Line Quality Engineer

East West Lingam Pvt Ltd; Chennai District; On-site; INR 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth within group companies

Skill development opportunities

Job summary

East West Lingam Pvt Ltd in Chennai seeks a Line Quality Engineer to monitor die casting and machining quality on the shop floor. You will perform in-process and final inspections and drive continuous improvement.

The role requires 3+ years in manufacturing, knowledge of HPDC/PDC, QC tools, and calibration with instrument handling. You will support audits and maintain quality documentation while coordinating with production and maintenance.

Qualifications

• Diploma or BE in Mechanical/Production/Industrial Eng required.
• Minimum 3 years in manufacturing, preferably in pressure die casting or precision machining.
• Knowledge of HPDC/PDC processes and quality parameters.
• Hands-on with quality instruments and gauges and calibration procedures.
• Familiarity with QC tools and Core Tools; ISO/IATF/EMS knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and final inspection of die-cast and machined components per drawing and control plan.
• Monitor critical quality parameters on the production line and raise deviation alerts.
• Conduct first-piece, in-process, and patrol inspections at defined frequencies.
• Identify, segregate, and tag non-conforming products; coordinate with production for rework or rejection.
• Maintain inspection reports, rejection analyses, and quality documentation.
• Support root cause analysis and CAPA implementations.
• Ensure proper handling and calibration of measuring instruments.
• Coordinate with production, maintenance, and tool room to resolve quality issues.
• Assist internal and customer audits and certifications (ISO/IATF/EMS).
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce rejection and customer complaints.

Skills

PDC/HPDC processes

Quality gauges

Calibration procedures

QC tools

Core Tools

ISO/IATF standards

Documentation & audits

Education

Diploma or BE in Mechanical/Production/Industrial Eng

Tools

Vernier caliper

Micrometer

Height gauge

Bore gauge

Plug gauge

Snap gauge

Profile projector

Job description

Department: Quality Assurance

Reports To: Quality Head / Plant Head

Employment Type: Full-time

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Line Quality Engineer to monitor and ensure product quality across our High-Pressure Die Casting (HPDC) and machining production lines. The role is responsible for in-process inspection, defect control, adherence to quality standards, and driving continuous improvement on the shop floor.

Qualifications

Education: Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (DME) / Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Mechanical, Production, or Industrial Engineering

Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in pressure die casting or precision machining

Key Skills & Knowledge

Sound knowledge of Pressure Die Casting (PDC/HPDC) processes, defects, and quality parameters

Hands‑on experience in handling quality instruments and gauges (Vernier, Micrometer, Height Gauge, Bore Gauge, Plug Gauge, Snap Gauge, Profile Projector, etc.)

Basic understanding of calibration procedures and frequency planning for measuring instruments

Working knowledge of QC tools (7 QC Tools – Pareto, Fishbone, Histogram, Control Charts, etc.)

Familiarity with Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA) – preferred

Awareness of ISO 9001, IATF 16949 (TS 16949), and ISO 14001 (EMS) quality and environmental management systems

Understanding of documentation, audit readiness, and non-conformance handling

Key Responsibilities

Perform in-process and final inspection of die‑cast and machined components as per drawing and control plan

Monitor and record critical quality parameters on the production line; raise alerts for deviations

Conduct first‑piece, in-process, and patrol inspection at defined frequencies

Identify, segregate, and tag non‑conforming products; coordinate with production for rework or rejection

Maintain inspection reports, rejection analysis records, and quality documentation

Support root cause analysis (RCA) and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)

Ensure proper handling, storage, and calibration of measuring instruments and gauges

Coordinate with production, maintenance, and tool room teams to resolve quality issues

Support internal audits, customer audits, and certification audits (ISO / IATF / EMS)

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce rejection, rework, and customer complaints

Preferred Attributes

Strong observation skills and attention to detail

Good communication and team coordination ability

Willingness to work in shifts on the shop floor

Basic computer skills (MS Excel, Word, ERP entries)

Knowledge of Tamil and English; Hindi a plus

Salary: As per industry standards and experience

ESI, PF, and other statutory benefits as per company policy

Opportunities for skill development and growth within group companies (East West Lingam)