Supplier Quality Assurance- Lead

Tata Ficosa Automotive Systems; Chakan; Presencial; INR 3.500.000 - 7.500.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Tata Ficosa Automotive Systems in Pune/Chakan seeks a veteran Supplier Quality Assurance Lead to drive supplier quality, APQP/PPAP, process audits, and continuous improvement for zero-defect performance. You will mentor SQA engineers and lead supplier development initiatives across programs.

Ideal candidates bring 15-22 years in automotive SQA, with strong IATF 16949, PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, SPC, and 8D experience, plus a track record of achieving robust supplier performance and compliance.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Production, Automobile, or related Engineering discipline.
• 15-22 years of experience in Supplier Quality Assurance or related roles.
• Automotive industry experience with IATF 16949, APQP/PPAP, PFMEA, SPC, 8D, and customer quality requirements.

Responsabilidades

• Lead supplier quality assurance activities for new and existing suppliers.
• Evaluate, approve, and develop suppliers based on quality, delivery, cost, and manufacturing capability.
• Monitor supplier performance through KPIs such as PPM, OTD, and customer complaints.
• Drive supplier improvement initiatives and periodic performance reviews.
• Support APQP deliverables and PPAP submissions as per project timelines.
• Lead and mentor SQA engineers and supplier development teams.

Conocimientos

Supplier Quality Assurance

Supplier Development

APQP / PPAP

VDA 6.3 Audits

IATF 16949

Core Quality Tools

Root Cause Analysis

Team Management

Customer Quality Requirements

New Product Development (NPD)

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/Production/Automobile/Industrial Eng.

Master's degree (advantage)

VDA 6.3 Auditor / IATF 16949 Internal Auditor (preferred)

Descripción del empleo

Position: Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) Lead

Department: Quality Assurance / Supplier Quality

Location: Pune / Chakan

Reporting To: Quality Head

Job Purpose

Lead supplier quality assurance activities to ensure purchased components and subassemblies consistently meet customer, regulatory, and organizational quality requirements. Drive supplier development, APQP execution, PPAP approvals, process audits, problem-solving, and continuous improvement initiatives to achieve Zero Defect performance and customer satisfaction. [JD For SQA Lead | Word]

Experience Required

• 15-22 years of experience in Supplier Quality Assurance, Supplier Development, Manufacturing Quality, or Quality Management.
• Mandatory experience in the Automotive / Auto Component Industry.
• Strong exposure to APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plan, MSA, SPC, 8D, VDA 6.3, and IATF 16949.
• Experience in handling customer requirements, supplier audits, supplier performance management, and new product development programs.
• Minimum 5 years of experience leading and mentoring SQA teams.

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Production, Automobile, Industrial, or related Engineering discipline.
• Master's degree will be an added advantage.
• Certified VDA 6.3 Auditor / IATF 16949 Internal Auditor preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Supplier Quality Management

• Lead supplier quality assurance activities for new and existing suppliers.
• Evaluate, approve, and develop suppliers based on quality, delivery, cost, and manufacturing capability.
• Monitor supplier performance through KPIs such as PPM, OTD, Audit Scores, and Customer Complaints.
• Drive supplier improvement initiatives and periodic performance reviews. [JD For SQA Lead | Word]

APQP & New Product Development

• Support supplier selection during new product development.
• Ensure completion of supplier APQP deliverables as per project timelines.
• Review and approve Process Flow Diagrams, PFMEAs, Control Plans, MSA Studies, and SPC Plans.
• Coordinate production trials and Run-at-Rate activities. [JD For SQA Lead | Word]

PPAP Management

• Review and approve supplier PPAP submissions as per AIAG requirements.
• Verify dimensional reports, capability studies, material certifications, and validation records.
• Ensure PPAP approvals before SOP. [JD For SQA Lead | Word]

Supplier Audits

• Conduct Supplier Process Audits, VDA 6.3 Audits, IATF 16949 Audits, and Special Process Audits.
• Identify process risks and ensure timely closure of audit findings.
• Support supplier qualification and certification activities. [JD For SQA Lead | Word]

Problem Solving & Corrective Actions

• Lead supplier concern resolution using 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone Analysis, and A3 Methodology.
• Drive root cause analysis and preventive actions.
• Verify effectiveness of implemented corrective actions. [JD For SQA Lead | Word]

Incoming Quality Improvement

• Reduce supplier PPM and incoming rejection levels.
• Establish effective incoming inspection standards and supplier quality controls.
• Support containment and escalation management for supplier issues. [JD For SQA Lead | Word]

Compliance & Customer Requirements

• Ensure supplier compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, customer-specific requirements, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Support customer audits and quality investigations related to supplier concerns. [JD For SQA Lead | Word]

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor SQA Engineers and Supplier Development teams.
• Drive competency building, succession planning, and team performance management.
• Ensure effective allocation of supplier responsibilities within the team. [JD For SQA Lead | Word]

Key Skills

• Supplier Quality Assurance
• Supplier Development
• APQP / PPAP
• VDA 6.3 Audits
• IATF 16949
• Core Quality Tools
• Root Cause Analysis
• Team Management
• Customer Quality Requirements
• New Product Development (NPD)

Preferred Industry

Automotive OEMs, Tier-1 Automotive Suppliers, Auto Components