Fabric Quality Inspector

Fairfield-Chair-Company; Lenoir (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairfield-Chair-Company is seeking a Fabric Inspector to perform final quality inspections on fabric received for inventory, ensuring conformity to customer specs and safety standards.

You will read work orders, document results, flag defects, and communicate issues to supervisors. The role requires attention to detail and the ability to lift and move fabric rolls; ISO familiarity is a plus. This position is based in our North Carolina facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification preferred.
• 2+ years in furniture manufacturing, woodworking, upholstery, or quality control.
• Ability to read work orders and understand specifications.
• Familiarity with ISO quality standards.
• Experience using measuring tools (calipers, tape measures, levels).

Responsibilities

• Perform final quality inspections on received fabric before inventory.
• Verify product dimensions and quality against specs and work orders.
• Inspect fabric for defects and structural weaknesses.
• Approve, reject, or flag items for rework based on inspection results.
• Document inspection results accurately in quality control reports.
• Communicate defects and quality concerns to production supervisors and relevant departments.
• Ensure products are clean, properly labeled, and ready for packaging.
• Maintain inspection tools and ensure adherence to workplace safety standards.
• Assist in identifying recurring quality issues and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality control

Reading work orders

Strong observational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification preferred

Tools

Calipers

Tape measures

Levels

Job description

Job SummaryThe Fabric Inspector is responsible for conducting thorough inspections of fabric to ensure they meet company quality standards, customer specifications, and safety requirements before being added into inventory. This role plays a critical part in maintaining product excellence and customer satisfaction.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform final quality inspections on received fabric before its added to inventory.Verify product dimensions and quality with accuracy against specifications and work orders.Inspect for defects such as fabric flaws or structural weaknesses.Approve, reject, or flag items for rework based on inspection results.Document inspection results accurately in quality control reports.Communicate defects and quality concerns to production supervisors and relevant departments.Ensure products are clean, properly labeled, and ready for packaging.Maintain inspection tools and ensure adherence to workplace safety standards.Assist in identifying recurring quality issues and recommend corrective actions.Required QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent (technical certification preferred).2+ years of experience in furniture manufacturing, woodworking, upholstery, or quality control.Strong understanding of furniture construction methods and materials.Ability to read work orders.Knowledge of quality control standards and inspection procedures.Attention to detail and strong observational skills.Basic computer skills for documentation and reporting.Ability to lift and move fabric rolls as required.Familiarity with ISO quality standards.Experience using measuring tools (calipers, tape measures, levels).Strong problem-solving skills.Good communication and teamwork abilities.Ability to work under deadlines in a production environment.Work EnvironmentManufacturing or warehouse setting.Exposure to finishes, adhesives, and upholstery materials.Standing for extended periods and handling large pieces of furniture.Lifting up to 25 pounds