Quality Engineer

Role & responsibili

Key Responsibilities

Process monitoring and inspection

• Carry out first-piece, last-piece, and patrol inspections according to the control plan and inspection standards.
• Verify process parameters (temperature, pressure, torque, speed, cycle time, etc.) against the defined specifications.
• Make sure work instructions, SOPs, and inspection standards are available, current, and being followed at each workstation.
• Approve setups after tool changes, die changes, or machine breakdowns before production resumes.

Non-conformance handling

• Identify, tag, segregate, and contain non-conforming material on the line.
• Lead line-level problem solving using 5-Why, Fishbone (Ishikawa), and Why-Why analysis.
• Raise and track corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) until they are verified as effective.
• Coordinate rework and repair activities and get them approved.

Data and statistical control

• Maintain inspection records, check sheets, and rejection/rework data.
• Monitor SPC charts and process capability (Cp, Cpk) for critical characteristics.
• Prepare daily and monthly quality reports, including PPM, rejection Pareto, and line-wise quality performance.

Systems and compliance

• Support implementation and upkeep of IATF 16949 / ISO 9001 requirements on the shop floor.
• Contribute to PFMEA, control plan, and process flow diagram updates.
• Verify and control Poka-Yoke (error-proofing) devices and keep their verification records.
• Ensure gauges and instruments in use are calibrated and support MSA studies (GR&R).
• Take part in internal audits, process audits, layered process audits (LPA), and product audits.

Team and continuous improvement

• Train operators and line inspectors on quality standards, defect identification, and inspection methods.
• Drive quality improvement projects and support Kaizen, 5S, and quality circle initiatives.
• Provide input on customer complaints and help implement line-level countermeasures.ties

Preferred candidate profile