Quality Head

Claropet Packaging; Indore District; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Claropet Packaging in Indore (India) seeks an experienced Quality Head with strong PET preform molding expertise to lead quality management, optimise processes, and drive CAPA across production.

You will oversee PET preform injection moulding, hot runner systems, and PET blowing lines, troubleshoot quality issues, and mentor the quality team to achieve customer specs and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in PET preform manufacturing or plastic packaging.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor quality standards across PET preform manufacturing and related production processes.
• Oversee PET preform injection moulding machines and hot runner mould systems.
• Apply hands-on expertise in PET blowing machines and troubleshoot quality issues.
• Identify root causes of defects, deviations, and customer complaints; implement CAPA.
• Monitor product quality parameters including weight, dimensions, appearance, leakage.
• Establish and maintain quality-control procedures, inspection protocols, and documentation.
• Coordinate with production and maintenance to minimise rejections and downtime.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance product quality and productivity.
• Lead, train, and develop the quality team.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and customer specs.
• Analyse quality data, prepare reports, and present improvements to management.

Skills

PET preform molding

Hot runner systems

PET stretch blow

QA / QC

Plastic processing

CAPA

Defect analysis

SPC

Process optimisation

Team leadership

Production coordination

ISO 9001

Education

B.Tech

CIPET

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and technically sound Quality Head with strong expertise in PET preform injection moulding, hot runner moulds, PET blowing machines, and quality management. The ideal candidate will maintain product quality standards, troubleshoot production-related issues, optimise manufacturing processes, and lead the quality team effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor quality standards across PET preform manufacturing and related production processes.
• Oversee the operation and quality parameters of PET preform injection moulding machines and hot runner mould systems.
• Apply hands-on expertise in PET blowing machines and troubleshoot related quality and production issues.
• Identify root causes of defects, process deviations, and customer complaints; implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Monitor product quality parameters, including weight, dimensions, appearance, leakage, and other applicable specifications.
• Establish and maintain quality-control procedures, inspection protocols, and documentation.
• Coordinate with production and maintenance teams to minimise rejections, wastage, and downtime.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance product quality, process efficiency, and productivity.
• Lead, train, and develop the quality team while fostering accountability and quality consciousness.
• Ensure compliance with applicable quality standards, customer specifications, and manufacturing requirements.
• Analyse quality data, prepare reports, and present improvement plans to management.

Key Skills

• PET Preform Injection Moulding Machine Operations
• Hot Runner Moulds and Mould Troubleshooting
• PET Stretch Blow Moulding Machines
• Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC)
• Plastic Processing and Polymer Technology
• Root Cause Analysis and Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA)
• Defect Analysis and Process Troubleshooting
• Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Quality Documentation
• Process Optimisation and Rejection Reduction
• Team Leadership and People Management
• Production Coordination and Continuous Improvement
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and Quality Management Systems

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in PET preform manufacturing or the plastic packaging industry.
• Strong practical knowledge of injection moulding processes, hot runner moulds, and PET blowing operations.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot production issues and implement sustainable quality improvements.
• Demonstrated experience in leading and developing quality teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills.

Qualification:

CIPET / B.Tech (relevant technical background preferred)