familiarity with furniture assembly, tools, and quality standards. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify and resolve quality issues effectively. Physical Stamina: Ability to lift, move, and inspect heavy furniture items as required. Communication Skills: Clear verbal and written communication for documentation and reporting. Work Environment: Work may be performed in manufacturing facilities, warehouses, or quality control labs. May require standing for long periods and handling heavy items.