Dy. Manager- Quality

SHAKTI PUMPS (INDIA) LIMITED; Pithampur; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

SHAKTI PUMPS (INDIA) LIMITED in Pithampur seeks a Quality Manager to develop and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS). The role involves conducting audits, inspections, and managing supplier quality to ensure compliance with standards. A bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science and 5-7 years of experience in quality assurance are required. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills are essential. The position promotes continuous improvement across various functions.

Qualifications

• Graduate in any stream.
• Strong analytical skills, with ability to interpret data/trends.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of quality standards and regulations relevant to the industry.
• Proven experience (5-7 years) in quality assurance/control.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Conduct inspections and audits for compliance.
• Collaborate with departments to integrate quality requirements.
• Train staff on quality procedures and best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Quality, or related discipline

Tools

MS Office (especially Excel)

Quality tools/methodologies (e.g. Six Sigma)

Job description

To ensure the highest standards of product and process quality by developing, implementing, and maintaining an effective Quality Management System (QMS). The role is responsible for driving compliance, conducting inspections and audits, managing supplier quality, and promoting continuous improvement initiatives across all functions to achieve operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) in line with internal policies and external standards.
• Inspect incoming materials, in-process production, and finished products for compliance with quality specifications.
• Perform regular internal audits and inspections to ensure adherence to procedures, standards, and regulations.
• Identify non-conformities, investigate root causes, and coordinate corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Monitor quality metrics (defect rates, rejects, yields, etc.), analyze trends, and provide reports to management.
• Collaborate with production, procurement, R&D, and other departments to integrate quality requirements in all processes.
• Manage supplier quality: evaluate vendor performance, ensure materials/components meet required specifications.
• Ensure documentation is up to date – quality manuals, SOPs, work instructions, records, test reports.
• Train staff on quality procedures, best practices, and awareness of quality standards.
• Support external audits / customer audits and regulatory inspections.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce defects, and lower cost of quality.

Skills & Qualification:

• Graduate in any stream.
• Strong analytical skills, with ability to interpret data/trends and make data-driven decisions.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, to coordinate with various teams.
• Problem solving skills; ability to perform root cause analysis.
• Organizational skills; ability to handle multiple tasks, set priorities, meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of quality standards and regulations relevant to the industry.
• Familiarity with quality tools/methodologies (e.g. Six Sigma, Statistical Process Control, etc.).
• Computer skills: MS Office (especially Excel), data reporting tools, etc.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Quality, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience (5-7 years or more) in quality assurance/control in a similar industry.
• Exposure to audits, regulatory requirements, supplier evaluation.
• Certifications in quality systems or practices (optional but preferred).