Quality Control Manager

Job Description – Quality Manager (Engineering/Manufacturing – Solids & Automation Technologies)

Job Title: Quality Manager

Department: Quality Assurance / Quality Control
Reporting To: Operations Head / Director
Location: [Insert Location]

Job Purpose:

To lead the quality function by developing and implementing quality control systems, ensuring compliance with product and process standards, managing inspections and testing including Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), and driving continuous improvement in the manufacturing quality of equipment and systems related to solids handling and automation.

Key Responsibilities:1. Quality Management System (QMS)

· Develop, implement, and maintain ISO 9001 or equivalent QMS documentation.

· Establish quality policies, objectives, procedures, and inspection plans.

· Conduct internal audits and coordinate external audits (customer/ISO).

· Ensure traceability and documentation for projects and components.

2. In-Process & Final Inspection

· Oversee stage-wise inspections of fabrication, machining, assembly, and automation panels.

· Approve inspection checklists and quality reports.

· Ensure final QC of critical items like screw conveyors, mixers, bin activators, valves, and panels etc.

· Manage third-party inspection coordination and customer witness inspections

· Have knowledge of Surface finish, weld qualities, dynamic balancing of various equipment as per in house design standards and best engineering practices

3. Incoming Material Quality

· Review and approve incoming raw material and bought-out component quality (e.g., steel, hardware, motors, valves, sensors).

· Lead material test certificate (MTC) review and incoming QC reports.

· Work with vendors to address material rejections or quality issues and make necessary debit notes for work not done upto best Quality standards

4. Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)

· Plan and execute Factory Acceptance Tests for major systems and automation equipment.

· Coordinate with design, projects, and customer teams for FAT scope, schedule, and readiness.

· Ensure test procedures, instrumentation, and documentation are prepared in advance.

· Record and report FAT results, deviations, corrective actions, and approvals.

· Ensure compliance with customer-specific FAT protocols and documentation requirements.

5. Team Management & Training

· Lead the QC team (inspectors, weld quality staff, etc.) and assign responsibilities.

· Train internal teams on quality standards, drawings, welding symbols, and inspection techniques.

· Build quality awareness in production and procurement departments.

6. Customer Complaints & Corrective Action

· Investigate customer complaints or field failures, conduct root cause analysis.

· Implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and monitor effectiveness.

· Maintain NCR (non-conformance report) register and customer complaint log.

7. Documentation & Reporting

· Prepare and maintain quality dossiers, inspection records, calibration logs, and material traceability sheets in soft and hard format.

· Generate MIS reports for management on rejections, deviations, and quality KPIs.

· Ensure all project-related documentation is ready for handover, FAT sign-off, and audits.

Key Skills & Competencies:

· Strong knowledge of fabrication, welding, machining, surface finshing, painting technology and automation QC.

· Interpretation of engineering drawings, GD&T, and quality standards.

· Proficient in using inspection instruments and tools.

· Experience in managing FAT and third-party/customer inspections.

· Leadership, team management, and audit-handling skills.

· Knowledge of ISO 9001, stage inspections, and root cause analysis tools.

Qualifications & Experience:

· Education: Diploma / B.E. in Mechanical or Production Engineering.

· Experience: 8–12 years in quality assurance/control, with at least 3 years in a leadership role in an engineering or automation-based company.

Working Conditions:

· Full-time, factory and shopfloor-based role.

· Interaction with design, production, purchase, and customer teams.

· Occasional travel for vendor or site quality issues.

· Presence required during all scheduled FAT sessions and audits.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹45,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person