Supplier Quality Control Engineer

Job Title: Supplier Quality Control Engineer

Location: Spectrum Electrical Industries Limited, DB Plant

Department: Quality Assurance

Job Summary:

The Supplier Quality Inspector will be responsible for inspecting and ensuring the quality of sheet metal components supplied to the DB plant. This includes conducting incoming quality checks, ensuring supplier compliance with quality standards, and collaborating with suppliers to address non-conformance issues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Incoming Quality Inspection:
• Conduct thorough quality checks of sheet metal components upon receipt.
• Measure dimensions and verify tolerances as per technical specifications.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of inspection results.
• Prepare and submit detailed inspection reports, including non-conformance reports (NCRs).

Supplier Quality Management:

• Communicate non-conformance issues to suppliers and ensure timely resolution.
• Collaborate with suppliers to improve the quality of delivered components.
• Conduct periodic audits at supplier sites to ensure adherence to quality standards.

Standards and Compliance:

• Ensure components meet ISO 9001 and other relevant industry standards.
• Follow safety and quality guidelines during inspection processes.

Continuous Improvement:

• Provide feedback to suppliers to drive continuous improvement in the supply chain.
• Work closely with the internal quality and production teams to identify and mitigate recurring issues.

Qualifications:

• Education:
• Diploma/Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgy, or a related field.

Experience:

• 2-4 years of experience in quality inspection, preferably in sheet metal manufacturing or similar environment.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of sheet metal fabrication processes, welding, and finishing.
• Proficiency in using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Familiarity with quality tools like 8D, FMEA, and root cause analysis.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Preferred:

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment for distribution boards or similar products.
• Knowledge of SAP or any ERP system for quality management.
• Certification in quality management systems or techniques (e.g., Six Sigma, CQI).