Quality Manager

Tenneco; Pithampur; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenneco in India seeks a Quality Manager with 5+ years in exhaust manufacturing to lead quality assurance and process improvement. You will drive adherence to customer specs, coordinate cross-functional countermeasures, and maintain rigorous documentation.

This role emphasizes leadership in ISO/TS compliance and a proactive approach to prevent defects. You will mentor quality staff, guide SPC analyses, and ensure timely response to customer issues while maintaining a culture of continuous

Qualifications

• M.E / B.E / D.M.E in Mechanical, Automobile or Production Engineering with 5+ years in development or design roles within exhaust manufacturing.
• Deep knowledge of manufacturing process design and lean manufacturing methodologies.
• We don’t want average; we want exceptional, hungry to lead with speed and precision.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Customer Rejection PPM within the Target.
• Ensure FG Parts Inspection as per plan.
• Ensure FG Parts Quality as per Quality Plan.
• Communicate and obtain countermeasures from Production for Quality.
• Maintain Mean Time Between Receipt to Clearance of FG Parts.
• Update and maintain quality documentation and standards.

Skills

Manufacturing process design

Lean manufacturing

Operational excellence

Leadership

Education

M.E / B.E / D.M.E (Mechanical/Automobile/Production Engineering)

Job description

ABOUT TENNECO

At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values–radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win–or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry. How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fuelled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It’s what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success. Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you’re ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you’ll thrive here. Want to learn more about who we are? Check out our website to discover the Tenneco Way.

ABOUT THE ROLE

A Quality Manager in an automotive company oversees quality assurance and control systems to ensure vehicles and components meet safety, regulatory, and customer expectations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure Customer Rejection PPM within the Target
• Ensure FG Parts Inspection as per plan
• Ensure FG Parts Quality as per Quality Plan
• Communicate and get countermeasures from Production Department for Quality
• Maintain Mean time between Receipt to Clearance of FG Parts
• Maintain all relevant documents and standards required for Firewall Quality
• Ensure Dock audit before Part Delivery
• Conduct FML Inspection and ensure Product & Process online
• Conduct meeting as per the plan and communicate the issues
• Facilitate rework or segregation by production for any quality issues
• Update rejection Data and communicate to all concerned
• Run SPC for all FG Parts and plot the results and communicate all concerned
• Provide guidance and leadership to key quality staff
• Provide leadership and management in the areas of ISO and TS certification
• Ensure all products are in compliance with customer requirements and specification
• Manage the quality documentation and files required by the company and customers
• Train and develop an appreciation of TQM within the organization ensuring quality instilled throughout the operation
• Verified compliance to standards
• Understand, support and educate the company on the cost of quality concept
• Maintain and track all required documents required on the various products and material
• Should keep a close track of internal audits that are being conducted
• Update the board regarding TS 16949,ASES,Q1MSA activities IATF 16949 activities, responsible for activities mentioned in the procedure
• Ensure the Warranty Claims within the Target
• Maintain Response time to Customer for any issued as per the 8D Clauses

JOB REQUIREMENTS

M.E / B.E / D.M.E (Mechanical, Automobile, Production Engineering) with 15-20 from good organization. Minimum of 5+ years as development engineer and / or designer in exhaust business Deep knowledge of manufacturing process design & lean manufacturing methodologies. Proven experience pursuing operational excellence within manufacturing operations. We don’t want average. We want exceptional. We want someone who’s hungry to build, unafraid to challenge, and bold enough to lead with empathy, speed, and precision.

EXPERIENCE LEVEL

Mid Level