Quality - Head

Role & responsibilities

1. Quality Management & Compliance

Develop, implement, and maintain ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and other relevant quality standards.

Ensure compliance with customer-specific requirements, industry standards, and regulatory guidelines.

Oversee quality audits (internal, external, and customer audits) and ensure timely corrective actions.

Ensure all quality control procedures are adhered to in the entire manufacturing process, from raw material inspection to final product validation.

2. Quality Assurance & Control

Establish and monitor key quality KPIs such as PPM (Parts Per Million), First Pass Yield, Rejection Rates, and Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ).

Implement Zero Defect initiatives, 8D Problem Solving, and FMEA (Failure Mode & Effects Analysis) for defect prevention.

Oversee incoming, in-process, and final inspection processes to ensure adherence to specifications.

Manage customer complaints and drive root cause analysis (RCA) and CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions).

3. Continuous Improvement & Lean Initiatives

Promote Lean Six Sigma methodologies to drive continuous quality improvement.

Work closely with the Production, R&D, and Supply Chain teams to enhance product design and manufacturing processes.

Lead initiatives to reduce rework, scrap, and non-conformance issues.

4. Supplier Quality Management

Develop and implement supplier quality assurance programs.

Conduct supplier audits, performance reviews, and quality improvement initiatives.

Ensure incoming materials meet required quality standards to minimize defects in the production process.

5. Leadership & Team Management

Lead and mentor a team of quality engineers, inspectors, and technicians across multiple plants.

Foster a culture of quality excellence, accountability, and proactive problem-solving.

Conduct training programs on quality standards, defect prevention, and customer expectations.

Preferred candidate profile

Education: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. A Masters degree is a plus.

Experience: 15+ years of experience in Quality Assurance/Quality Control, with at least 5 years in a leadership role in the bearing or precision manufacturing industry.

Certifications: Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt), Certified Lead Auditor for ISO/IATF preferred.

Technical Expertise:

Strong knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing), SPC (Statistical Process Control), MSA (Measurement System Analysis).

Experience with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, 8D, and CAPA methodologies.

Hands-on experience with metrology equipment and non-destructive testing (NDT) methods.