Quality Head

Patil Group; Medchal–Malkajgiri; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Patil Group is seeking a seasoned Quality Head to lead the quality function for ERC clip and plastic component manufacturing in Medchal, Telangana. You will own RDSO compliance, develop QAPs, manage supplier quality, and drive data‑driven quality metrics across labs and production.

The role requires 15–20 years in quality assurance within forging/manufacturing, expertise in APQP/PPAP/ SPC, and strong leadership to build a high‑performing team and ensure traceability and continual improvement.

Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical or Metallurgy with 15–20 years in QA.
• Extensive experience with RDSO specifications and vendor approvals.
• Strong leadership and project-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure RDSO compliance for ERC clips and plastic components.
• Develop and maintain QAP approved by RDSO.
• Coordinate type approval, inspections, and testing with RDSO.
• Oversee lab testing and material qualification.
• Lead supplier quality management and SQA programs.
• Drive SPC/MSA-based quality reviews and dashboards.
• Mentor and build the quality team.

Skills

ERC forging

RDSO QA Manual

APQP PPAP FMEA

SPC MSA

Team leadership

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical / Metallurgy

Tools

UTM

DSC

TGA

MFI testers

Spectrophotometers

ERP systems

MS Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Role: Quality Head

Location: Medchal, Telengana

Duration: Full Time

Key Responsibilities:

Quality Systems & RDSO Compliance

• Ensure strict compliance with RDSO specifications for ERC clips, plastic components.
• Develop and maintain QAP (Quality Assurance Programme) approved by RDSO, covering both ERC and Plastic Component manufacturing.
• Ensure compliance with Vendor Approval & Renewal process as per RDSO vendor directory.
• Coordinate with RDSO for type approval, routine inspection, and qualification testing
• Conduct and oversee all RDSO-specified tests: chemical & mechanical properties, hardness, fatigue, toe load, dimensional accuracy, and surface crack detection.
• Ensure forging, heat treatment, and metallurgical integrity are consistently maintained.

Raw Material Checking

• Approve suppliers based on lab trials, pilot runs, and process compatibility. Ensure compliance with BIS, standards and internal specifications.
• Supervise lab testing protocols: Micro Structure, UTM,, and spectrometry.
• Oversee incoming raw material testing (e.g., PP, ABS, Nylon, PC blends) for mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties. Ensure compliance with ASTM, ISO, and OEM-specific standards.
• Manage lab equipment: UTM, DSC, TGA, MFI testers, spectrophotometers, and environmental chambers.
• Validate new material grades and additives through structured trials and performance benchmarking.
• Ensure traceability of raw material batches, injection molding parameters, and test results.
• Maintain lot-wise test reports and ensure compliance with RDSOs acceptance & rejection criteria.

Audits & Approvals

• Ensure readiness for RDSO inspections, QAP audits, and routine verifications.
• Prepare and submit type test reports, routine test data, and creep/wear test results for liners and ERC clips.
• Ensure non-conformance (NCs) from RDSO or customer audits are closed within specified timelines.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of ERC Clip forging & heat treatment processes.
• Familiarity with RDSOs Quality Assurance Manual, Vendor Approval Guidelines, and Track Component Specifications.
• Proficiency in APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, and railway component quality tools.
• Strong analytical, leadership, and team-building capabilities.

Supplier Quality Management

• Approve and monitor suppliers for spring steel (for ERCs) and Nylon-66 with 3035% Glass Filled material
• Verify supplier TCs (Test Certificates) and conduct periodic audits to ensure RDSO compliance.
• Define and execute Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) programs.
• Conduct supplier audits, process capability studies, and initial sample inspections.
• Collaborate with SCM and R&D for supplier onboarding, material trials, and cost-quality optimization.
• Monitor supplier KPIs: PPM levels, on-time delivery, and response to NCRs.

Data-Driven Quality Management

• Implement Statistical Process Control (SPC) and trend analysis for critical parameters.
• Use MS Excel, Google Sheets, and ERP systems to track quality metrics and generate dashboards.
• Present monthly quality reviews to leadership and customers.

Team Leadership & Training

• Build and mentor a high-performing quality team: engineers, inspectors, lab technicians.
• Conduct training on quality tools, problem-solving techniques, and customer-specific standards.

Education & Experience:

• Education: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical / Metallurgy
• Experience: 15–20 years in Quality Assurance,
• manufacturing./ Forging Industry,Tier-1 automotive