Manager Quality

Mahindra and Mahindra Limited [Automotive and Farm Equipment Business]; Nagpur District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Mahindra and Mahindra Limited is seeking a seasoned quality leader to drive quality across SQA, RQA, MQA, and customer interfaces. You will champion CPAs, CPAP, and APQP activities for new products, coordinate audits, and push Industry 4.0 initiatives to elevate quality performance.

The role requires 8–10 years in manufacturing quality within automotive or genset sectors, with strong problem-solving, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• ISO 9001, IATF 16949 knowledge or preference
• APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC proficiency
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and 8D problem solving
• Supplier Quality Management experience
• Process & Product Audits expertise
• Statistical Quality Tools use (e.g., SPC)
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma exposure
• Customer Complaint Management experience
• Engine & Genset domain knowledge

Responsibilities

• Lead Customer Quality Management to achieve zero hour customer complaints.
• Oversee Receipt Quality Assurance (RQA) and Manufacturing Quality Assurance (MQA) for robust QC systems.
• Drive Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) improvements and supplier audits.
• Lead Quality Planning for new product development and launches (APQP/PPAP, VPPAP).
• Ensure ISO audits, industry compliance, and drive Industry 4.0/data analytics initiatives.

Skills

Quality management systems

ISO 9001 / IATF 16949

APQP / PPAP

FMEA / MSA / SPC

Root cause analysis

8D problem solving

Supplier quality management

Process & product audits

Lean manufacturing / Six Sigma

Customer complaint management

Engine & genset expertise

Education

B.Tech or Diploma in relevant field

Job description

Job Description:

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

Job Purpose: To lead and drive the Quality function across Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA), Receipt Quality Assurance (RQA), Manufacturing Quality Assurance (MQA), Customer Quality, New Product Quality Planning, and Compliance Management, ensuring zero-hour customer complaints, robust supplier performance, manufacturing excellence, and successful new product launches while maintaining compliance with quality standards and audits.

Key Responsibilities

1. Customer Quality Management

• Drive the organizations objective of achieving Zero Hour Customer Complaints.
• Monitor and analyze manufacturing-related customer complaints and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure timely response and closure of customer complaints as per defined response timelines.
• Track and improve Engine RPT performance at customer locations.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to eliminate recurring quality issues and enhance customer satisfaction.

2. Receipt Quality Assurance (RQA) & Manufacturing Quality Assurance (MQA)

• Establish and maintain robust incoming and in-process quality control systems.
• Drive reduction in:
  • LR PPM (Line Rejection Parts Per Million)
  • GR Rejection Percentage
  • In-house RPT cases.
• Ensure effective execution and closure of:
  • Process audits
  • Product audits
  • Layered audits
• Monitor quality trends and implement corrective actions to improve manufacturing performance.
• Lead problem-solving activities using quality tools such as 8D, Why-Why Analysis, Fishbone, FMEA, SPC, and Control Plans.

KPI: LR PPM reduction,GR Rejection reduction., Process/Product audit closure compliance. and In-house RPT reduction

3. Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA)

• Develop supplier quality improvement plans and monitor supplier performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives at supplier facilities.
• Conduct supplier audits and ensure closure of non-conformities.
• Improve Supplier Performance Index (SPI).
• Support suppliers in process capability enhancement and design improvements.
• Ensure supplier readiness for production and quality requirements.

4. New Product Quality Readiness

• Lead Quality Planning activities for new product development and launch programs.
• Ensure APQP and PPAP completion for BS-V, CPCB-IV, and future product platforms.
• Ensure VPPAP approvals for all new parts and product introductions.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchase, and Suppliers to meet launch timelines.
• Drive ORC implementation and plant readiness assessments.

5. Quality Systems, Audit & Compliance

• Ensure readiness and successful completion of:
  • ISO Audits- Internal & External
  • Business Excellence other Audits
  • Customer Process Audits
  • Customer visits at Plant
• Maintain compliance with applicable quality standards and customer requirements.
• Lead Industry 4.0 and AI-based quality improvement initiatives.
• Drive digitization and data analytics projects to enhance quality performance.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Experience

8-10 years

Industry Preferred

Manufacturing, genset

Qualifications

Btech OR Diploma in relevantfield

General Requirements

Functional Competencies

• Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001, IATF 16949 preferred)
• APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• 8D Problem Solving
• Supplier Quality Management
• Process & Product Audits
• Statistical Quality Tools
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma
• Customer Complaint Management
• Engine & Genset Expertise.

Behavioural Competencies

• Leadership & Team Management
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Analytical Thinking
• Decision Making
• Customer Focus
• Continuous Improvement Mindset
• Stakeholder Management

Expected Outcomes

• Zero Hour Customer Complaint achievement.
• Improved customer satisfaction and field performance.
• Reduction in supplier and manufacturing defects.
• Successful launch readiness of new products.
• Full audit compliance and quality system effectiveness.
• Adoption of Industry 4.0 and AI-driven quality initiatives.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Mahindra and Mahindra Limited, we believe that diversity drives innovation, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to cultivating a workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, caste, race, religion, color, ethnic origin, gender identity, nationality, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, educational background, marital or domestic partnership status, pregnancy or childbirth, veteran status, citizenship status, ancestry, financial status, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law.
We actively encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and bring their unique perspectives to our teams. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive experience for all applicants.
Together, we rise by embracing differences and building a future that reflects the communities we serve.