Quality Head (Sheet Metal Press Parts)

About the Company

Sidhakala Group of Industries, established in 1997, specializes in manufacturing press components, press tooling, and welded assemblies. The group consists of two primary units: Sidhakala Engineers (Bhosari plant) and Sidhakala Auto Stamping Pvt Ltd (Chakan plant).

Position Overview

We are searching for a seasoned Quality Head to steer the quality department focusing on sheet metal press parts at our Chakan-Pune facility. This leadership role reports directly to the Plant Head.

Responsibilities

• Establish, maintain, and advance the Quality Management System (QMS) complying with IATF 16949, ISO 9001:2015, and ISO 14001 standards.
• Head the Quality department ensuring superior product quality across incoming materials, in-process activities, and final product inspections.
• Achieve customer satisfaction by promoting zero-defect production and ongoing quality improvements.
• Direct the deployment of AIAG Core Tools including APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, DFMEA, MSA, SPC, Control Plans, and Process Flow Diagrams.
• Oversee all APQP processes, encompassing planning, product and process design, validation, and feedback for new product development.
• Review, authorize, and submit PPAP documents promptly to meet customer deadlines.
• Manage customer and supplier audits, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement with CQI-11 standards.
• Execute PFMEA and DFMEA to pinpoint process risks and implement preventative measures.
• Perform Measurement System Analysis such as Gauge R&R, Bias, Linearity, and Stability tests.
• Enhance process capabilities utilizing SPC, CP, CPK, PP, and PPK analytics.
• Utilize and promote the 7 QC Tools effectively: Check Sheet, Histogram, Pareto Chart, Cause & Effect Diagram, Scatter Diagram, Control Charts.
• Lead problem-solving initiatives using methods like 8D, 5 Why Analysis, Fishbone Diagram, CAPA, and Root Cause Analysis.
• Integrate Poka-Yoke, Kaizen, and Lean Manufacturing concepts to eradicate defects and boost process efficiency.
• Track and decrease Customer PPM, Internal PPM, Supplier PPM, rejection rates, rework, and scrap through systematic enhancements.
• Conduct internal, process, product, supplier, and customer audits to verify QMS conformity.
• Manage calibration, measuring instruments, Gauge R&R, and ensure traceability rigorously.
• Assess quality impact of engineering and process changes, updating FMEA, Control Plans, and PPAP documents accordingly.
• Ensure adherence to environmental standards per ISO 14001 and all legal and customer mandates.
• Monitor Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ), warranty claims, and quality-related losses, initiating cost-reduction strategies.
• Analyze and calculate various quality metrics including PPM, sample sizes, CP, CPK, PP, PPK, GR&R, control limits, and quality costs.
• Formulate quality objectives, KPIs, MIS reports, and present these findings to senior leadership.
• Collaborate with departments such as Production, Design, Purchase, Tool Room, and Customers to achieve quality targets.
• Lead and develop the Quality team fostering ownership, accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Promote a culture oriented towards best quality practices, preventive systems, and customer-centric manufacturing protocols.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred).
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in the industry with at least 5 years as a Quality Head in a sheet metal press part manufacturing environment or an equivalent role.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong experience with ISO 9001:2015 and IATF 16949 auditing standards, specifically in sheet metal part manufacturing.
• Excellent communication skills, both spoken and written; capable of independent work, managing tasks within deadlines, and effective interaction with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining a positive demeanor and delivering superior customer service.

Contact Information

Phone: +91 8380044811
Email: hr.sidhakalaengineers@gmail.com