| Key Accountabilities |
| Working towards new product development at supplier (Fabrication, Forging, machining, Sheet metal, Injection molding, casting, rubber, sub-assembly and other standard BOPs) using APQP FAI, and PPAP, resulting in 100% RFT (Right First Time). |
| Ensuring localization of parts as per the PLR systems Quality requirements. |
| Supplier assessment and understanding of the audit process including types of audits, planning, preparation, execution, reporting results, and follow-up. Devising the supplier development strategy, designing the metrics for supplier performance. |
| Supporting the SCM functions through supplier approval process by assessing the manufacturing technology |
| Participating in the new product launches through FAI/PPAP approval. Checking the supplier’s manufacturing processes; collaborate with them for process improvement and technology upgradation. |
| Practical knowledge of handing of non-conformance products. Proficient in implementation of techniques like Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) techniques, 7QC Tools, PPAP, SPC, Poka-Yoke, Kaizen, PFMEA, etc. |
| Change implementation at supplier end in coordination with Engineering function |
| Strong knowledge about Quality standards & Quality management system |
| Functional knowledge of Quality instruments/equipment’s i.e coordinate measuring machine, Magnetic practical inspection, Video measuring machine, hardness testing, contour tracer etc |
| Understanding of weapon assembly, chemical and mechanical testing of raw materials is advantage |
