Role & responsibilities To lead and manage the Quality Control function, ensuring all packaging materials and finished products meet internal specifications, customer requirements, and industry standards. Preferred candidate profile Lead and manage the QC team across all shifts. Inspect raw materials, in-process, and finished goods for compliance. Define and implement QC procedures, test methods, and standards. Maintain and calibrate testing equipment and instruments. Investigate quality issues and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA). Coordinate with production, design, and dispatch teams for quality assurance. Prepare quality reports, trends, and improvement plans. Train operators and QC staff on quality parameters and SOPs. Ensure compliance with ISO, GMP, and customer audit requirements. Handle customer complaints related to product quality.
Prefered candidates from corrugation industry. Production Planning: Develop daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules based on sales orders and forecasts. Ensure the availability of raw materials (kraft paper, adhesives, etc.) and packaging materials. Balance production load across machines (corrugator, printer slotter, die cutter, folder gluer, etc.) Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels of raw materials, WIP (Work-In-Progress), and finished goods. Coordinate with stores and procurement to prevent stockouts or overstocking. Process Optimization: Analyze machine capacity, downtime, and overall equipment efficiency (OEE). Identify bottlenecks and propose solutions to improve throughput. Coordination and Communication: Liaise with sales and customer service to prioritize urgent orders and manage lead times. Coordinate with maintenance to schedule preventive maintenance with minimal disruption. Reporting and Documentation: Maintain accurate production records, schedules, and performance reports. Analyze variances between planned vs actual production and suggest corrective actions.