The Quality Manager is responsible for ensuring that all wood products meet established quality standards before they reach the customer. This role involves setting up quality control systems, monitoring production processes, inspecting raw materials and finished goods, training staff on quality standards, and working with production teams to resolve quality issues.
Key Responsibilities1. Quality Control & Assurance
Develop, implement, and maintain
quality management systems
(QMS) tailored for wood manufacturing processes.
Inspect
raw timber, plywood, veneers, and other input materials
for defects before production.
Monitor
machining, assembly, sanding, finishing, and packaging
processes to ensure compliance with specifications.
Conduct
final inspections
of finished furniture or wood products before shipment.
Maintain compliance with
industry standards
(e.g., IS standards, ISO 9001, FSC certification if applicable).
2. Process Improvement
Identify areas for process optimization to reduce defects, rework, and wastage.
Recommend changes in
production techniques, tooling, or finishing methods
to improve quality.
Work closely with production and maintenance teams to solve recurring quality issues.
3. Documentation & Reporting
Maintain
inspection records
, quality test results, and defect logs.
Prepare
quality reports
for management, highlighting trends, root causes, and corrective actions.
Ensure calibration and proper functioning of measuring instruments.
4. Training & Compliance
Train operators, carpenters, and finishers on
quality standards, handling, and safety
.
Promote a
quality-first culture
among staff.
Ensure compliance with
health, safety, and environmental regulations
related to wood processing (dust control, chemical handling for polishing/finishing, etc.).
Skills & Competencies
Strong knowledge of
wood types, grading, seasoning, and treatment processes
.
Familiarity with
woodworking machinery and finishing techniques
.
Understanding of
quality inspection tools
(calipers, gauges, moisture meters).
Problem-solving and
root cause analysis
skills.
Leadership and communication abilities to enforce quality standards.