Sr. Engineer-Quality

PREAMBLE: The Senior Engineer/AM – Quality will be responsible for ensuring product quality at all stages of manufacturing, from incoming materials to final product dispatch. The role involves leading quality improvement initiatives, addressing customer concerns, monitoring supplier performance, and driving compliance with industry standards such as IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001.

𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨n: B Tech. Mechanical

Skills Required:
1. Production & Process Knowledge – Understanding of machining, assembly, and critical process parameters for defect prevention.
2. Supplier Quality Management – Experience in supplier audits, PPAP, APQP, and incoming material quality control.
3. Problem-Solving & RCA – Expertise in 8D, Why-Why Analysis, Fishbone Diagram, and CAPA implementation.
4. Gauge & Instrumentation Knowledge – Calibration, MSA studies, and measurement techniques (CMM, Contour, Roughness, etc.).
5. Lean & Continuous Improvement – Experience in Kaizen, Poka-Yoke, and Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) reduction initiatives.
6. Customer Quality & Warranty Analysis – Handling customer complaints, 0KM & field failure analysis, and warranty claim reduction.
7. Statistical Process Control (SPC) – Control charts, process capability studies, and data-driven decision-making.
8. FMEA & Control Plan Development – Expertise in PFMEA, DFMEA, and control plan creation for risk mitigation.
9. Shop Floor Management – Workmen supervision, shift planning, and adherence to 5S & safety standards.
10. New Product Development (NPD) – Involvement in prototype and pre-launch quality planning.
11. Regulatory & Customer-Specific Requirements – Compliance with IATF 16949, OEM-specific requirements, and homologation standards.

𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: 5-8 Years

Job Description:

1.Process & Production Quality Control
➢ Monitor in-process quality by setting standards and supporting production teams in achieving them.
➢ Ensure adherence to patrol inspection schedules and review inspection reports periodically.
➢ Oversee PDI (Pre-Dispatch Inspection) activities to ensure final product quality.
➢ Drive quality improvement projects, including customer and internal initiatives.

2. Supplier & Incoming Quality Management
   ➢ Monitor and control the quality of incoming materials from all vendors.
   ➢ Conduct periodic supplier visits to ensure continuous improvement in their service.
   ➢ Review supplier rejection reports and ensure implementation of corrective actions.
3. Customer Quality & Complaint Handling
   ➢ Ensure preparation of timely and accurate countermeasures to address customer issues.
   ➢ Conduct periodic visits to customers to address critical concerns on priority.
   ➢ Review customer rejection reports and drive corrective and preventive actions.
4. Quality Systems & Audits
   ➢ Ensure compliance with QMS, EMS, and OHSMS standards (IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
   ➢ Lead quality audits for the plant, coordinating with all departments for effective implementation.
   ➢ Ensure proper documentation of NCs (non-conformities) and implementation of corrective actions.
5. Cost Control & Budgeting
   ➢ Finalize and adhere to the department budget while minimizing operating costs.
   ➢ Monitor and control costs due to rejections and rework, supporting other departments in cost reduction.
6. Inspection, Testing & Calibration
   ➢ Ensure adherence to SPC/MSA methodologies for process stability and capability analysis.
   ➢ Monitor the standard room activities, ensuring accurate gauge calibration.
7. Continuous Improvement & Problem-Solving
   ➢ Drive defect prevention strategies using tools like 7QC, FMEA, and 8D problem-solving methodology.
   ➢ Implement Lean, Kaizen, and Poka-Yoke initiatives to enhance quality performance.
   ➢ Support other departments in managing quality within their processes.