Quality Manager (QC & QA)
Location: Coimbatore
Experience: 15+ Years
Salary: ₹14–16 LPA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Manufacturing / Foundry / Heavy Engineering
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Quality Manager (QC & QA) to lead end-to-end Quality Control and Quality Assurance activities across Foundry, Machine Shop, and Assembly operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in manufacturing quality, supplier quality management, and leading cross-functional teams to ensure product excellence, process efficiency, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead complete QC & QA activities for Foundry, Machine Shop, and Assembly operations.
- Ensure quality compliance for fabrication, machining, and gearbox/machine assembly processes.
- Manage incoming, in-process, and final inspections.
- Conduct supplier audits, quality assessments, and performance evaluations.
- Drive supplier quality improvement through vendor qualification, approval, and development.
- Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implement CAPA.
- Utilize PFMEA, 8D Methodology, and 7 QC Tools to resolve quality issues.
- Collaborate with Design, Production, Planning, Procurement, and Engineering teams.
- Ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems, EMS, and OHSAS standards.
- Maintain quality documentation, inspection reports, and audit records.
- Lead and mentor a quality team of 17–20 members.
- Monitor supplier performance using KPIs and implement improvement initiatives.
- Represent the organization during supplier visits, audits, and quality review meetings.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Metallurgy, or a related discipline.
- 15+ years of experience in Manufacturing Quality.
- Minimum 2 years of Foundry Quality experience is mandatory.
- Proven experience managing a quality team of 17–20 members.
- Exposure to Project Management; EPC experience is an added advantage.
Technical Skills
- Strong expertise in:
- Foundry Quality
- Fabrication
- Machining
- Gearbox & Machine Assembly
- Hands-on experience with:
- CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine)
- Precision Inspection
- Electrical Sub-system Inspection (Drives, Motors, etc.)
- Supplier Quality Management
- Vendor Development & Qualification
- Strong knowledge of:
- Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
- PFMEA
- 8D Methodology
- 7 QC Tools
- CAPA
- ISO 9001:2015
Preferred Skills
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Effective communication and stakeholder management.
- Ability to drive supplier performance and continuous improvement.
- Proactive, quality-focused, and result-oriented approach.
Salary & Benefits
- CTC: ₹14–16 LPA (Based on experience and interview performance)
- Opportunity to lead a high-performing quality team.
- Career growth in a leading manufacturing organization.
Apply now if you have strong experience in Foundry, Machining, Supplier Quality, and Manufacturing Quality Management and are ready to lead quality excellence.
Pay: ₹1,400,000.00 - ₹1,600,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
