Job Description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented

QA Engineer

with expertise in

surface finishing processes

, specifically

Powder Coating, Electroplating, and Hot Dip Galvanizing (HDG)

. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring that surface treatment processes meet required quality standards, specifications, and customer requirements. This includes conducting inspections, managing quality documentation, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform

in-process and final inspections

of components undergoing

powder coating, plating, and hot dip galvanizing

. Develop and maintain

inspection procedures, quality plans, and test methods

for surface finishing operations. Monitor

coating thickness, adhesion, curing

, and

surface finish quality

using appropriate testing equipment (e.g., DFT meters, gloss meters, adhesion testers). Ensure compliance with

customer specifications, industry standards

(e.g., ASTM, ISO, IS), and internal quality criteria. Conduct

salt spray tests

,

cross-hatch adhesion tests

, and

visual inspections

as per specification. Analyze surface defects (e.g., blisters, flaking, uneven coating) and coordinate with production teams to initiate corrective actions. Ensure that pre-treatment processes (e.g., degreasing, phosphate coating, pickling) are carried out effectively. Maintain and calibrate inspection equipment used for coating quality verification. Create and manage

quality reports, non-conformance reports (NCRs)

, and

Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)

. Support

internal audits

,

customer inspections

, and

third-party quality audits

. Contribute to

continuous improvement

and

root cause analysis (RCA)

efforts related to surface finish quality.

Requirements:

Education:

Bachelor's/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.

Experience:

3-6 years of hands-on quality assurance experience in

surface finishing processes

such as

powder coating, plating (zinc, nickel, chrome, etc.), and hot dip galvanizing

.

Skills:

Familiarity with

coating standards

such as ASTM D3359, ASTM B117, ISO 9227, ISO 2063. Proficient in

using coating thickness gauges (DFT), adhesion testers, gloss meters, hardness testers

. Understanding of

pre-treatment chemicals, curing cycles, and surface preparation techniques

. Good knowledge of

quality management systems

(e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 14001). Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills. Proficient in MS Office, and basic familiarity with ERP systems for quality data entry.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certification in

Coating Inspection

(e.g., NACE, SSPC, BGAS-CSWIP, FROSIO). Experience in

automotive, construction, or heavy industrial sectors

using surface finishing processes. Exposure to

Lean Six Sigma

or similar process improvement tools.

Working Conditions:

Work involves time on the

shop floor

and

coating/plating areas

. May require

PPE

use in chemical treatment and galvanizing areas. Involves coordination with multiple departments including production, design, and customer service.
Regard's

Shivani Mishra (9967880083)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to ₹50,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Food provided Health insurance Provident Fund
Work Location: In person