Quality Control Specialist

PENNWOOD PRODUCTS East Berlin, PA Quality Control Facilitator Full-Time Position Position Summary Pennwood Products is seeking a detail-oriented, Quality Control Facilitator to support new product development, manufacturing quality, and communication across departments. This individual will play a key role in ensuring product accuracy and consistency throughout the manufacturing process, from lumber procurement and moulding through staining, painting, and final finishing. Key Responsibilities Assist in new product setup, including reviewing specifications, blueprints, and moulding profiles. Create and maintain product information, specifications, and quality documentation using Microsoft Excel and other computer systems. Identify wood species, grain characteristics, defects, and quality concerns. Assist with color matching and maintaining consistent stain and paint finishes. Monitor product quality throughout all stages of manufacturing and assist in resolving production concerns. Communicate product requirements and quality expectations effectively across departments. Collaborate with production employees, supervisors, and management to troubleshoot issues and improve processes. Assist with customer specifications, quality concerns, and product-related communications. Identify opportunities to reduce defects, improve efficiency, and maintain consistent product standards. Qualifications & Skills College degree or equivalent relevant work experience. Knowledge of wood products, wood species, moulding processes, and finishing techniques. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and manufacturing specifications. Experience with color matching, staining, painting, or finishing quality standards. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong general computer skills. Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities. Ability to work independently and collaborate with employees at all levels of the organization. Previous experience in wood manufacturing, architectural millwork, product development, or quality control preferred. Work Environment This position combines office responsibilities with hands-on involvement throughout our manufacturing facility. Candidates must be comfortable working in a production environment and interacting regularly with employees across multiple departments. At Pennwood, we believe in creating a diverse community that fosters a sense of belonging and innovation. Our Leadership Team is always striving to impress upon all of our employees that each team member and their talents are a valuable part of our Pennwood workforce. You will be inspired by our leaders, encouraged and supported by your teammates, and always motivated to achieve your goals and reach your full professional potential. Are you interested in a career with Pennwood? Would you like to experience for yourself what being a part of our Pennwood family feels like? Become a part of "the Difference" with Pennwood Products! Penn Wood Products, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. The Company makes employment decisions based on merit. It is the Company's policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. Penn Wood Products, Inc. is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States. Please click on the following links for more information.