Job Description – Quality Engineer (Kitchenware & Cookware)Job Title
Quality Engineer – Kitchenware & Cookware
Department
Quality Assurance / Quality Control
Reporting To
Quality Manager / Head – Quality
Location
Plant Location
Experience
3–8 Years in Quality Assurance/Quality Control within the Kitchenware, Cookware, Stainless Steel Utensils, Aluminum Cookware, or Consumer Durables industry.
Education
- B.E./B.Tech/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Metallurgy, or equivalent.
- Certification in ISO 9001, Six Sigma, or Quality Management will be an added advantage.
Job Summary
The Quality Engineer will be responsible for ensuring product quality throughout the manufacturing process by implementing quality control systems, conducting inspections, resolving quality issues, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The role involves close coordination with Production, R&D, Procurement, and Supplier Quality teams to ensure that all kitchenware and cookware products meet customer specifications, industry standards, and company quality requirements.
Key ResponsibilitiesIncoming Quality Control (IQC)
- Inspect incoming raw materials, stainless steel coils/sheets, aluminum, plastic components, coatings, and packaging materials.
- Approve or reject incoming materials based on quality specifications.
- Coordinate with suppliers for corrective actions.
In-Process Quality Control (IPQC)
- Monitor manufacturing processes including:
- Press Shop
- Deep Drawing
- Trimming
- Welding
- Buffing & Polishing
- Sand Blasting
- Coating
- Riveting
- Handle Assembly
- Packaging
- Conduct first-piece, patrol, and final inspections.
- Ensure process parameters remain within defined standards.
Final Quality Inspection (FQC)
- Perform final product inspections before dispatch.
- Verify product dimensions, finish, appearance, weight, functionality, and packaging.
- Ensure compliance with customer specifications.
Quality Documentation
- Prepare:
- Inspection Reports
- Quality Check Sheets
- SOPs
- Work Instructions
- Control Plans
- Inspection Standards
- Quality Records
- Maintain traceability documentation.
Root Cause Analysis
- Investigate customer complaints and internal quality issues.
- Conduct Root Cause Analysis using:
- 8D
- 5 Why
- Fishbone Diagram
- Pareto Analysis
- Implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
Process Improvement
- Reduce rejection, rework, and customer complaints.
- Improve First Pass Yield (FPY).
- Drive Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
- Participate in Six Sigma projects.
Supplier Quality
- Evaluate supplier quality performance.
- Conduct supplier audits.
- Monitor supplier corrective actions.
- Improve supplier quality ratings.
Customer Quality
- Handle customer audits.
- Support third-party inspections.
- Resolve customer quality concerns.
- Maintain product compliance documentation.
Calibration & Testing
- Ensure timely calibration of measuring instruments.
- Verify testing equipment accuracy.
- Coordinate laboratory testing when required.
Compliance
- Ensure compliance with:
- ISO 9001
- Food Contact Safety Standards
- Internal Quality Systems
- Customer Quality Requirements
- Health & Safety Standards
Product Knowledge Required
Candidates should have experience in manufacturing and quality control of products such as:
- Stainless Steel Cookware
- Stainless Steel Utensils
- Pressure Cooker Components
- Fry Pans
- Kadai
- Sauce Pans
- Casseroles
- Stock Pots
- Milk Pans
- Tiffin Boxes
- Lunch Boxes
- Kitchen Accessories
- Induction Base Cookware
- Non-Stick Cookware
- Tri-Ply Cookware
Inspection Parameters
- Surface Finish
- Mirror Finish
- Satin Finish
- Dimensional Accuracy
- Thickness Verification
- Weight Checking
- Welding Quality
- Riveting Quality
- Handle Strength
- Lid Fitting
- Coating Thickness
- Scratch/Dent Inspection
- Color Consistency
- Packaging Quality
- Barcode Verification
- Label Accuracy
Required SkillsTechnical Skills
- GD&T interpretation
- Reading Engineering Drawings
- Measuring Instruments (Vernier, Micrometer, Height Gauge, Dial Gauge)
- SPC (Statistical Process Control)
- MSA
- FMEA
- Control Plans
- PPAP
- APQP
- CAPA
- 7 QC Tools
- Lean Manufacturing
- Kaizen
- Six Sigma Basics
Software Skills
- MS Excel
- MS Word
- PowerPoint
- ERP/SAP Quality Module (preferred)
Behavioral Competencies
- Strong analytical skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving ability
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Decision-making capability
- Time management
- Continuous improvement mindset
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Customer Complaint Reduction
- In-Process Rejection %
- Final Rejection %
- Supplier Rejection %
- First Pass Yield (FPY)
- Right First Time (RFT)
- Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ)
- CAPA Closure Time
- Audit Compliance Score
- On-Time Inspection Completion
- Supplier Quality Rating
- Internal PPM
- Customer PPM
Preferred Industry
- Kitchenware Manufacturing
- Cookware Manufacturing
- Stainless Steel Utensils
- Pressure Cooker Manufacturing
- Consumer Durables
- Home Appliances
- Metal Fabrication
- Sheet Metal Manufacturing
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to work with a leading kitchenware and cookware manufacturer.
- Exposure to modern manufacturing technologies and quality systems.
- Career growth through continuous improvement and quality excellence initiatives.
- Collaborative and innovation-driven work environment.
Pay: ₹10,705.28 - ₹25,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
