Quality Controller

Designsmith Interior Works LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 111,600 - 167,400; Full time

Job summary

Designsmith Interior Works LLC seeks a Quality Controller to oversee quality inspections for joinery products. Responsibilities include inspecting incoming materials, monitoring production stages, and conducting final product inspections to ensure compliance with specifications.

The ideal candidate will have a diploma or bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and a minimum of 5 years of quality control experience in the joinery or construction industry. Knowledge of woodworking materials and quality management systems is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in quality control within the joinery, fit‑out, furniture manufacturing or construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of joinery production processes, woodworking materials, finishing techniques and installation practices.
• Familiarity with quality management systems, inspection procedures and NCR processes.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming materials, verify compliance with project specifications.
• Monitor production stages ensuring dimensional accuracy and quality.
• Conduct final inspections of completed joinery for defects.
• Inspect installations to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Raise Non‑Conformance Reports (NCRs) and coordinate corrective actions.
• Prepare inspection records and quality reports.
• Promote compliance with company quality standards.
• Coordinate with various departments for quality assurance.

Skills

Quality Inspection

Assurance Joinery

Fit‑Out Knowledge

Material Inspection

Production Quality Control

Site Installation Inspection

NCR Corrective Action Management

Attention to Detail

Root Cause Analysis

Problem Solving

Documentation Reporting

Communication Coordination

Time Management

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Wood Technology, Interior Fit‑Out or related field

Job description

The Quality Controller is responsible for ensuring that all joinery products, materials and installation works comply with approved project specifications, quality standards and client requirements. The role oversees quality inspections throughout the production and installation process, identifies non‑conformities and works closely with production and site teams to implement corrective actions ensuring the highest standards of workmanship and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

1. Incoming Material Inspection – Inspect all incoming materials including timber, veneers, laminates, hardware, fittings, adhesives and accessories. Verify materials against approved samples, specifications, purchase orders and project requirements. Identify non‑conforming materials and coordinate with Procurement for replacement or corrective action. Ensure only approved materials are released to production.
2. Production Quality Control – Monitor all stages of production including cutting, machining, assembly, edge banding, polishing, painting, finishing and packing. Ensure workmanship, dimensional accuracy and product quality comply with approved shop drawings and project specifications. Conduct in‑process inspections to identify and rectify quality issues before final production. Verify compliance with approved mock‑ups and client‑approved samples.
3. Final Product Inspection – Perform final inspections of completed joinery items before dispatch. Verify finishing quality, colour consistency, alignment, dimensions, fittings, accessories, labels and overall appearance. Ensure products are free from defects, scratches, damages or workmanship issues. Approve products for delivery only after meeting quality standards.
4. Site Installation Quality Control – Inspect installation works at project sites to ensure proper fixing, alignment, levelling, finishing and coordination with other trades. Verify installation complies with approved shop drawings and project specifications. Conduct site quality inspections during various stages of installation. Prepare snag lists and monitor completion of rectification works before handover.
5. Non‑Conformance & Corrective Actions – Identify quality defects, non‑conformities and workmanship issues. Raise Non‑Conformance Reports (NCRs) where required. Coordinate with production, site teams and project managers to implement corrective and preventive actions. Verify effectiveness of corrective actions before closing NCRs.
6. Documentation & Reporting – Maintain quality inspection reports, checklists, NCRs, snag lists, punch lists and inspection records. Prepare daily, weekly and monthly quality reports. Maintain records of inspection approvals, corrective actions and quality performance. Ensure all quality documentation is complete, accurate and properly filed.
7. Quality Compliance – Ensure compliance with approved shop drawings, project specifications, client requirements and company quality standards. Verify workmanship complies with applicable industry standards and best practices. Support internal and external quality audits. Promote continuous improvement in production and installation quality.
8. Coordination & Communication – Coordinate with Production, Project Managers, Site Engineers, Installation Teams, Procurement and Design departments. Attend production and site coordination meetings when required. Communicate quality concerns and recommend improvement measures. Support client and consultant inspections during factory and site visits.

Qualifications

Experience: Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Wood Technology, Interior Fit‑Out or a related field. Minimum 5 years of experience in quality control within the joinery, fit‑out, furniture manufacturing or construction industry. Strong knowledge of joinery production processes, woodworking materials, finishing techniques and installation practices. Experience in factory inspections and site quality control. Familiarity with quality management systems, inspection procedures and NCR processes. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and quality documentation.

Key Competencies

• Quality Inspection
• Assurance Joinery
• Fit‑Out Knowledge
• Material Inspection
• Production Quality Control
• Site Installation Inspection
• NCR Corrective Action Management
• Attention to Detail
• Root Cause Analysis
• Problem Solving
• Documentation Reporting
• Communication Coordination
• Time Management

Preferred Skills

Strong understanding of timber, veneers, laminates, hardware, and finishing materials. Ability to interpret shop drawings and technical specifications. Excellent observation and analytical skills. Strong communication and coordination abilities. Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines. Experience working on commercial, hospitality, residential, and luxury fit‑out projects.