Quality Inspector - Level III

Cummins Inc; Satara; On-site; INR 400,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc in Satara, Maharashtra seeks a Quality Inspector who ensures products meet technical specs on the production line and trains others in measurement and segregation of non-conforming material.

You will perform incoming, in-process and final inspections, apply MSA and PPAP concepts, maintain calibration records and support Safe Launch and Source Release processes for new components. Maintain 5S and quality traceability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with focus on measurement or quality control.
• Experience in measuring and inspecting parts to technical specifications.
• Familiarity with MSA, PPAP and quality documentation practices.

Responsibilities

• Verify final product quality on the production line.
• Compare components to specs to identify defects.
• Document non-conforming products using the specified systems.
• Train others in measurement equipment usage and non-conformance segregation.
• Follow Cummins quality standards and procedures.

Skills

Quality inspection

Metrology

Gauges calibration

Documentation

Statistical methods

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Measurement Equipment

MSA

PPAP

Job description

Job Description:

Job Summary:

Ensures products received or produced meet technical specifications and trains others. Works under minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

Verifies the final quality of products on the production line.Compares the physical characteristics of components, materials, equipment and products to technical specifications to identify defects.Separates products that do not meet the desired technical specification, using basic and/or complex measurement techniques and equipment.Documents products that do not meet technical specifications using specified systems.Trains others in the use of measurement equipment, segregation of non-conforming product and documentation.Follows the norms and standards of quality defined by the Company.

Responsibilities

Competencies:

• Action oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Communicates effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Customer focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Decision quality - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Manages conflict - Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.
• Resourcefulness - Securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently.
• Measurement Science - Analyzes measurement processes throughout the relevant traceability chain to identify and quantify sources of measurement uncertainty relevant to the appropriate applied measurement science, “Metrology” e.g. Chemical, Dimensional, Electrical, Mechanical, Optical and Radiation and Physical.
• Quality Process Management - Proficient application of quality tools and methods (e.g. APQP, FMEA, PPAP, SPC, Capability studies, Process Audit, inspection, test, etc.) to ensure quality of products, processes and services.
• Values differences - Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
• Laboratory Management - Leads technical resources while managing the business aspects of a laboratory using measure to control both the technical and business aspects of the organization and assuring the requirements of the appropriate certifications and/or accreditations are met.

Education, Licenses, Certifications:

High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations.

This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Experience:

Requires significant relevant work experience or specialized skills obtained through education, training or on-the-job experience.

Qualifications

• Independently perform all quality-related activities.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of Initial Process Capability Studies and their application.
• Interpret Layout Inspection activities effectively.
• Possess a thorough understanding of Measurement System Analysis (MSA), including:
  • Variable gauge studies
  • Attribute gauge studies
  • Purpose and significance of gauge validation
• Understand and execute the Source Release Process for initial production batches.
• Maintain good knowledge of PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) documentation and all associated elements.
• Understand and support the Safe Launch Process for new components to ensure smooth production ramp-up.
• Exhibit an action-oriented approach by proactively taking on new opportunities and challenging assignments with urgency, energy, and enthusiasm.
• Conduct shift handover and review quality issues from the previous shift
• Verify drawings, control plans, inspection frequency, and latest revisions
• Ensure gauges are available and within valid calibration
• Carry out incoming, in-process, and final inspections as per the control plan
• Approve first-off/setup samples before initiating mass production
• Document inspection results in records or system
• Monitor critical dimensions and process stability (apply SPC where required)
• Identify and segregate non-conforming materials with proper tagging
• Raise NC tags/stop cards and immediately notify Production and Quality Engineering (QE)
• Prevent mixing of accepted (OK) and rejected (Not OK) materials
• Coordinate rework, sorting, or scrap activities as needed
• Assist in root cause analysis on the shop floor
• Maintain inspection records, rejection logs, and ensure traceability
• Report daily rejection trends and highlight quality risks
• Maintain 5S, safety, and compliance in the inspection area
• Hand over pending tasks and important instructions to the next shift.

Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.

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