NPD - Quality Engineer

Job Title: NPD Quality Executive Department: New Product Development (NPD) Location: Pune Experience: 3–7 years Industry: Plastic Moulding / Automotive / Manufacturing Key Responsibilities: Ensure quality assurance during new product development (NPD) and tool trials. Review and approve PPAP, APQP, and control plans. Conduct product validation and part inspection using standard measurement tools. Collaborate with design, tooling, and production teams to resolve quality issues during development. Monitor and report on first article inspection (FAI), sample approval, and customer feedback. Coordinate with suppliers for part quality and technical clarifications. Maintain documentation and compliance with customer and IATF 16949 requirements. Requirements: Diploma/BE in Mechanical/Polymer/CIPET or related field. 3–7 years of experience in NPD quality, preferably in plastic injection moulding. Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, GD&T, and quality tools (FMEA, MSA, SPC). Good communication skills and experience in handling OEM quality systems.