Incoming Quality Engineer

Hitachi, Ltd.; Vadodara; On-site; INR 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi, Ltd. in Vadodara seeks an Incoming Quality Engineer to assure the quality of incoming materials and components for manufacturing. You will prevent defects, minimize rework, and uphold Hitachi’s high product standards.

You will develop inspection plans, perform thorough checks on materials, and work with suppliers and internal teams to ensure seamless material flow and compliance with quality systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in quality engineering in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong understanding of quality control principles and methodologies (SPC, FMEA, 8D, PPAP).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience with measurement equipment (calipers, micrometers, CMM, optical inspection).
• Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities to collaborate with internal teams and suppliers.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain incoming quality inspection plans based on specifications and standards.
• Perform inspections and tests on incoming materials to verify conformance.
• Use quality tools (CMM, gauges) for material evaluation and conformity.
• Identify, document, and investigate non-conforming materials and initiate CAPA.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve issues and drive improvements.
• Work with R&D, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to set quality requirements.
• Analyze data to identify trends and drive continuous improvement.
• Participate in NPI to establish critical quality parameters for new components.
• Maintain records of inspection results, non-conformances, and supplier performance.
• Stay updated on ISO 9001 and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SPC

FMEA

8D

PPAP

CMM

Optical inspection

Calipers

Micrometers

ISO 9001 tooling

Job description

Job Summary

The Incoming Quality Engineer at Hitachi, Ltd. is responsible for ensuring the quality of incoming materials and components used in our manufacturing processes. This role plays a critical part in preventing defects, minimizing rework, and maintaining the high standards of Hitachi products.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain incoming quality inspection plans and procedures based on engineering specifications, industry standards, and customer requirements.
• Perform thorough inspections and tests on incoming raw materials, components, and sub-assemblies to verify adherence to quality standards and specifications.
• Utilize various quality control tools and methodologies (e.g., CMM, optical comparators, gauges, statistical process control) for effective material evaluation.
• Identify, document, and investigate non-conforming materials, initiating appropriate corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Work closely with suppliers to resolve quality issues, implement supplier quality improvement programs, and conduct supplier audits as needed.
• Collaborate with R&D, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams to establish clear quality requirements and ensure seamless material flow.
• Analyze incoming quality data, identify trends, and generate reports to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in new product introduction (NPI) processes to establish critical quality parameters for new components.
• Maintain accurate records of inspection results, non-conformances, and supplier performance.
• Stay updated on industry best practices, quality standards (e.g., ISO 9001), and relevant regulatory requirements.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in quality engineering, specifically in an incoming quality or supplier quality role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of quality control principles, tools, and methodologies (e.g., SPC, FMEA, 8D, PPAP).
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience with various measurement and inspection equipment (e.g., calipers, micrometers, CMM, optical inspection systems).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to conduct root cause analysis.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).