Quality Head: Plastic Moulding

Job Summary:

The Quality Head is responsible for ensuring that all plastic moulded components and finished products meet quality standards and customer specifications. This role oversees the entire quality management system (QMS), from raw material inspection to final product delivery, implementing continuous improvement initiatives and ensuring compliance with ISO and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish, implement, and maintain the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) in line with ISO 9001 / IATF 16949 standards.
• Oversee incoming, in-process, and final quality inspections for plastic moulded parts.
• Develop and maintain quality assurance plans, control plans, and inspection checklists for moulded components.
• Handle customer complaints, conduct root cause analysis (RCA), and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Conduct PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and MSA as per automotive and industrial standards (if applicable).
• Review and approve first article inspection (FAI) and new product validation reports.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to minimize defects and rejections.
• Monitor and analyze quality metrics such as rejection rates, defect trends, and process capability (Cp, Cpk).
• Train and guide the QA/QC team and shop-floor operators on quality procedures and standards.
• Liaise with customers and suppliers regarding quality audits, approvals, and product feedback.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives such as Kaizen, 5S, and Lean Quality practices.
• Ensure calibration of all measuring and testing instruments.
• Maintain proper documentation, reports, and compliance records for audits and certifications.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Strong understanding of plastic injection moulding processes and mould tooling.
• In-depth knowledge of ISO 9001 / IATF 16949 quality systems.
• Hands-on experience with measurement instruments (Vernier, Micrometer, Profile Projector, CMM, etc.).
• Proficiency in root cause analysis, problem-solving tools, and statistical process control.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team management skills.
• Analytical thinking with a focus on process improvement and defect prevention.
• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, 8D, and CAPA documentation.

Educational Qualification:

• Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical, Plastic, or Production Engineering.
• Certification in Quality Management / Six Sigma / ISO systems preferred.

Experience Required:

• Minimum 7 to 10 years of experience in Quality Assurance / Quality Control, preferably in plastic injection moulding or automotive component manufacturing.
• Experience in team leadership and customer-facing quality functions is essential.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹55,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person