Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated Senior Quality Engineer to strengthen our Quality Department. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience in electronics manufacturing, strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced start‑up environment.
The role involves ensuring product quality, driving process improvements, managing customer and supplier quality issues, implementing quality systems, and working closely with cross‑functional teams to achieve manufacturing excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with Quality Management System (QMS) requirements and company quality standards.
- Develop, implement, and maintain quality plans, inspection procedures, and quality documentation.
- Monitor Incoming Quality Control (IQC), In‑Process Quality Control (IPQC), and Outgoing Quality Control (OQC) activities.
- Maintain MIS reports and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to support effective performance tracking and management decision‑making.
- Perform root cause analysis and implement effective Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects, improve yield, and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Analyze quality metrics such as FPY, PPM, rejection rates, and customer complaints.
- Handle customer quality concerns and coordinate timely closure through structured problem‑solving methodologies.
- Participate in internal audits, customer audits, supplier audits, and certification audits.
- Collaborate with Production, Process Engineering, Procurement, Stores, and R&D teams to improve product and process quality.
- Support supplier development and supplier quality improvement initiatives.
- Drive implementation and effective use of quality tools such as FMEA, 8D, SPC, 7QC, 5 Why Analysis, Fishbone Diagram, and Pareto Analysis.
- Ensure compliance with inspection standards and product acceptance criteria.
- Train operators and team members on quality systems, standards, and best practices and maintain skill matrix for competency assessment and training needs.
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities from a quality perspective.
- Maintain quality records, reports, and audit documentation.
Required Qualifications
- B.E./B.Tech in Electronics Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or related discipline.
- 2-4 years of relevant experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control within Electronics Manufacturing.
Required Technical Skills:
- Strong understanding of Electronics Manufacturing processes.
- Hands‑on experience in:
- SMT (Surface Mount Technology)
- PCBA Manufacturing
- Electronic Assembly Processes
- Inspection and Testing Processes
- Knowledge of:
- Quality Management Systems (QMS)
- ISO 9001
- CAPA
- Root Cause Analysis
- FMEA
- SPC
- 8D Methodology
- 5 Why Analysis
- Fishbone Diagram
- Pareto Analysis
- Hands‑on experience in using measurement instruments, including:
- Vernier Caliper
- DFT Meter
- Digital Multimeter (DMM)
- Insulation Resistance Tester / Megger
- o LCR Meter
- o Oscilloscope
- Experience in handling customer complaints and quality investigations.
- Ability to analyze manufacturing and quality data to identify improvement opportunities.
- Good knowledge of quality metrics such as FPY, Yield, Rejection Rate, and PPM.
- Proficiency in MS Excel and quality reporting tools.
Startup Culture Fit (Must Have)
- We are looking for candidates who:
- Enjoy working in a startup environment.
- Are self‑driven and proactive.
- Take ownership of responsibilities and deliver results.
- Can work with minimal supervision.
- Are comfortable handling multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Have a hands‑on problem‑solving approach.
- Can adapt quickly to changing business requirements.
- Are willing to build and improve processes from the ground up.
- Demonstrate strong accountability and execution skills.
Preferred Skills
- Experience in EMS (Electronics Manufacturing Services) industry.
- Knowledge of IPC standards.
- Experience in Supplier Quality Management.
- Exposure to NPI Quality activities.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and Six Sigma methodologies