Product Quality Control/Inspection - Senior Para-Professional

Job Description for QCS2

Department: Quality (CS&Q)
Location: Kolkata

Job Purpose

To ensure consistent in-process product quality across semi-automated manufacturing lines for circuit breakers by implementing effective inspection systems, controlling process variations, and driving continuous improvement to meet customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1.

In-Process Quality Assurance


* Ensure effective quality control at all stages of semi-automated assembly lines


* Define and implement checkpoints, control plans, and inspection standards.


* Monitor critical-to-quality (CTQ) parameters during production.

2.

Process Monitoring & Control


* Analyze and control process capability (Cp, Cpk) for key operations.


* Ensure adherence to SOPs, work instructions, and quality standards.


* Implement Poka-Yoke (mistake-proofing) and error prevention techniques.

3.

Inspection & Testing


* Oversee in-process inspections, functional testing, and visual inspections


* Ensure calibration and proper usage of measurement instruments and automated test equipment.


* Validate jigs, fixtures, and automation setups used in assembly lines.


* Routine tests on Circuit Breakers

4.

Non-Conformance Management


* Identify, document, and drive closure of in-process defects and non-conformities.


* Lead root cause analysis (RCA) using tools like Kata, 8D, DMAIC


* Implement and track corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

5.

Team Leadership


* Manage a team of quality inspectors.


* Ensure proper training and skill development of team members.


* Drive accountability and performance monitoring through KPIs.

6.

Continuous Improvement


* Drive quality improvement initiatives to reduce rejection and rework.


* Support Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen activities in manufacturing lines.


* Improve First Pass Yield (FPY) and reduce defects per million opportunities (DPMO).

7.

Cross-Functional Coordination


* Closely coordinate with Production, Maintenance, Design, and Supplier Quality teams.


* Support new product development (NPD) and process validation.


* Participate in customer audits and internal audits.

8.

Documentation & Compliance


* Maintain all quality records, inspection reports, and audit documentation.


* Ensure compliance with ISO/IEC standards and customer specifications.


* Support regulatory and certification requirements.

Skills & Competencies


* Strong knowledge of electromechanical assembly processes (circuit breakers preferred)


* Understanding of semi-automated production systems


* Proficiency in quality tools (SPC, FMEA, Control Plan, MSA)


* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications


* 8D / Six Sigma knowledge


* Part qualification by PPAP


* Leadership and team management skills


* Strong analytical and problem-solving ability


* Good communication and stakeholder management

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