Deputy Manager Quality (Transmission Manufacturing)

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Deputy Manager Quality to lead quality assurance and quality engineering activities in a transmission manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in transmission quality systems, manufacturing processes, problem-solving methodologies, and team leadership.

Role & responsibilities

• Lead and manage Quality Engineers and shop floor quality teams.
• Ensure product quality through inspections, audits, validation, and testing activities.
• Drive Root Cause Analysis (RCA), corrective and preventive actions for quality issues.
• Monitor line quality and ensure compliance with quality standards and manufacturing processes.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to improve quality performance and reduce defects.
• Coordinate with Production, Manufacturing, Engineering, and other cross-functional teams.
• Develop quality dashboards and reports using digital tools for data-driven decision-making.
• Ensure adherence to safety practices and risk mitigation processes.
• Mentor team members and build strong quality capabilities within the organization.

Preferred candidate profile

• Hands-on experience in Transmission Manufacturing Quality.
• Strong knowledge of transmission assembly, testing, validation, and inspection.
• Expertise in Quality Engineering, ISO standards, GD&T, and manufacturing quality systems.
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis, 8D, CAPA, and continuous improvement tools.
• Good understanding of BOS, line quality, compliance, and engineering standards.
• Exposure to SAP, Q-DAS, Power BI, Power Apps, or similar digital quality tools.
• Knowledge of EPDP, PDP Quality Planning, and workflow management.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt certification will be an added advantage.