Quality Head (2-5 Years)

job title: quality head sheet metal

department: quality assurance

location: manufacturing plant

reporting to: plant head / operations head

job purpose

to lead and manage the quality function for sheet metal manufacturing operations, ensuring compliance with customer requirements, industry standards, and continuous improvement in product quality and processes.

key responsibilities

quality management & systems

develop, implement, and maintain quality management systems (iso 9001 / iatf as applicable).

establish quality standards, procedures, and sops for sheet metal fabrication processes.

ensure compliance with customer quality requirements and statutory regulations.

manufacturing quality control

oversee incoming, in-process, and final inspection of sheet metal components.

monitor quality at all stages: cutting, bending, punching, welding, surface treatment, and assembly.

ensure use and calibration of measuring instruments (vernier, micrometer, height gauge, cmm, etc.).

customer & supplier quality

handle customer complaints, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive actions (capa).

lead customer audits and ensure timely closure of audit observations.

manage supplier quality, including vendor audits and incoming material quality control.

problem solving & continuous improvement

lead problem-solving methodologies: 8d, 5 why, fishbone, pareto analysis.

drive defect reduction, scrap control, and rework minimization initiatives.

support lean, kaizen, and six sigma initiatives for quality improvement.

team leadership

lead and mentor quality engineers, inspectors, and supervisors.

conduct training on quality tools, inspection methods, and process control.

review team performance and ensure skill development.

documentation & reporting

maintain quality records, inspection reports, control plans, ppap/apqp documentation.

prepare mis reports on quality performance, rejections, customer complaints, and kpis.

required skills & competencies

strong knowledge of sheet metal processes and fabrication techniques.

expertise in qms standards (iso 9001 / iatf preferred).

proficiency in gd&t, drawing interpretation, and inspection methods.

excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills.

ability to coordinate with production, design, and supply chain teams.

qualification & experience

education: be / btech / diploma in mechanical or production engineering.

experience: 2-4 years in quality roles within sheet metal .

• Experience

  2 - 5 Years

• No. of Openings

  5

• Education

  Graduate (B.Tech/B.E)

• Role

  Quality Head

• Industry Type

  Manufacturing / Production / Quality

• Gender

  Male

• Job Country

  India

• Type of Job

  Full Time

• Work Location Type

  Work from Office

• Face interview location

  Nashik