Manager MQA Haridwar

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

• • Drive operational excellence by implementing Integrated Management Systems (IMS) and Manufacturing Quality Standards (MQS) to ensure the highest level of product quality.
  • Formulate and execute strategic initiatives aimed at achieving departmental quality targets, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
  • Develop and implement a myriad of quality procedures and guidelines, ensuring compliance with both industry standards and internal requirements. This includes leading First Time Right (FTR) product launches via Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Lean Quality Operations System (LQOS), and Multi-Project Development System (MPDS) implementation.
  • Formulate and execute quality assurance strategies to enhance quality gates through update and training on quality check sheets, focusing on new product features.
  • Mentor and guide team members towards achieving Yellow Belt competency in Complex Concern Resolution techniques to meet No Fault Found (NFF) targets.
  • Ensure manufacturing quality assurance through meticulous monitoring and control of process parameters, conducting regular process and product audits, and providing guidance on abnormal situations.
  • Oversee change management processes including Design Change Requests (DCR), FTR activities, and Pre-Engineering Notifications (Pre-EN), ensuring seamless implementation of all changes.
  • Lead the monitoring of GNOVA-C for new projects and drive cross-functional teams (CFT) to resolve concerns and eliminate errors through innovative solutions.
  • Review and improve various auditing initiatives such as 1D, EST, and Torque audits, fostering continuous improvement of processes to elevate quality standards.
  • Assess and establish adherence to technical documents including Buy-off check sheets, vehicle evaluation check sheets, Process Flowcharts (PFC), Process Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (PFMEA), and Control Plans (CP), and creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
  • Ensure that officers, team leaders, and operators receive comprehensive technical training on product features and change implementations.
  • Review building concerns and resolutions through NFF/High Efficiency Processes (HEP) approaches enhanced by Kaizen and Poka Yoke techniques.

Preferred Industries

Education Qualification

Applicants should possess at least a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, preferably in Mechanical Engineering. This educational background will provide the foundational knowledge necessary to excel in quality management and automotive manufacturing processes.

Advanced degrees or certifications in Quality Management Systems, Six Sigma methodologies, or similar areas will be considered a significant asset, demonstrating further commitment to quality initiative success.

General Experience

An ideal candidate will have between 7-10 years of experience in a quality management role within the automotive industry, showcasing a deep understanding of manufacturing processes and quality assurance practices. Experience in successfully leading quality initiatives and managing teams is crucial as well as a track record of improving operational efficiencies.

Familiarity with industry standards, regulations, and quality systems will enhance a candidate's ability to thrive in this role and drive quality improvements across the organization.

Critical Experience

Critical experience should include hands-on involvement with quality assurance strategies, implementing process improvements, and leading teams in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment.

The candidate should demonstrate expertise in tools and methodologies such as APQP, PFMEA, and Lean Manufacturing techniques while also having experience with audits and compliance monitoring. Additionally, practical knowledge in using error-proofing techniques and change management processes is essential.

A proven ability to mentor and develop team members in quality assurance methods will greatly contribute to achieving departmental goals and maintaining high standards of excellence.

System Generated Secondary Skills