Supplier Qualification & On boarding
Evaluate supplier capabilities, quality systems, and capacity
Lead supplier audits (IATF 16949, ISO 9001) and follow up on corrective actions
Approve supplier control plans, process flows, and PFMEAs
New Product Introduction (NPI) Support
Coordinate APQP deliverables: design reviews, DFMEA, process FMEA, control plans
Manage PPAP submissions and sample approvals (PSW, dimensional reports, material certificates)
Facilitate first-article inspections and ensure launch readiness
Production Quality Assurance
Monitor supplier performance metrics (PPM, on-time delivery, COPQ)
Lead cross-functional 8D investigations and root-cause analyses for quality escapes
Implement preventive actions (Poka-Yoke, process improvements)
Continuous Improvement & Collaboration
Drive supplier-driven Kaizen, Lean Six Sigma, and SPC initiatives
Mentor suppliers on best practices for process controls, measurement systems, and defect reduction
Report progress to internal stakeholders and recommend escalation strategies as needed
Documentation & Reporting
Maintain supplier quality files, audit reports, and regulatory compliance records
Develop scorecards and dashboards for supplier performance review meetings
Prepare monthly/quarterly quality summaries and present to senior management
Technical Skills & Tools
Process Knowledge : Machining, Forging, Heat Treatment Process
Quality Methodologies: APQP, PPAP, 8D, 5 Why, SPC, MSA, FMEA, 6 Sigma Green Belt
Standards & Regulations: Internal Auditor IATF 16949
Data Analysis: MS Office, MS Excel, Minitab etc.
Inspection Equipment: Mechanical Comparator Gauges, Dial Indicators, Micrometres, Vernier Calliper, hardness testers, Profile Projector, Contourgraph
Drawing readability: Ability to read GD&T, mechanical drawings, and material specifications
Qualifications Requirement Details
Education :-Bachelor's degree/Diploma in Mechanical, Industrial, Materials, or Manufacturing Engineering
Experience :-3-7 years in supplier or manufacturing quality engineering within automotive components
Certifications
IATF 16949 Internal Auditor
Behavioural Competencies
Strong analytical mind set with problem-solving orientation
Effective communication and negotiation skills across cultures
Ability to influence without direct authority and drive change
Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple concurrent projects
Performance Metrics
Supplier PPM reduction targets
On-time PPAP submission and approval rates
Audit closure rate and effectiveness of corrective actions
Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) savings achieved through supplier improvements
Job Type: Full-time