Supplier Quality Specialist-Mechanical (Hydraulics)

Roles& Responsibilities

1. This position will be responsible for Mechanical commodity and will be based at New Delhi Plant.
2. This position will be responsible for ensuring quality and compliance of supplier-produced parts by reviewing and approving Global PPAP submissions in the PPAP module.

Major Accountabilities:

PPAP Review & Approval:

• Evaluate submitted Global PPAP documentation and samples from suppliers against the organization's quality requirements and customer specifications.
• Verify the completeness and accuracy of PPAP package elements, including Design Records, Engineering Change Documents, Process Flow Diagrams, PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, Dimensional Results, Material Certifications, and Test Results.
• Utilize the PPAP module/system to review, track, and document the approval status of each suppliers PPAP submission.
• Approve or reject PPAP submissions based on compliance with quality standards, documenting reasons and feedback for rejections.

Supplier Collaboration & Communication:

• Work closely with suppliers to resolve PPAP discrepancies, non-conformances, or incomplete submissions.
• Facilitate corrective actions and re-submissions as necessary to ensure all PPAP requirements are met.
• Coordinate cross-functional communication between engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams regarding PPAP statuses and concerns.

Process Improvement:

• Identify trends in PPAP submissions and common non-compliance issues.
• Recommend improvements to supplier quality processes and PPAP requirements to mitigate risks.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of PPAP reviews, approvals, and correspondence within the PPAP module/system.
• Generate reports on PPAP submission status, supplier quality performance, and approval cycle times.
• Ensure compliance with CNH and industry quality standards (e.g., ISO/TS 16949, IATF 16949).

Leadership/Team Management Responsibility:

• Self-driven personality
• Speedy & aggressive in achieving organizational objectives on time.

Minimum Qualifications, Skills, Experience and Language(s):

• 3~10 years of experience in OEM or Auto ancillary in Supplier Quality function.

  Preferably Female

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple PPAP submissions simultaneously. Experience with global supplier base and managing multi-location PPAP reviews.
• Knowledge of other quality tools such as APQP, SPC, and Root Cause Analysis.
• Proficient in PPAP module/system software and MS Office tools.
• Excellent communication skills for effective supplier interaction.
• Should be well versed with Mechanical commodity parts & review especially in Pipes, Tubes , Hoses etc.
• New Part development process exposure in Mechanical commodity.
• Good knowledge and exposure to Surface coating processes.