* Understand drawing and specification requirements, develop QC plans & MFRs,
FAIs
* Inspect incoming raw materials, components, and purchased parts as per
defined specifications and standards.
* Verify conformance to drawings, purchase requirements, and quality standards.
* Identify, document, and segregate non-conforming materials.
* Coordinate with suppliers for rejection, return, and corrective actions.
* Support supplier evaluation and monitor supplier quality performance.
Incoming Quality Assurance (IQA)
* Conduct incoming inspection and ensure only conforming materials are released
for production use.
* Develop inspection and sampling methodology and use of statistical tools to
develop and maintain QC programs
* Maintain inspection records, material inspection reports, and traceability.
* Ensure adherence to inspection plans, standards, and quality procedures.
* Ensure proper identification and disposition of non-conforming materials
(rework / return / scrap).
Quality Problem Solving & Improvement
* Use quality tools such as 7 QC tools, 5-Why analysis, and Fishbone diagrams
to investigate issues.
* Assist in reducing material rejection, scrap, and rework through effective
analysis and actions.
* Participate in continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen, Lean, 5S).
Documentation & Compliance
* Maintain quality documentation including inspection reports, NCRs, and CAPA
records.
* Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and internal quality management system
requirements.
* Support internal and external audits related to incoming material quality.
* Prepare and present quality and rejection trend reports.
Support to Manufacturing / Process Team
* Work closely with manufacturing/process teams to analyze rejections happening
on the production line due to material issues.
* Participate in root cause analysis of material-related defects identified at
the manufacturing stage.
* Support implementation of corrective a