Job Description

Job description

Job Summary:

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Manager - Quality to lead and manage the

quality functions in our Smart Energy Meter production facility. This role requires expertise in managing

quality across SMT-PCB lines, energy meter assembly (IPQC), pilot production, and PDI processes. The

ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, regulatory knowledge, and a continuous improvement mindset to

drive zero-defect manufacturing and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

? Lead IPQC operations for SMT lines, PCB quality assurance, and smart energy meter assembly

processes.

? Oversee Pilot Lot production for new product validation, ensuring alignment with product design,

regulatory norms, and performance expectations.

? Ensure Pre-Dispatch Inspection (PDI) protocols are adhered to and 100% compliant for all customer

deliveries.

? Develop, implement, and continuously improve Quality Systems in compliance with ISO/IEC 17025,

BIS, NABL, and other applicable standards.

? Conduct internal quality audits and coordinate external audits with regulatory bodies and customers.

? Manage quality engineers, technicians, and cross-functional teams to drive root cause analysis

(RCA), CAPA, and proactive defect prevention.

? Use structured quality tools and methodologies such as FMEA, SPC, 5 Why, Pareto, Six Sigma for

continuous improvement.

? Track and report key quality metrics (e.g., Cp, Cpk, DPPM, First Pass Yield, Rejection %, Field Return

Rates).

? Collaborate with design, production, and supply chain teams to resolve quality concerns and ensure

end-to-end product integrity.

? Support IQC and supplier quality teams for SMT components, PCBs, and other critical parts inspection

and approval.

? Drive a Zero-Defect culture through team mentoring, training programs, and shop-floor engagement.

Required Qualifications:

? Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electronics/Electrical/Industrial) or Quality Management.

? Minimum 10+ years of relevant experience in quality management within a manufacturing setup,

preferably in electronics or metering industry.

? Proven leadership experience in managing production quality (SMT, IPQC, Pilot, and PDI).

? In-depth knowledge of quality standards, regulatory norms (BIS, ISO, NABL), and hands-on

exposure to quality tools.

? Certification in Quality (Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, CQE, or equivalent) preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?100,000.00 - ?125,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person