Position Title: Quality Production Professional
Reports To: SQM-Lead
Department: Supplier Quality Management
Educational Qualification: Diploma / BE in Mechanical Engg
Grip Position Level: PL10
Position Level: Senior Executive
Position Level in Org Structure: Individual Contributor
Work Experience: 7-10 years of experience
Job Responsibilities:
- Execute the complete component approval process as per the defined procedures.
- Maintain accurate records of component qualifications and approvals.
- Test and evaluate new component samples against specifications and applications.
- Verify test reports and other related documentation for components.
- Address technical queries related to components.
- Collaborate with SQM teams in Hebburn and Berlin when needed for technical consultations
- Ensure qualified and preferred suppliers are used for new developments.
- Validate and ensure the usage of qualified components wherever applicable.
- Follow up on corrective actions for issues identified during component qualification.
- Participate in technical reviews with suppliers.
- Drive Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)
activities. - Assist Strategic Procurement in identifying alternate sources for different components.
- Conduct supplier audits to evaluate and select suppliers as per VDA 6.3 (Verband der
Automobilindustrie). - Support process improvements at supplier facilities.
- Support root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for component-related issues.
- Maintain and retain documentation as per QMS requirements.
- Strive to achieve and exceed agreed KPIs.
- Execute tasks as assigned by the reporting manager.
- Address component-related production issues and contribute to solutions and improvements.
Technical Competencies:
- Proficient in reading, analysing, and understanding specifications and technical drawings.
- Strong understanding of various mechanical components and their manufacturing processes.
- Comprehensive knowledge of component CTQs, testing methodologies, GD & T’s and validation
processes - Expertise in failure analysis of components and ability to identify root causes and drive
corrective actions and improvements effectively. - Skilled in using structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D Problem-Solving and
Corrective Action/Preventive Action (CA/PA) - Hands-on experience with component testing and validation processes.
Soft Skills:
- Communication and Interpersonal skills
- Adaptability and Resilience
- Cultural Awareness and Global Mindset
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Global Collaboration
- Customer-Centric Approach
Additional Knowledge:
- Proficient in software’s like AutoCAD, Unigraphics, SolidWorks, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and MS
Word. - Awareness and expertise in ISO 9001, preferably auditor.
- Regulations like REACH, RoHS and UL compliance.
- 7QC Tools, Automotive Core Tools (APQP).
- Production Part Approval Process (PPAP).
- Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
- Statistical Process Control (SPC).
- Measurement System Analysis (MSA).