Quality Executive

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct incoming inspection of packaging raw materials such as paper, kraft paper, board, adhesive, ink, tapes and other related materials.

• Perform in-process and final inspection of corrugated boxes and packaging materials as per approved specifications and quality standards.

• Check critical parameters such as:

• GSM and paper quality

• Bursting Strength (BF/BS)

• Edge Crush Test (ECT)

• Box Compression Test (BCT)

• Cobb value

• Moisture content

• Ply / flute configuration

• Dimensions and thickness

• Printing quality, colour and registration

• Creasing, slotting, die-cutting and pasting quality

• Inspect corrugation-related parameters including flute formation, bonding, warpage, delamination and board strength.

• Ensure products comply with customer specifications, drawings, approved samples and internal quality standards.

• Identify and segregate non-conforming material/products and coordinate with Production for corrective action.

• Prepare and maintain inspection reports, test reports, rejection/rework records and quality documentation.

• Conduct root-cause analysis for quality issues using 5 Why, Fishbone, CAPA and other problem-solving tools.

• Monitor and reduce internal rejection, customer complaints, rework and process defects.

• Coordinate with Production, Stores, Purchase and R&D/NPD teams for resolution of quality-related issues.

• Support customer complaint analysis and closure within defined timelines.

• Ensure proper calibration and maintenance of QC laboratory/testing instruments.

• Maintain quality records and support internal, customer and third-party audits.

• Ensure compliance with applicable quality systems, SOPs, work instructions and safety requirements.

• Provide training and awareness to operators regarding quality requirements and defect prevention.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve product quality and reduce process variation.

Required Technical Knowledge

• Good knowledge of corrugated box manufacturing and packaging processes.
• Knowledge of paper, kraft paper, corrugated board and packaging materials.
• Understanding of 5S, 7 QC Tools, CAPA, RCA, 5 Why and Fishbone Analysis.
• Knowledge of quality testing equipment and methods used for corrugated packaging.
• Basic understanding of ISO 9001 / Quality Management System.
• Good knowledge of MS Excel and quality documentation.