QA/QC Engineer

Job Summary

Hi Mac Casting is looking for an experienced and result-oriented QA & QC Engineer with 5–7 years of relevant experience in Casting Manufacturing / Foundry. The candidate will be responsible for maintaining product and process quality, controlling casting defects, implementing quality systems, handling customer complaints, and ensuring compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and Quality Core Tools.

Key Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day QA & QC activities in the casting/foundry manufacturing process.

Perform Incoming, In-Process, and Final Inspection as per customer specifications, drawings, and quality standards.

Monitor casting processes and identify defects such as porosity, shrinkage, blow holes, cracks, inclusions, sand defects, dimensional and surface defects.

Analyze rejection and rework and take necessary corrective actions to reduce internal rejection.

Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) using 5 Why, Fishbone, Pareto Analysis, and other quality tools.

Prepare and implement 8D / CAPA for internal and customer complaints.

Handle customer complaints and coordinate with Production and other departments for timely resolution.

Prepare and maintain quality documents, inspection reports, NCRs, rejection reports, CAPA/8D reports, and other QMS records.

Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 requirements.

Prepare/review and maintain Control Plan, PFMEA, Process Flow Diagram, MSA, SPC, PPAP, and other Core Tool documents.

Conduct process, product, and system audits as required.

Monitor and maintain calibration status of measuring instruments and gauges.

Ensure proper implementation of inspection standards and quality checkpoints at different stages of production.

Coordinate with Production, Foundry, Maintenance, Tool Room, and other departments for quality improvement.

Conduct training and awareness programs for operators and production personnel regarding quality standards and defect prevention.

Monitor quality KPIs such as rejection, rework, scrap, customer complaints, PPM, and process capability.

Drive continuous improvement activities to improve product quality and reduce rejection and quality costs.

Required Qualification

DME / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, or

B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering.

5–7 years of relevant experience in QA/QC in Casting Manufacturing / Foundry.

Candidates with strong practical foundry and casting quality experience will be preferred.

Required Technical Knowledge

The candidate should have good knowledge of:

Casting Manufacturing / Foundry Processes

Casting Defects and Defect Analysis

Engineering Drawing and Basic GD&T

Inspection and Measuring Instruments

IATF 16949

ISO 9001

Quality Management System (QMS)

Core Quality Tools:

APQP

PPAP

PFMEA

Control Plan

MSA

SPC

7 QC Tools

8D / CAPA

Root Cause Analysis

Internal Quality Audits

Customer Complaint Handling

Calibration System

Process and Product Auditing

Key Skills

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Good knowledge of casting defects and their prevention.

Good communication and coordination skills.

Ability to work with Production and cross-functional teams.

Good documentation and report preparation skills.

Ability to work under pressure and meet quality targets.

Strong focus on zero-defect manufacturing and continuous improvement.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Reduction in internal rejection and rework.

Reduction in customer complaints and PPM.

Timely closure of 8D / CAPA / NCR.

Improvement in process and product quality.

Compliance with IATF 16949 / ISO 9001 requirements.

Successful completion of internal and customer audits.

Reduction in scrap and quality-related costs.

Preferred Candidate Profile

Experience: 5–7 Years

Education: DME / B.E. Mechanical

Industry Experience: Casting Manufacturing / Foundry

Must Have: Foundry knowledge + IATF 16949 + ISO 9001 + Core Quality Tools

Candidates with hands-on experience in casting defect analysis, customer complaint handling, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plan, MSA, SPC, and 8D will be highly preferred.

Pay: ₹45,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Leave encashment

Work Location: In person