Kirloskar Brothers Limited

Grade/Level

F Band

Location

Dewas

Education

Minimum Diploma in Electrical / Mechanical.

Experience

Proven expertise in Supplier Quality Management with minimum 6 years of experience preferably in Casting and machining commodity.

SECTION I: PURPOSE OF THE ROLE A two to three line statement outlining the objective or the reason for which the job exists. What would not get done in the organization if this role did not exist?

The purpose of this role is: :

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To assure the quality of incoming castings and machined components through supplier capability enhancement, supplier performance monitoring, and the effective implementation of quality assurance processes. The role is responsible for monitoring incoming material quality, reviewing line complaints and inspection results, driving corrective and preventive actions at supplier locations, and ensuring timely and effective resolution of quality issues to support customer satisfaction, operational excellence, and business objectives.

In addition to above, the role is responsible for:

a) Driving part development activities by identifying, monitoring, and addressing process and quality gaps at an early stage to ensure robust product and process readiness.

b) Conducting supplier audits, coordinating Quality Management System (QMS) activities, and ensuring compliance with KBL quality standards, processes and management system requirements.

c) Promoting a culture of continuous improvement through the implementation and maintenance of Kaizen initiatives, best practices, lessons learned, and quality improvement projects across the KBL Dewas plant.

If this role does not exists then: :

- The absence of this role may result in inadequate assurance of supplier parts conforming to specified quality standards and requirements. This can lead to the acceptance of non-conforming materials, increased line rejections, recurring supplier quality issues, customer dissatisfaction, production disruptions, reduced productivity,



increased cost of poor quality, and potential business loss due to compromised product performance and reliability.

SECTION II: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES OF THE ROLE

Responsibilities attached to the role

Responsibilities

Primary

Ensure incoming quality of castings and machined components through daily monitoring, inspection review, and periodic assessment of supplier quality performance.

Analyze incoming rejection trends, line complaints, and quality concerns to ensure uninterrupted production and customer requirements..

Review, disposition, and ensure timely closure of non-conforming products (NCPs) in coordination with internal stakeholders and suppliers.

Drive root cause analysis and effective implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) at supplier locations.Monitor the effectiveness of actions and ensure sustainable closure of recurring quality issues.

Support supplier upgradation towards Green Channel status through process improvement and quality system strengthening.

Drive implementation and compliance of PPAP, Control Plans, Process Flow Diagrams, PFMEA, SPC, MSA, and other quality assurance requirements.

Monitor supplier development activities and project milestones to ensure readiness for recent and existing products.

Identify process gaps, quality risks, and improvement opportunities during product development.

Plan and conduct supplier process, system audits.

Facilitate supplier quality improvement initiatives through Kaizen and defect reduction projects.

Promote a proactive quality culture focused on prevention rather than detection.





Maintain and update a centralized repository of Kaizens, supplier improvements, lessons learned, and best practices for KBL Dewas.

Drive deployment of successful improvement initiatives across the supplier base and within the organization.

Track supplier quality KPIs such as PPM, rejection rate, COPQ, audit scores, OFI closure, and supplier rating.

Prepare periodic performance reports and review supplier quality performance with management.

Secondary

Prepare and maintain periodic quality performance reports, supplier quality data, rejection trends, and management review inputs.

Process and track supplier debit notes related to quality rejections, rework, segregation, and associated quality costs.

Support and ensure timely inspection, disposition, and clearance of inhouse castings, fettled components.

Coordinate wit

Maintain and continuously improve incoming inspection processes, inspection methods, and quality control systems.

Prepare, review, update, and maintain Quality Assurance Plans (QAPs), inspection standards, quality procedures, and related documentation.

Coordinate and support activities related to the Integrated Management System (IMS), including Quality, Environmental, and Occupational Health & Safety requirements.

Ensure compliance with+B20 organizational policies, procedures, and audit requirements.

Actively participate in and support management initiatives such as 5S, Kaizen, TPM, and other continuous improvement programs.

Support and participate in Value Analysis and Value Engineering activities aimed at cost reduction, quality improvement, and process enhancement.

Conduct and facilitate quality-related training programs for internal teams and suppliers on quality tools, problem-solving methodologies, PPAP, SPC, Control Plans, and KBL quality requirements.

Support organizational objectives through active participation in quality and operational excellence initiatives.

📌 Manager (India)
🏢 Kirloskar Brothers
📍 India