Description

Lead supplier quality operations and manage a team of 15 SQEs across India.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier compliance through audits, PPAP, and periodic evaluations.
• Lead development and implementation of quality plans, work instructions, and inspection methods.
• Coordinate quality processes in accordance with APQP and customer requirements.
• Oversee new product qualification and ensure supplier accountability with engineering and sourcing teams.
• Direct team activities, including knowledge sharing, training, and supplier quality status reporting.

Required Skills

• 10+ years of experience in supplier quality or manufacturing engineering.
• Expertise in APQP and PPAP processes.
• Deep knowledge of Aluminium and Iron casting, precision machined parts, and forged parts.
• Proficiency in statistical problem solving and process capability analysis.
• Hands-on experience with product measurement using various gauges and instruments.
• Working knowledge of GD&T inspection methods and equipment.
• Metallurgy analytical skills.
• Proven ability to manage projects and meet strict timing requirements.
• Experience managing conflict across functional and corporate boundaries.

Preferred Skills

• Experience managing large teams of quality engineers.

Key Skills

Education

Any Graduate