Suppleir Quality Engineer

Position: Supplier Quality Engineer

Location: Hyderabad, Hybrid

About Us: KanaQ Innovations is a startup on a mission to transform India into a global manufacturing powerhouse. We enhance manufacturing efficiency and optimize supply chains to shape the future of resilient, predictable, and profitable supply chains. Join us in making a significant impact!

Position Overview: We are seeking a technical and go-getting Quality Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in quality inspection, engineering and to contribute to organization and individual growth and success.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site inspections of raw materials, including ferrous and non-ferrous billets, ingots, round bars, plates, sheets, forgings, and castings.
• Inspection of machined products to drawing dimensions and possess GD&T knowledge.
• Review and validate Test Certificates (TCs) against purchase specifications to confirm material compliance.
• Release Shipping Notes for approved materials and maintain meticulous inspection records.
• Witness Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI), Dye Penetrant Inspection (DP), and visual inspections to detect surface and internal defects as and when needed.
• Carry out micro and macro structural analysis to assess grain structure, inclusions, and phase distribution.
• Collaborate with vendors to resolve non-conformances, drive corrective actions, and ensure timely material approvals.
• Inspector should have process knowledge and understanding, enable ZED process at supplier
• Incumbent shall coordinate with customer and should be able to offer for inspection.
• Inspector should develop APQP, QAP and PPAP process and documents as per customer and process needs.
• Coordinate with procurement and production teams to schedule inspections in line with delivery plans and production needs.
• Prepare clear, concise inspection reports and maintain quality documentation in accordance with company procedures.

Required Expertise

• Thorough understanding of ferrous and non-ferrous manufacturing processes such as casting, forging, rolling, extrusion, and heat treatment.
• Hands-on experience with NDT methods (UT, MPI, DP) and metallurgical examinations (micro/macro etching)
• Working knowledge of quality management systems and relevant standards (e.g., ASTM,IS and ISO 9001).
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and material datasheets.

Qualifications & Skills

• Diploma/Bachelor’s degree in metallurgical engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of quality engineering experience in a metals, heavy-industrials, or manufacturing environment.
• ASNT Level 2 NDT qualified inspector.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for vendor interactions and cross-functional collaboration.
• Excellent documentation abilities, with an emphasis on accuracy, clarity, and compliance.
• Analytical mindset, keen attention to detail, and the capacity to prioritize tasks under tight deadlines.
• Proactive problem-solver with the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits:

• Gain valuable experience in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Opportunity to work on meaningful supply chain projects and make a real impact.
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals.
• Potential for future career opportunities within the company.

Work Location: Hyderabad/ Hybrid Model.

Send your profile to hr@mykanaq.com