Job Title
: Head – Quality Control (QC)
Department
:
Quality Assurance / Quality ControlLocation
: Atlas Transformers India Limited (Por,GIDC)
Reports To
: Plant Head / General Manager / Director – Operations
Industry
: Transformer Manufacturing – Power & Distribution
Job Summary
The Head of Quality Control (QC) is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing all quality control activities across the transformer manufacturing process. This includes ensuring that raw materials, in-process components, and finished transformers meet all customer requirements, international standards (IEC, IEEE, ANSI, IS), and regulatory norms. The QC Head leads the quality team in implementing inspection protocols, managing customer and third-party inspections, reducing internal rejections, and driving continuous improvement. The role plays a vital part in safeguarding product integrity, customer satisfaction, and the company’s reputation for high-performance transformer solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Quality Control Strategy & Leadership:
- Develop and implement the overall QC strategy aligned with company goals and industry best practices.
- Lead, manage, and mentor the entire QC team including inspectors, engineers, and test personnel.
- Establish and continuously improve QC procedures, inspection plans, and quality benchmarks.
- Inspection and Testing Oversight:
- Supervise and approve incoming material inspection (e.g., core, copper/aluminum conductors, insulation, bushings, tap changers).
- Oversee in-process quality control across all stages—winding, core assembly, insulation, tanking, oil filling, and final assembly.
- Ensure routine, type, and special tests (as per IEC/IS/ANSI/IEEE) are conducted as per prescribed norms and accurately documented.
- Ensure calibration and upkeep of all test equipment and measuring instruments.
- Customer and Third-Party Interfacing:
- Coordinate with customers and third-party inspection agencies (e.g., BHEL, NTPC, DNV, TUV, SGS) for inspections, clarifications, and approvals.
- Manage Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and respond to customer feedback, deviations, or NCs (non-conformities).
- Ensure timely preparation and delivery of quality documentation (test certificates, inspection reports, etc.).
- Compliance & Documentation:
- Ensure all quality processes comply with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and other applicable standards.
- Maintain updated quality control records, internal audit reports, NCR reports, and corrective action plans.
- Drive certification, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance across operations.
- Root Cause Analysis & Corrective Action:
- Lead investigations into product failures, customer complaints, and internal quality issues using tools such as 8D, 5 Why, and Fishbone diagrams.
- Implement preventive and corrective actions to eliminate recurrence.
- Monitor quality KPIs such as rejection rates, rework cost, warranty claims, and customer complaints.
- Process Improvement & Quality Culture:
- Promote a culture of quality across the organization with emphasis on first-time-right practices.
- Work with Production, Design, and Supply Chain teams to improve product and process quality.
- Lead initiatives like Six Sigma, Lean, 5S, Kaizen, and poka-yoke systems to drive continuous improvement.
- Team Development & Capacity Building:
- Build and develop a skilled QC team through training, mentoring, and performance reviews.
- Conduct regular workshops on quality awareness, standard updates, and inspection practices.
- Evaluate and improve the competency of team members across various inspection and test areas.
Required Qualifications
- Education: B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical, Mechanical, or Production Engineering
- Experience: 10–20 years of experience in transformer manufacturing industry, with at least 5 years in a senior QC or quality leadership role
- Certifications:
- ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor (preferred)
- Knowledge of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001
- Six Sigma or Lean certifications are an advantage
Technical Skills
- Thorough knowledge of power and distribution transformer manufacturing and testing processes
- Familiarity with international standards: IEC 60076, IS 2026, ANSI/IEEE C57 series
- Proficiency in interpreting electrical and mechanical drawings
- Experience in high-voltage testing, insulation coordination, and failure mode analysis
- Strong command over inspection tools, instruments, gauges, and test rigs
- Working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP/Oracle), MS Office, and QC data analysis tools
Key Competencies
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality excellence
- Problem-solving and root cause analysis expertise
- Effective communication and customer interfacing capabilities
- Strategic thinking and process orientation
- Decision-making under pressure
Working Conditions
- Based in factory or plant environment with frequent floor walkdowns and lab presence
- Occasional travel to customer locations or supplier sites for audits or technical support
- May require extended working hours during audits, inspections, or critical projects
Key Deliverables / KPIs
- Product acceptance rate and customer satisfaction
- Internal rejection and rework cost reduction
- Zero non-conformance during external audits
- Timely closure of NCRs and CAPAs
- On-time delivery of inspection reports and quality certificates
Skills: six sigma,root cause analysis,continuous improvement,inspection protocols,mechanical engineering,erp systems,iso standards,leadership,quality control,electrical engineering,transformer,lean,qc data analysis
