The QA Engineer is responsible for ensuring customer quality requirements are met through effective quality management, issue investigation, corrective actions, supplier coordination, and compliance with automotive and industry standards. The role supports customer audits, PPAP activities, and continuous improvement initiatives to maintain customer satisfaction and business continuity.

Key Responsibilities
Investigate customer quality issues and coordinate root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
Prepare and maintain 8D reports, NCRs, and other quality documentation.
Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturers to resolve quality concerns and implement improvement plans.
Manage PPAP submissions and supporting documentation for recent projects and customer requirements.
Support customer, supplier, and certification audits, including onsite and self-assessment activities.
Prepare and maintain quality-related documents, including:
ISO 9001 certificates and records
IATF 16949 documentation
CQI-9 Heat Treat System Assessments
CQI-11 Plating System Assessments




ELV test reports and compliance documents
Work closely with Sales, Customer Care, Operations, and suppliers to ensure timely resolution of customer requests.
Monitor quality performance indicators and recommend continuous improvement initiatives.
Ensure compliance with company quality procedures, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements.
Provide quality support for new customer onboarding and project launches.

Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum 3 years of experience in Quality Assurance, preferably in the automotive or manufacturing industry.
Strong knowledge of PPAP, APQP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, and 8D problem-solving methodologies.
Familiarity with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, CQI-9, and CQI-11 requirements.
Experience managing customer complaints, supplier quality issues, and audit activiti

📌 Quality Assurance Engineer (Chennai)
🏢 TR, part of the Trifast plc group
📍 Chennai