Quality Control Engineer

Objective: Ensure that all products (pipes, conduits, hoses) meet the company’s quality standards and relevant industry specifications before they are dispatched or moved to the next production stage. Key Responsibilities: 1. Incoming Material Inspection: Inspect raw materials (resins, additives, etc.) for quality and conformity with standards. Verify suppliers' quality certificates and maintain documentation. Report and reject any non-conforming materials. 2. In-Process Quality Checks: Perform regular checks on machine output during production (dimension, color, finish, etc.). Monitor for defects like cracks, bubbles, uneven wall thickness, or burn marks. Ensure correct formulations and settings are used as per product specifications. 3. Finished Product Inspection Conduct final inspection of pipes, fittings, and hoses before packaging. Perform standard tests (impact test, pressure test, drop test, etc.) on a sample basis. Ensure correct labeling, embossing, and printing on pipes. 4. Documentation & Reporting: Maintain daily quality logs and test reports. Prepare non-conformance reports and suggest corrective actions. Ensure traceability by recording batch numbers, machine numbers, and shift details. 5. Calibration & Equipment: Ensure all measuring and testing equipment (vernier calipers, gauges, etc.) is calibrated regularly. Maintain a log of calibration records. 6. Compliance & Standards: Ensure products meet BIS, ISI, and other applicable quality standards. Support audits (internal and external) and provide necessary documents. Follow all safety and compliance procedures in the QC lab and production floor. 7. Feedback & Improvement: Work with production and maintenance teams to address recurring issues. Provide feedback to the plant head on quality trends and suggest improvements. Train shop floor workers on basic quality awareness and first-level checks.