Manager QA

Purpose of the position

The purpose of a Manager of Quality Assurance (QA) is to oversee and ensure the implementation of quality standards throughout an organization's products, services, and processes. They play a crucial role in maintaining high-quality standards, preventing defects, and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities & duties

▌Responsibility 1 – Develop and Implement Quality Assurance Plans: The Manager QA is responsible for designing and implementing comprehensive quality assurance plans that align with the organization's overall quality objectives. Identify potential risks, define testing procedures, and establish quality control measures.

▌Responsibility 2 – Internal Audit and Training: The Manager QA conducts or oversees internal audits to assess the effectiveness of the organization's quality assurance processes. Identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions to enhance overall quality.

1. Conduct/oversee the first internal audit training by December 15th.

2. Identify team members who require internal audit training.

3. Initiate monthly rotating internal audits.

MRM Meetings

1. Conduct MRM (Material Review Meetings) and convert monthly meeting minutes into MRM minutes.

▌Responsibility 3 – Quality Manual and Procedures

1. Review and update the AS9100D manuals, procedures, and forms as needed.

2. Documentation: The Manager QA regularly reviews and updates quality manuals, procedures, and forms to ensure they reflect the latest standards and requirements. Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation for regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.

▌Responsibility 4 – Implementation of Inspection Process (I/P)

1. Review the current use of I/P (Inspection Process) and develop a plan to implement I/P for all steps.

2. Determine the requirements for implementing I/P in terms of education, hardware, and manpower resources.

▌Responsibility 5 – Quality Metrics Review: The Manager QA tracks and analyzes quality metrics, such as COQ (Certificate of Quality), reworks, and rejections. Identify trends, investigate root causes, and implement corrective actions to improve quality performance.

1. Review current quality metrics, including COQ (Certificate of Quality), reworks, and rejections.

2. Establish quality goals to be achieved in the future.

▌Responsibility 6 – Equipment Calibration

1. Review the calibration status of all equipment and send equipment for calibration as necessary.

▌Responsibility 7 – Final Inspection and Shipping Approval

1. Conduct final inspections and provide shipping approval for products ready for shipment.

▌Responsibility 8 – Lead and Manage the QA Team: The Manager QA oversees the team of quality assurance professionals, providing guidance, training, and performance management. Delegate tasks, monitor progress, and ensure the team operates efficiently and effectively.

Essential

Desirable

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

ISO 9001: 2015 Internal Auditor

NDT Level II

Quality Systems and Management

AS9100D

CMM Operations

Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)

Strong understanding of quality assurance standards and methodologies, such as AS9100D, ISO 9001, and Six Sigma.

Work experience & skills

Essential

Desirable

15 - 20 years in a similar field

Exposure to manufacturing,

6 -10 Quality Incharge

Kaizen Implementation

Excellent MS Office and Outlook skills

Personal qualities & behavioural traits

Essential

Desirable

Strong Leadership skills; Strong Mentoring skills

Mentoring skills; Problem-Solving Skills;

Excellent Written and verbal communication skills

Excellent Presentation skills

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹1,000,000.00 - ₹1,500,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person