Engage with supplier in early vehicle development phase to ensure quality and timely delivery of recent parts (EVI - Early Vendor Involvement). Part development planning: Prepare Advanced part quality plan (APQP) for every part to meet the timelines of vehicle build plan in partnership with supplier. Prepare part Manufacturing Planning at supplier end by creating Process Flow Diagram, Floor Plan Layout, PFMEA and RPN Reduction Plan, Facilities Preparation, Machinery & Equipment requirement, Tooling and Packaging Specifications. Verify Tier 2 supplier Planning by validating their Tooling, Equipment, Production capacity, PPAP, Run @ Rate verification. Prepare Quality Plans which includes APQP Program Review frequency, Control Plans, Gauges / Checking Fixtures, Operator and Gauge Instructions, Boundary Samples and TGR/TGW. Plan and verify that the team leaders, quality team members and operators are trained for production and quality of the part. Review in detail and assess readiness for Tooling Kick Off (TKO), Monitor tool development including risks associated.
Obtain initial samples and take quality approval for the part from Quality Assurance team (IR/MR). Drive Installation Quality Audit (IQA)



along with production quality and supplier for proprietary and black box items. Plan for Early production issue containment to ensure quality of early deliveries. Tool management and Cost Reduction: Supplier Management Process: Relationship Management: Develop and maintain good relationships with the stakeholders for smooth processes and achieve optimal quality performance.
People Management: Identify areas of technical improvement, plan training interventions and train the suppliers.
Report status on project wise developments
Product Line Review of project timelines, information/clarification on vehicle build plan(alpha/beta/sop)
Manufacturing ECN change related details, quality/supply matters of development parts
Experience in APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, Control Plans, and GD&T.;
Hands-on experience in supplier audits and quality problem-solving.
Knowledge of plastic molding, foam molding, upholstery, and trim assembly processes.
Exposure to automotive quality standards (IATF 16949, VDA, AIAG).
Strong analytical and stakeholder management skills.

BE/B.Tech in Mechanical, Production, Automobile, or Industrial Engineering.
Experience with Automotive OEMs or Tier-1 suppliers.

📌 Sr. Manager Quality Assurance (Pune)
🏢 Tata Motors
📍 Pune