Job Overview

Supervises a team of quality technicians, inspectors, and/or engineers, ensuring effective in-process controls and defect prevention.

Responsibilities

- Continuous Improvement Problem Solving
- Lead and execute CI projects using Six Sigma, Shainin Red X methodologies.
- Apply Shainin tools such as Red X Problem Solving, Component Search, Paired Comparison, BOB/WOW, and Multi-Vari charts for variation reduction.
- Facilitate RCA with structured techniques: 8D, DMAIC, 5 Why, Fishbone Diagram, FMEA.
- Drive reduction in internal rejections, customer complaints, scrap, rework, and process variation.
- Strengthen process control through robust PFMEA, Control Plans, Standardized Work, Error-Proofing
- Use data analytics, SPC, MSA, and Shainin diagnostic tools to improve process capability and predict failures.
- Work closely with Engineering, Operations, Program Management, Maintenance, and Supplier Quality to drive improvement.
- Lead structured CI project governance reviews and support decision-making for plant leadership.

- Training, Capability Building Culture Development

- Train teams in Lean Principles, Six Sigma problem solving, and Shainin Red X tools and techniques.
- Mentor and develop CI practitioners (Yellow Belt, Green Belt).




- Promote a continuous improvement mindset across the organization through Kaizen engagement programs.

Education and Knowledge

- BE/ B.Tech (Electronic, Mechanical)
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (Mandatory), Black Belt preferred.
- Shainin Red X Certification / Training preferred
- Certified Internal Auditor (IATF16949 / VDA 6.3) preferred.

Critical Experience

- 510 years of experience in CI, Quality, Lean Manufacturing, or Process Engineering.
- Proven success in leading high-impact projects
- Experience in automotive, aerospace, electronics, or high-volume manufacturing operations.
- Good technical knowledge.
- Robust command over Lean, Six Sigma, and Shainin Red X methodologies.
- Hands-on knowledge with SPC, MSA, PFMEA, Control Plan, DOE
- Experience using analytical tools (Minitab, Power BI, Red X software preferred)
- Strong communication and influencing skills.
- Ability to lead change, coach teams, and drive cross-functional alignment.
- Analytical thinking, structured problem-solving, and project management capability
- Good teamwork and coordination skills.
- Strong Communication Skills Clear reporting and explaining findings.

Competencies

- SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)

📌 QUALITY CONTROL ANALYST III (Pune)
🏢 TE Connectivity
📍 Pune