Quality Control Inspector

Job Purpose ( Significance of the role & Objectives ) To ensure that every vehicle and battery produced meets stringent quality and safety standards by inspecting materials, monitoring production processes, validating final products, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The role also involves identifying andanalysingg defects and working collaboratively across departments to resolve quality issues. Key Objectives: Reduce defect detection time by 20% over the next 6 months. Achieve a 98% First Pass Yield (FPY) in the assembly line. Key Responsibilities and Deliverables Inspect incoming materials to ensure they meet required specifications. Conduct in-process inspections to detect defects early during manufacturing. Perform final inspections on vehicles/batteries to verify quality and safety compliance. Document inspection results, non-conformities, and corrective actions taken. Prepare and submit quality reports to management. Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. Support tasks assigned by the Reporting Manager. Coordinate with internal teams for project and departmental activities. Maintain and implement documentation for assigned quality-related projects. Collaborate with QA, SCM, NPI, Design, Engineering, and Production teams. Contribute to reducing defect detection time by 20% in the next 6 months. Aim to achieve 98% First Pass Yield (FPY) in the assembly line. Collaborate with: QA, SCM, NPI, Design, Engineering and Production team. Desired Qualifications: Required Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience Strong understanding of quality standards (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, etc.) Knowledge of battery components, manufacturing processes, and common defects Proficient in using quality tools such as 7QC tools, 8D, RCA, FMEA, and SPC Familiarity with inspection instruments and equipment (e.g., vernier calipers, micrometres, multimeters) Knowledge of safety and compliance requirements related to EV/battery systems Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications Understanding of production workflows and in-process quality control methods Key Competencies Behavioural: Result-oriented, goal-driven, with a strong sense of ownership High integrity and professionalism Strong communication and interpersonal skills Self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable Team player with a solution-focused mindset Technical: Visual & electrical inspection, torque tool handling Use of quality instruments and sampling plans Understanding of GD&T, welding symbols, color matching, surface finish Reading 2D/3D engineering drawings Supplier quality evaluation