Assistant Quality Manager

Role & responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and company policies.
• Monitor and inspect processes to identify imperfections or deviations from quality standards.
• Develop, Implement, and Maintain a comprehensive IATF
• Identify potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Conduct and monitor the supplier assessment & approval process.
• Monitor and respond to customer feedback and complaints. Implement CAPA to address customer concerns.
• Conduct internal audits to assess compliance with quality and external standards.
• Monitor & assist with the ongoing Quality Performance of approved suppliers.
• Identify areas for process improvements and work with the respective teams.
• Ability to prioritise information for data analysis, use technical experience and analytical thinking and ensure products meet the organisation's and customers' quality and product integrity requirements.
• Evaluate and manage supplier quality performance and work with suppliers to resolve quality issues and improve incoming materials.
• Educate the employees in quality control methods and best practices.
• Maintain all documents in line with IATF requirements.
• Communicate to vendors for all non-conformities and record the corrective actions.
• To do Root cause analysis with different tools.

Preferred candidate profile

10+ years of experience in quality management within a manufacturing environment, Strong knowledge of ISO standards, IATF 16949, and customer-specific quality requirements, Experience in handling internal, customer, and third-party audits, Leadership experience in managing quality teams

Education & Experience:

• BE/B.Tech in Metallurgy or Mechanical Engineering
• 10+ years in automotive quality functions, with at least 5 years in leadership roles
• In-depth knowledge of quality tools, SPC, IATF standards
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills

Skills & Competencies:

• Bachelor s degree in Mechanical engineering with 10-15 years of experience in Quality Function.
• Experience with the Automotive industry, including knowledge of various API, ASME, ISO standards, and Strong knowledge of QMS such as- IATF.
• Auditing experience in IATF, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 API Q1, API 6A.
• Strong personality with own criteria and ability to influence multiple levels of leadership within the organization.
• Able to clearly communicate, convince, motivate and inspire others.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Achieve and maintain industry-specific quality certifications.
• Proficiency in understanding External standards (ASTM, API customer s drawings, material specifications, and Quality requirements.
• Should have Knowledge of the Machining process, Coating process, and Metal working processes like Open & Close Die forgings, Castings & Heat Treatment.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and coordinate effectively with various departments.
• Initiative-taking with a passion for growth and success.