Role & responsibilities
Lead end-to-end quality assurance activities across incoming, in-process, and final inspections.
Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, customer-specific requirements, and quality standards.
Drive customer complaint resolution using 8D, 5 Why, and root cause analysis methodologies.
Monitor and improve key quality KPIs such as PPM, COPQ, and rejection rates.
Lead internal audits, process audits, and support external/customer audits.
Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for quality issues.
Ensure effective implementation of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, and SPC (Core Tools).
Manage supplier quality performance and coordinate supplier development activities.
Lead and mentor the quality team to achieve operational excellence.
Coordinate with Production, Maintenance, and NPD teams for quality improvements.
Ensure calibration and maintenance of inspection and measuring equipment.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives through Kaizen, Lean, and Six Sigma practices.
Prepare and present quality reports to management and customers.
Ensure adherence to quality documentation, SOPs, control plans,



and work instructions.
Support current product development and successful customer project launches.

Preferred candidate profile
Preference for candidates with experience in sheet metal stamping, welding, tube bending, and fabrication processes.
Solid knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, and Control Plans.
Hands-on experience in handling OEM/Tier-1 customer audits and customer complaint resolution using 8D methodology.
Positive understanding of GD&T;, engineering drawings, and inspection techniques.
Proficient in the use of quality measuring instruments such as CMM, Vernier, Micrometer, Height Gauge, etc.
Experience in leading teams, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
Experience with automotive customers such as Hyundai, Tata Motors, Mahindra, Maruti Suzuki, or other OEMs/Tier-1 suppliers will be an added advantage.

📌 Deputy Quality Manager Pune
🏢 NASH group
📍 Pune