Vendor Quality Inspector (Casegoods)
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Job Location:
Ho Chi Minh City - Vietnam
Monthly Salary:
VND 29000000 - 39600000
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Hi there were Article. Were a North American-based furniture company creating remarkably better furniture experiences one sofa at a time. And as the Quality Inspector you will play a vital role in ensuring that all products meet the companys standards for durability appearance functionality and safety before they reach our customers.
Why We Need You:
In our Quality department the Quality Inspector will conduct quality inspections and testing at the suppliers manufacturing facility verify the implementation of corrective actions provide training to suppliers on quality requirements as needed and provide support for escalated issues within a specific product category (Casegoods).
Why Article
While we sell to the North American market we work closely with a number of our manufacturing partners throughout Asia. As a result we have an office in Thao Dien Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam where we currently have around 70 Particles (people of Article) working.
As a Particle (people of Article) you will have a high level of autonomy to solve challenging meaningful problems the best way you can. That means youre trusted to explore solutions you believe will work best (youre the expert after all). Youll do all this while growing your skills within a company that is redefining the furniture industry.
*Please note*
*Travel: You will primarily work onsite at our factory for the majority of the week (5 days) with occasional office-based responsibilities as needed
*We cover transportation to our vendors!
*This is a one-year contract position with the potential to transition to full-time though it is not guaranteed.
*Please note*
*Travel: You will primarily work onsite at our factory for the majority of the week (5 days) with occasional office-based responsibilities as needed
*We cover transportation to our vendors!
*This is a one-year contract position with the potential to transition to full-time though it is not guaranteed.
What Youll Do:
- Verify materials and construction meet Articles specifications and supplier guidelines.
- Perform inline inspections per Articles requirements.
- Inspect raw materials (wood upholstery hardware) and review material certification and test reports.
- Check assembly ensuring joints fastenings and components meet quality standards.
- Inspect finished products documenting defects in workmanship functionality stability and structure.
- Conduct strength durability and safety tests to ensure quality compliance.
- Report quality issues to production teams for corrective action.
- Provide feedback to improve manufacturing processes and prevent recurring defects.
- Report to the Vendor Quality Lead adhering to quality processes.
- Report any health and safety concerns observed at the suppliers factory.
Who You Are:
- Strong knowledge of furniture materials construction methods and manufacturing processes.
- Hands-on experience in inspection testing quality control or quality audits.
- Sharp attention to detail with the ability to spot even minor imperfections.
- High discipline in following quality standards product specifications and maintaining accurate inspection/testing records.
- Solid quality-first mindset and understanding of how product quality impacts brand reputation.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and suggest improvements (CAPA experience is a bonus).
- Ability to transfer knowledge and train others on inspection techniques and process controls.
- Post-secondary or bachelors degree in Quality Assurance Manufacturing Engineering or a related field.
- Minimum 2 years of quality control or related experience preferably in the furniture industry.
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills with the ability to convey quality findings to cross-functional teams.
- Proficiency with G Suite Microsoft Office Google Docs or similar software tools.
Perks & Benefits:
Life:
- 15 days of vacation*
- 11 National Holidays & 1 extra day for Christmas
- 6 well-being (sick) days*
- 1 Inclusion and Diversity Day
Health:
- Excellent extended health care benefits packages (dental health check mental health)
Company & Office Space:
- State-of-the-art laptops with the tech and tools to easily collaborate
- Be a part of a dynamic company and an internationally recognized brand
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Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Business
- Marketing
- Internal Audit
- Vendor Management
- NDE
- ISO
- Action Plans
- Accounting
- Vendor Quality
- QC
- Due Diligence
- Vendor Performance
- Ensure Compliance
- Metrics
- Data Analysis
