Plant Quality Manager

Position: Plant Quality Manager

Work Location: Mysore

Organization:Cyient DLM Limited

Industry: Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS)

Job Summary: The Plant Quality Manager is responsible for managing and improving all quality systems and processes across the manufacturing plant, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality electronic and electro-mechanical products. The role oversees all aspects of quality from supplier quality to in-process control and final inspection covering PCBA manufacturing, mechanical fabrication, surface finishing, and box build assemblies. The position requires strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and a strategic approach to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

1. Quality Leadership & Management

• Lead and manage the plants Quality Assurance and Quality Control teams.
• Develop and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with ISO 9001 / IATF 16949 / ISO 13485 (as applicable).
• Define plant quality objectives, KPIs, and continuous improvement initiatives aligned with business goals.
• Promote a strong culture of quality, accountability, and operational excellence across all departments.

2. Product & Process Quality

• Oversee quality control across all manufacturing operations:
• PCBA: SMT, wave soldering, through-hole assembly, functional testing, conformal coating.
• Mechanical fabrication: sheet metal, machining, powder coating, plating, and mechanical assembly.

• Box Build Integration: electro-mechanical assembly, wiring harnessing, testing, and packaging.
• Implement and monitor process control systems (SPC, Cp/Cpk studies) to ensure consistent process capability.
• Ensure implementation of PFMEA, control plans, work instructions, and standard inspection criteria for all product lines.
• Drive problem-solving and root cause analysis (8D, 5 Why, DMAIC) to prevent recurrence of quality issues.

3. Supplier & Incoming Quality

• Oversee incoming material inspection and supplier quality performance.
• Work with sourcing and supplier development teams to qualify new suppliers and improve existing ones.
• Manage supplier audits, corrective actions, and PPAP submissions where applicable.

4. Customer Quality Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for customer quality issues, audits, and product approvals.
• Lead investigation and resolution of customer complaints, ensuring timely corrective and preventive actions.
• Support NPI (New Product Introduction) activities through quality planning, validation, and risk assessment.

5. Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure compliance with IPC standards (IPC-A-610, IPC-A-600, IPC/WHMA-A-620), RoHS, REACH, and other industry or regulatory requirements.
• Lead Lean Six Sigma projects to improve yield, reduce rework, and enhance product reliability.
• Utilize data-driven tools and metrics to identify opportunities for process and system improvement.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelors degree in Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering (Masters degree preferred).

Experience:

• Minimum 1520 years of experience in Quality Management within an Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) or Electro-Mechanical Assembly

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• Strong working knowledge of PCBA, mechanical fabrication, surface finishing (powder coating, plating), and box build operations.
• Proven experience in handling customer audits, quality certifications, and managing cross-functional teams.

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in FMEA, PPAP, APQP, SPC, MSA, 8D problem solving, and Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Familiar with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 13485, and AS9100 quality standards (as relevant).
• Hands-on experience with inspection/testing tools, ERP/MES systems, and data analysis software (Excel, Minitab, Power BI).

Soft Skills:

• Strong leadership, communication, and people management abilities.
• Analytical mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Excellent customer interfacing and cross-functional collaboration skills.

How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume to: Rajashekhara.N@cyientdlm.com