Senior Manager - Quality Control

Senior Manager – Quality Control

The role is responsible for leading the Quality Control function to ensure consistent product quality, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement of Quality Management Systems. The incumbent will drive cost optimization, reliability, and team performance while aligning with organizational quality objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Quality Management & Compliance

  • Ensure adherence to defined quality parameters and budget targets

  • Maintain records and compliance as per BIS guidelines

  • Lead internal quality audits and ensure closure of non-conformities

  • Drive implementation and continuous improvement of QMS

• Operational Excellence

  • Oversee day-to-day QC operations ensuring minimal breakdowns

  • Optimize utilization of manpower, machinery, and resources

  • Implement Statistical Process Control (SPC) and improve process capability

• Continuous Improvement Initiatives

  • Lead Six Sigma and Total Quality Management (TQM) initiatives

  • Conduct failure analysis and implement corrective & preventive actions (CAPA)

  • Drive cost reduction through analysis of Cost of Quality (CoQ)

• Customer & Supplier Quality

  • Manage customer complaints and ensure timely resolution

  • Implement preventive actions to reduce recurring issues

  • Conduct supplier audits and assess process capability & QMS effectiveness

  • Support PPAP submissions for customer approvals

• Team Leadership & Development

  • Lead and mentor a team of managers, engineers, and chemists

  • Conduct training programs for staff and operators

  • Drive performance management and capability building within the team

• Laboratory & Systems Oversight

  • Ensure proper functioning of metrology and testing laboratories

  • Maintain accuracy, calibration, and standardization of equipment

• Reporting & Reviews

  • Conduct weekly and monthly departmental reviews

  • Present audit findings, quality performance, and improvement plans to management

Requirements

• Education: BE in Chemical Engineering / M.Sc. in Chemistry

• Experience: Minimum 18+ years in Quality Control (preferably cement or heavy industry)

• Age: 40–50 years

• Required Competencies:

  • Planning, budgeting, and cost management

  • Project execution and process improvement

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Team training and development

• Key Skills:

  • Leadership and team management

  • Data-driven decision making

  • Strong communication and coordination skills

  • Technical and operational expertise