Company: Western Heat & Forge Pvt. Ltd. (WHF)

Location:
MIDC Bhosari, Pune Employment Type: On-role, Full time Department: Quality Assurance Role Level: Manager / Sr. Manager / AGM (based on fit) Openings: 01

Education:
BE / DME in Mechanical / Production / Metallurgy / relevant technical education

Experience:
12 to 18 Years CTC: 12.00 to 15.00 LPA (flexible for the right fit) Application Window: 24/10/2026 to 29/10/2026 Interview Mode: 1:1 (In-person / Virtual) Western Heat & Forge Pvt. Ltd. (WHF) is looking for an experienced quality leader to head quality for its forging operations, serving majorly Oil & Gas customers, with the strong focus on Quality, OTD and Cost. ? Quality & Process Control
• Lead quality assurance across forging and final inspection; ensure 100% control plan and UDS inspection compliance.
• Monitor in-process rejection, scrap, hold and rework; improve COPQ and drive Kaizen, Poka-Yoke initiatives. ? Customer Quality
• Achieve zero customer complaints through proactive quality controls.
• Lead complaint investigations using 8D, RCA, Fishbone and CAPA with timely closure of corrective actions. ? Quality Systems & Audits
• Maintain compliance with IATF 16949,



ISO 9001 and customer-specific requirements.
• Lead internal, process and product audits; ensure timely closure of non-conformities. ? NPD Quality
• Support APQP activities and secure PPAP approvals for first-time-right development.
• Coordinate with production and machine shop for timely product launches. ? Team Development
• Build team competency through technical training and skill matrix reviews.
• Mentor quality engineers and inspectors to give their best and Improve Product Quality. ✅ Must Have Requirement:
• 12–18 years in Close Die & Open Die Forging quality, including minimum 5 years in a leadership role
• Strong process knowledge of Close Die & Open Die Forging Hammers & Presses
• Majorly Oil & Gas Products and Automotive forging industry experience with OEM & Exports customers
• Strong knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, API, APQP/PPAP and quality core tools
• Hands-on 8D, RCA, Fishbone, CAPA, SPC, Kaizen and Poka-Yoke

How to Apply
Email: [email protected] WhatsApp: +91 (phone hidden) Subject: Application – Quality Head – Forging Division

📌 Quality Head – Forging Division (Chakan)
🏢 Western Heat & Forge Private
📍 Chakan