Quality Head

• Lead and manage the Quality function and teams across the plant. Lead Incoming Quality Control (IQC), In-Process Quality Control (IPQC), and Outgoing Quality Control (OQC) to ensure product conformance for regular and new products.
• Develop and implement quality strategies aligned with organizational goals and customer requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Quality Methodologies and Quality Tools.
• Oversee the deployment and optimization of Inspection Activities. Oversee in-house calibration activities for instruments and gauges.
• Analyse quality data using advanced analytical tools (e.g. SPC, DOE, FMEA, and Root Cause Analysis). Support PPAP, FMEA, SPC, Product, Process & System audits.
• Ensure compliance with IATF/OHSAS/MACE standards and customer-specific requirements/Customer Audits.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues. Support for development and take care for development product Quality activities.
• Develop, implement, and manage the Quality Management System (QMS) to meet company and industry standards. Design and support to make SOPs and Work Instructions for processes and operations.
• Analyse in-process and final product defects, implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce PPM at all levels. Conduct rejection analysis and implement corrective actions to minimize rework.
• Handle customer concerns and claims, ensuring timely resolution and root cause analysis.
• Conduct supplier evaluations and new material assessments to maintain quality consistency and optimize supply chain performance.
• Monitor and improve KPIs to ensure compliance with quality standards and efficiency goals.
• Establish, Maintain and update the traceability to formalize changes in 4M (Man, Machine, Method, Material)
• Conduct internal audits to verify process compliance and identify areas for improvement.
• Educate shop floor teams on QMS standards, quality tools, and best practices. Conduct skill enhancement training for new and existing operators. Mentor and develop quality team members to build a high-performance culture.
• Support and work to improve the quality in the entire manufacturing processes. Contribute to cost reduction through quality improvements and efficiency optimization.

Preferred candidate profile

• Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering with minimum 15 years of experience or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with minimum 18 years of experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Quality Head or equivalent leadership role in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the Auto components Manufacturer.
• Sound understanding about Machining/Plating/Heat Treatment/Pressure Die Casting processes.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949, OHSAS & EHS 14001, MACE, VDA 6.3 and other relevant standards.
• Experience with process audits, root cause analysis, and CAPA implementation.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of Risk management Tools like PPAP, PFMEA, PFD and Control plan etc.
• Implementation knowledge of Quality Management Tools like 7QC Tools, Poka-Yoke, Kaizen, Why-Why analysis, 8D Methodology etc.