Quality Inspector

We have 2 Openings for QC:

1. For primary Machines

2. For Secondary Machines

   Role Overview

You are responsible for making sure that every component leaving the machining lines is dimensionally correct, and that every assembled item is square, tight, and functionally sound before it moves to sanding.

Key Responsibilities

• Incoming and in-process material checks — verify timber and panel material for moisture content (target range as per specification), warp, twist, bow, cup, knots, splits, grain and shade matching before release to machining.

• First-piece and setup approval — approve the first piece at every CNC, panel saw, moulder, spindle, tenoner, boring and router setup before bulk production is allowed to run.

• Dimensional inspection — check components against drawings and cutting lists using vernier caliper, micrometer, steel rule, tape, try square, digital angle gauge and go/no-go gauges; confirm tolerances on length, width, thickness, squareness and profile.

• Joinery quality — inspect mortise and tenon, dowel, dovetail, dado, rebate and knock-down joints for fit, gap, glue-line thickness, glue coverage, clamping pressure and open/closed assembly time.

• Assembly inspection — verify diagonal and squareness readings, flatness, level, panel gaps, alignment and overall dimensions of assembled frames, carcasses, drawers and doors.

• Hardware and functionality — check fitment and operation of hinges, drawer slides, connectors, locks, castors, levellers and fittings — smooth open/close, no binding, correct reveal and gap.

• Jigs, fixtures and instruments — confirm jigs and fixtures are within condition, and that all measuring instruments are calibrated and within validity.

• Digital inspection recording — complete stage-wise inspection checklists on tablet/system in real time, upload photographs of defects, and close entries before the shift ends.

• Non-conformance handling — raise NCRs, physically tag and segregate rejected or hold material, log rework, and confirm re-inspection after correction.

• Defect analysis — track rejection and rework percentages by operation, machine and operator; support 5-Why and CAPA discussions with data, not opinion.

• Gate clearance — give stage clearance before material moves to sanding, and hand over open issues to the finishing QC in writing.

• Training and discipline — brief operators on repeat defects, correct working method and self-check practice at the machine

Interview process

Virtual and Face-to-Face

Skills:

Skills & Knowledge We Expect

• Able to read and interpret furniture drawings, cutting lists, BOM and joinery details.

• Confident with measuring instruments — vernier, micrometer, moisture meter, angle gauge, square, gauges.

• Practical understanding of wood behaviour: movement, shrinkage, moisture-related defects and how machining settings cause them.

• Familiar with AQL sampling and stage-wise inspection systems.

• Exposure to export orders and third-party or buyer inspections is an added advantage.

Digital / System Requirements (Mandatory)

Both roles must be able to run inspections on a tablet or system — this is not optional and will be tested at interview.

• Comfortable operating a tablet, smartphone or desktop for daily work — not learning it from scratch.

• Able to complete digital inspection checklists, capture and upload defect photographs, and tag them to the correct order, item and stage.

• Able to make entries in ERP / QMS / quality software — NCRs, rework logs, hold and release status.

• Working knowledge of MS Excel or Google Sheets — data entry, filters, basic formulas, and simple daily and weekly reports.

• Able to send clear inspection reports by email or WhatsApp with correct photographs and remarks.

• Understands that a record made at the machine, at the time of inspection, is the deliverable — not a notebook copied out later.

Qualification & Experience

• Diploma / ITI / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical, Production, Wood Technology, Furniture Technology or a related trade; graduates with relevant hands-on QC experience will also be considered.

• 2–3 years of quality experience in a wood furniture manufacturing or export unit (relevant stage experience preferred).

• Working proficiency in Hindi; basic English for reports, buyer formats and email.

What We Look For

• Eye for detail and the confidence to stop production or hold material when the standard is not met.

• Firm but respectful with operators and supervisors — corrects the process, not just the piece.

• Disciplined about records; does not sign off an inspection that was not actually done.

• Comfortable spending the full shift on the shop floor in a dusty, noisy environment.

• Willing to stretch during dispatch and buyer inspection periods.

• It is a Full Time Manufacturing job for candidates with 2 - 5 years of experience.