Quality Manager

Key Responsibilities

1. Quality Control Management

• Establish, implement, and maintain QC processes across all production stages.
  
• Ensure raw material, in-process, and finished goods quality inspections are carried out as per standards.
  
• Develop sampling plans, testing procedures, and quality checkpoints.
  
• Ensure calibration and proper functioning of testing equipment.
  

2. Team Leadership

• Lead and supervise the QC team (engineers, inspectors, lab staff).
  
• Train and develop the quality team on inspection techniques, standards, and problem-solving.
  
• Ensure discipline, accountability, and performance measurement of QC staff.
  

3. Standards & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with ISO/TS, industry-specific certifications, and customer requirements.
  
• Develop and maintain quality manuals, SOPs, work instructions, and documentation.
  
• Coordinate with regulatory and certification bodies during audits.
  

4. Quality Assurance & Improvement

• Conduct root cause analysis for defects, rejections, and customer complaints.
  
• Implement Corrective & Preventive Actions (CAPA).
  
• Drive continuous improvement projects (Kaizen, Lean, Six Sigma).
  
• Monitor quality KPIs (rejection rate, defect %, customer returns).
  

5. Cross-Functional Coordination

• Work closely with Production, Maintenance, and R&D teams for quality improvements.
  
• Coordinate with suppliers for incoming quality assurance (IQA).
  
• Engage with customers for audits, approvals, and complaint resolution.
  

6. Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain records of inspections, test results, and deviations.
  
• Prepare and present monthly quality performance reports to management.
  
• Highlight risks and suggest process improvements.

  Role & responsibilities

Preferred candidate profile

Skills & Competencies Required

• Strong knowledge of

  QC tools & techniques

  (7 QC Tools, SPC, FMEA, MSA, APQP, PPAP).
• Familiarity with

  ISO, IATF, GMP, or other industry standards

  .
• Leadership and team management abilities.
  
• Strong analytical & problem-solving skills.
  
• Effective communication and cross-functional coordination.
  
• Proficiency in MS Office, ERP/WMS, and statistical software.
  

Qualification & Experience

• B.Tech / B.E. / Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field.
  
• Minimum

  812 years

  of QC/QA experience (with at least 3–5 years in leadership).
• Prior experience in

  manufacturing / automotive / FMCG / pharma / engineering industry

  preferred.