Deputy Manager - SQA & IQC

Job Summary

The primary role of the Deputy Manager - Supplier Quality is to manage and continuously improve supplier quality performance through effective quality systems, supplier audits, performance monitoring, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.

Primary Roles & Responsibilities

Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA)

• Evaluate and monitor supplier quality performance through scorecards, PPM trends, rejection analysis, and audit results.
• Drive supplier development initiatives to improve process capability, quality performance, and delivery reliability.
• Lead supplier qualification, approval, onboarding, and periodic re-evaluation activities.
• Conduct supplier process audits, quality system audits, and compliance assessments.
• Review and approve supplier quality documentation including Control Plans, PFMEA, Process Flow Diagrams, PPAP packages, and capability studies.
• Drive timely closure of Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) using structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Workout with supplier and get Regulatory Compliance certificates as per customer needs

Incoming Quality Control (IQC)

• Lead and manage Incoming Quality Control inspectors and quality engineers.
• Establish and maintain risk-based incoming inspection plans and acceptance criteria.
• Review and disposition non-conforming materials in coordination with purchase and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with sampling standards, inspection procedures, and customer-specific requirements.
• Monitor incoming quality trends and drive initiatives to reduce line stoppages and supplier-related quality issues

Authority

Authorized to take independent and timely decisions related to product quality, process compliance, containment, and corrective actions to ensure adherence to QMS requirements in manufacturing operations.

Academic Qualification & Job Experience:

• B.E. in Electronics & Communication / Electrical and Electronics Engineering with 8-10 Years Experience.
• Diploma in Electrical and Electronics / Electronics & Communication with 10-12 Years Experience.

Key Skills and Competencies required to perform the Job:

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in Supplier Quality Assurance or Quality Control.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Ability to work closely with suppliers and external agencies.
• Knowledge of quality tools such as 8D, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and 5-Why.
• Ability to perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Capability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and GD&T.
• Knowledge of IPC-A-610, IPC-A-600, and inspection methodologies.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and supplier quality requirements.
• Familiarity with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and ISO 9001 standards.