Quality Assurance Engineer

Job Title: Quality Assurance Engineer – QMS (Automotive Forging)

Location: Pune

Experience- 3+ years

Ctc-upto 5 lpa (depends on interview )

Working days- 6 days

Position Summary:

The QA Engineer – QMS will be responsible for ensuring that all quality management system (QMS) activities in the forging plant comply with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer-specific requirements (CSR).The role focuses on developing, maintaining, and improving the QMS; conducting internal audits; and supporting process and product quality in cold and hot forging operations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Quality Management System (QMS):

• Maintain and continuously improve the IATF 16949-compliant QMS.
• Prepare, control, and update Quality Manual, Procedures, Work Instructions, and Formats.
• Ensure all process documentation (PFMEA, Control Plan, Flow Diagram) are current and approved.
• Facilitate management reviews, internal audits, and customer audits.

2. Audits & Compliance:

• Plan and execute internal quality audits and follow up on corrective actions.
• Support customer and third-party audits (IATF, OEM, Tier-1).
• Ensure compliance to Customer Specific Requirements (CSR).
• Maintain calibration, traceability, and document control systems.

3. Process & Product Quality:

• Monitor in-process inspection, SPC, and forging parameters (temperature, load, die condition).
• Support root cause analysis (RCA) and 8D corrective action for customer complaints.
• Conduct MSA (Measurement System Analysis) and capability studies (Cp, Cpk) for key characteristics.
• Review and approve PPAP and control plans.

4. Continuous Improvement:

• Drive improvement projects to reduce defects, rework, and process variation.
• Support KAIZEN, Poka-Yoke, and 5S initiatives on the shop floor.
• Participate in cross-functional teams (CFTs) for problem solving and process improvements.

Qualifications & Skills:

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in Mechanical, Metallurgical, or Industrial Engineering.

Experience:

• 3–6 years of experience in automotive manufacturing (preferably cold/hot forging, machining, or heat treatment).
• Hands-on experience with IATF 16949 implementation, PPAP, and APQP documentation.
• Exposure to customer audits (OEM or Tier-1) is mandatory.

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and Core Tools (APQP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, PPAP).
• Understanding of forging process parameters, defects, and inspection methods.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Excel (data analysis), and QMS software (if applicable).
• Knowledge of GD&T, inspection gauges, and metrology.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving approach.
• Ability to work under pressure during audits and production challenges.
• Strong teamwork and leadership in cross-functional groups.

Preferred Certifications (Optional but Advantageous):

• Internal Auditor Training – IATF 16949 / ISO 9001
• Six Sigma Green Belt / Lean Manufacturing
• SPC / MSA / Core Tools Certification

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Thanks & Regards

Jyoti (Recruitment Executive)

9211711373

jyoti.shah@orbitouch-hr.com

Orbitouch Outsourcing Pvt Ltd

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹400,000.00 - ₹500,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Application Question(s):

• do you have an experience in quality assurance?
• do you have an experience in automotive (forging) Industry?
• currently are you working in automotive ( forging) Industry ?
• do you have an experience in forging process parameters, defects, and inspection methods.?
• are you comfortable for Pune Location ?
• What's your current ctc?
• what's your expected ctc?
• what is your notice period?

Experience:

• Quality Assurance Engineer: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person