Assistant Manager In Process Quality (MIG Chassis)
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Job Summary
Job Description
Position: Assistant Manager – In-Process Quality
Department: Quality Assurance
Location: Jalisana Gujarat
Industry: Automotive / Auto Components Manufacturing
Process Area: Weld Shop (MIG Welding)
Role Purpose
The Assistant Manager – In-Process Quality will be responsible for ensuring process quality control within the weld shop specifically for MIG welding operations to ensure that products meet customer specifications automotive quality standards and internal process capability requirements.
The role focuses on defect prevention process monitoring root cause analysis and continuous improvement within welding operations.
Key Responsibilities
1. In-Process Quality Control – Weld Shop
- Monitor in-process quality during MIG welding operations.
- Ensure compliance with welding parameters WPS (Welding Procedure Specification) and process control plans.
- Conduct regular weld quality inspections including:
- Visual inspection of weld beads
- Weld penetration verification
- Dimensional checks
- Ensure adherence to customer quality standards and specifications.
2. Process Quality Assurance
- Implement and monitor Control Plans and Process Flow for weld shop operations.
- Ensure compliance with APQP PPAP and PFMEA requirements for welding processes.
- Maintain process capability and quality consistency.
3. Root Cause Analysis & Problem Solving
- Investigate weld defects such as:
- Porosity
- Lack of penetration
- Undercut
- Spatter
- Distortion
- Conduct root cause analysis using tools like:
- 5 Why
- Fishbone Diagram
- 8D methodology
- Drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
4. Shop Floor Quality Monitoring
- Conduct layered process audits in weld shop.
- Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Support production team in process improvements and defect reduction.
5. Quality Documentation & Reporting
- Maintain documentation including:
- In-process inspection reports
- Weld quality check sheets
- Process audit reports
- Track and report defect trends and rejection analysis.
6. Customer Quality Compliance
- Ensure weld shop quality meets OEM customer requirements.
- Support quality team in customer audits and internal audits.
- Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 quality standards.
7. Continuous Improvement
- Identify opportunities to reduce welding defects and improve process capability.
- Work closely with production maintenance and engineering teams to improve weld quality.
- Participate in Kaizen Lean and Six Sigma initiatives.
Key Skills & Competencies
Technical Skills
- Strong knowledge of MIG welding process
- Understanding of weld defects and inspection techniques
- Knowledge of automotive quality systems (IATF 16949)
- Experience in APQP PPAP PFMEA Control Plan
- Knowledge of welding parameters and process validation
Quality Tools
- 7 QC Tools
- 8D Problem Solving
- Root Cause Analysis
- Statistical Process Control (SPC)
Behavioral Competencies
- Strong analytical ability
- Attention to detail
- Shop floor problem solving
- Cross-functional collaboration
Qualification
- Diploma / B.E. / in Mechanical / Production / Metallurgy
Experience
- 7–10 years of experience in Automotive Manufacturing
- Minimum 5 years in Weld Shop Quality
- Hands-on experience in MIG welding quality control
Preferred Industry Experience
- Automotive Tier-1 / Tier-2 supplier
- Auto components manufacturing
- Fabrication / chassis / structural parts manufacturing
Key Skills
- Loan Processing
- Customer Service
- Clinical Laboratory Experience
- Google Docs
- Computer Operation
- Microsoft Outlook
- Office Experience
- Fair Housing Regulations
- Process Engineering
- Administrative Experience
- Document Management Systems
- Word Processing
