Assistant Manager Quality Assurance

Job Summary:

We are looking for a skilled and quality-conscious Assistant Manager – Quality Assurance to support and strengthen our Quality Management Systems and compliance for the railway sector. The role involves in-process inspections, incoming quality checks, documentation, railway inspections, supplier coordination, and effective implementation of ISO/TS 22163 (IRIS), ISO 9001, and customer-specific standards.

Key Responsibilities:In-Process Quality Control

· Conduct stage-wise inspections on the shop floor in line with approved control plans.

· Verify process parameters, work instructions, and compliance with SOPs.

· Ensure product traceability, control of non-conforming product, and support in final inspections.

Incoming Material Inspection

· Review and verify incoming material certificates, supplier test reports, and sampling inspection.

· Coordinate with stores and purchase for acceptance or rejection of materials.

· Maintain GRN-based quality clearance processes.

Documentation & Quality Records

· Prepare and maintain QAPs, inspection checklists, final inspection reports, and calibration records.

· Prepare work instructions and SOPs for all processes.

· Ensure compliance with railway documentation formats and support submission to authorities.

· Maintain document control, revision history, and record traceability per ISO 9001 and IRIS standards.

Railway Inspection Handling

· Coordinate with inspection agencies (RITES, BLW, CLW, etc.) for inspection planning and execution.

· Ensure readiness of inspection lots and maintain internal quality clearance.

· Attend inspections, clarify technical points, and resolve any NCRs raised by inspectors.

System Compliance (ISO/IRIS)

· Support implementation and internal audits as per ISO/TS 22163 (IRIS) and ISO 9001.

· Participate in Management Review Meetings, CAPA planning, and closure of audit findings.

· Assist in periodic reviews of quality objectives and KPI tracking.

Supplier Quality Management

· Conduct supplier quality performance evaluations.

· Work closely with the procurement team for resolving supplier NCRs and follow-up on corrective actions.

· Support development of new vendors in alignment with quality expectations.

Root Cause Analysis & Continuous Improvement

· Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective action/preventive action (CAPA) for internal and customer complaints.

· Promote quality tools like 7 QC tools, 5 Why analysis, Fishbone, and FMEA.

· Identify and implement quality improvement initiatives across the value chain.

Quality Reporting & MIS

· Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly quality reports and dashboards.

· Track inspection metrics, rework/rejection rates, and internal PPM performance.

· Support cost-of-poor-quality (COPQ) reduction programs.

Calibration & Control of Measuring Equipment

· Maintain calibration schedules and records for all gauges, fixtures, and instruments.

· Coordinate with external labs for calibration compliance per NABL/ISO standards.

Qualifications & Skills:

· Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical / Production / Industrial Engineering.

· 5–9 years of experience in Quality Assurance in manufacturing (preferably railway, automotive, or heavy engineering).

· Working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015, ISO/TS 22163 (IRIS), and railway standards & inspection protocols.

· Familiarity with WPS, PQR, weld inspection, and knowledge of EN 15085 is an added advantage.

· Good command of MS Office, ERP systems, and quality analysis tools.

· Strong communication, documentation, and coordination skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person