Quality Executive

Role & responsibilities

• Conduct Incoming, In-Process and Final Inspection of raw materials, components and finished products.
• Monitor product quality as per customer specifications, drawings, standards and defined quality parameters.
• Perform dimensional and visual inspection using Vernier Caliper, Micrometer, Height Gauge, Bore Gauge, Dial Gauge, Go/No-Go Gauges and other measuring instruments.
• Ensure proper calibration and verification of measuring and testing instruments.
• Monitor and control process parameters to ensure consistent product quality.
• Identify, record and analyze quality defects, rejection and process deviations.
• Coordinate with Production and other departments for resolution of quality issues and implementation of corrective actions.
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis using 5 Why, Fishbone and other problem-solving techniques.
• Prepare and implement CAPA / 8D reports for internal and customer-related quality issues.
• Handle Non-Conformance Reports (NCR) and ensure timely closure of corrective actions.
• Support customer complaint analysis and resolution with proper documentation and corrective actions.
• Maintain quality records, inspection reports, rejection reports and other QMS documentation.
• Participate in Process, Product and Internal Quality Audits and support audit compliance.
• Follow and maintain requirements related to IATF 16949 / ISO 9001.
• Support implementation and maintenance of Automotive Core Tools APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC and MSA.
• Monitor First Piece Approval, Patrol Inspection and Final Inspection activities.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, work instructions, control plans and inspection standards.
• Analyze quality data and prepare daily/weekly/monthly quality reports.
• Work closely with Production, Maintenance and other departments to achieve quality and rejection targets.
• Ensure adherence to 5S, safety and company quality procedures.
• Continuously identify opportunities for process improvement and reduction of rejection/rework.

Preferred candidate profile

• Candidate with 15 years of experience in Quality/Quality Assurance, preferably in the Automobile / Auto Components / Manufacturing Industry.
• Diploma / Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Production, Automobile, Rubber Technology or a related engineering field.
• Good knowledge of Incoming, In-Process and Final Inspection.
• Hands-on experience in Quality Inspection, Process Control and Product Quality.
• Knowledge of Automotive Core Tools – APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC and MSA.
• Knowledge of 7 QC Tools, 8D, 5 Why and Root Cause Analysis.
• Experience in handling Non-Conformities, CAPA and customer complaints.
• Ability to identify and analyze quality defects and process-related issues and coordinate with Production for corrective actions.
• Knowledge of drawing reading, dimensional inspection and measuring instruments such as Vernier Caliper, Micrometer and Gauges.
• Exposure to Quality Audits, Process Audits and Product Audits.
• Good knowledge of MS Excel and quality documentation/report preparation.
• Good communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Candidates with experience in rubber products, moulding, automotive components or similar manufacturing industries will be preferred.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949 / ISO 9001 will be an added advantage