Here is a professional Quality Control (QC) Engineer Job Description for a manufacturing industry role that includes documentation, inward inspection, and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) responsibilities.
Job Title: Quality Control EngineerJob Summary
The Quality Control Engineer is responsible for ensuring that incoming materials, in-process activities, and finished products comply with customer specifications, applicable standards, and company quality requirements. The role involves conducting inspections, maintaining quality documentation, coordinating Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), and supporting continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities1. Inward Material Inspection
- Perform inspection and verification of incoming raw materials, bought-out items, and components against approved specifications, drawings, and purchase requirements.
- Review supplier documentation such as Material Test Certificates (MTC), Certificates of Conformance (CoC), inspection reports, and calibration certificates.
- Prepare Incoming Inspection Reports (IIR) and maintain inspection records.
- Identify, document, and report non-conforming materials.
- Coordinate with procurement, stores, and suppliers for resolution of quality issues.
2. Quality Documentation & Records Management
- Prepare and maintain quality documents including:
- Inspection and Test Plans (ITP)
- Quality Control Plans (QCP)
- Inspection Reports
- Non-Conformance Reports (NCR)
- Corrective and Preventive Action Reports (CAPA)
- FAT Reports
- Quality Dossiers / Manufacturing Record Books (MRB)
- Ensure proper document control and traceability of materials and products.
- Maintain records in accordance with ISO 9001 and customer requirements.
- Support internal and external audits by providing required quality documentation.
3. Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) Coordination & Execution
- Plan, coordinate, and conduct Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) as per customer specifications and approved procedures.
- Prepare FAT checklists, test protocols, and test reports.
- Coordinate with production, engineering, and customer representatives during FAT activities.
- Verify functional, dimensional, and performance requirements before dispatch.
- Record observations, deviations, and corrective actions arising from FAT.
- Obtain customer approvals and ensure closure of FAT punch points.
4. Process & Final Inspection
- Conduct stage-wise and final inspections during manufacturing.
- Verify compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and standards.
- Perform dimensional inspections using measuring instruments.
- Monitor adherence to quality procedures throughout production.
- Raise NCRs for deviations and follow up on corrective actions.
5. Supplier & Quality Improvement Support
- Assist in supplier quality evaluations and performance monitoring.
- Analyze quality issues and support root cause analysis.
- Implement corrective and preventive actions to improve product quality.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and quality meetings.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
- 2–8 years of experience in Quality Control within a manufacturing environment.
Required Skills & Knowledge
- Strong knowledge of quality inspection techniques and manufacturing processes.
- Experience in inward material inspection and supplier quality control.
- Hands-on experience with Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
- Knowledge of quality management systems such as ISO 9001.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and standards.
- Familiarity with measuring instruments such as Vernier calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and dial indicators.
- Proficiency in preparing quality documentation and reports.
- Knowledge of NCR, CAPA, root cause analysis, and corrective action methodologies.
- Good communication and coordination skills.
Preferred Experience
- Experience in Pharma & API Machinery manufacturing, process equipment, electrical panels, automation systems, or fabrication industries.
- Exposure to customer inspections, third-party inspections, and FAT witness testing.
- Familiarity with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Incoming material acceptance/rejection rate.
- On-time completion of inspections and FAT activities.
- NCR closure effectiveness.
- Documentation accuracy and compliance.
- Customer inspection and FAT approval success rate.
- Reduction in quality-related non-conformities and rework.
Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹38,000.00 per month
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
