Hiring: Quality Manager – Precision Machining & Cold Forging
Location: Chennai
Experience: 8–15 Years
CTC: Up to ₹10 LPA
Industry: Precision Engineering / Automotive Components

We are looking for someone who understands the manufacturing process deeply, can identify potential risks before defects occur, and can build robust prevention-oriented quality systems rather than relying only on inspection.

Key Responsibilities :
Lead the overall Quality function covering Incoming, In-Process, Final and Customer Quality.
Develop and drive a solid Zero Defect / Prevention-oriented Quality culture.
Understand and analyze Precision CNC Machining and Cold Forging processes.
Identify potential process failures using PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC and Process Capability.
Drive Cpk improvement, Poka-Yoke and process-control initiatives.
Lead customer complaints, 8D, Root Cause Analysis and permanent corrective actions.
Monitor and reduce Customer PPM, Internal Rejection, Rework and COPQ.
Work closely with Production, Engineering, Tool Room and Suppliers to eliminate recurring defects.
Drive supplier quality improvement for raw materials, forgings and bought-out components.
Lead APQP, PPAP, MSA, SPC and customer audit requirements.
Ensure effective use of CMM,



gauges, measuring systems and inspection methods.

Technical Expertise Required

Robust knowledge of:
Precision CNC Turning / Machining
CNC Swiss / Automatic Machines – preferred
Threading, Tapping, Drilling & Reaming
GD&T; and dimensional control
Surface finish and geometric tolerances
Cp / Cpk – Process Capability
SPC, MSA, PFMEA & Control Plans
Root Cause Analysis & 8D
Poka-Yoke / Error Proofing

Cold Forging Knowledge – Highly Preferred

Candidates with practical knowledge of Cold Forging processes will be preferred, particularly in:
Material flow
Die & punch-related defects
Cracks, laps and folds
Tool wear
Lubrication
Raw material quality
Process parameters and dimensional variation

Qualification

BE / B.Tech / Diploma – Mechanical / Production / Quality Engineering

Experience
8–15 years of relevant manufacturing quality experience
Automotive / Precision Engineering experience preferred
IATF 16949 / VDA 6.3 exposure will be an advantage

Pay: ₹800,000.00 - ₹1,000,000.00 per year

Advantages:
Health insurance
Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

📌 Quality Manager – Precision Machining & Cold Forging Chennai
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