Job Description

Location: Chennai

Department: Global QHSE

We are seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Quality Control & FMEA Specialist with strong project management expertise. In this role, you will lead end-to-end quality planning activities, ensure alignment between FMEAs and control plans, and drive cross-functional improvements across global teams. You will work closely with diverse stakeholders to uphold customer requirements, enhance quality standards, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Tasks:

Quality Planning & FMEA Integration

• Verify that end-to-end control plans (including SPCs) are fully aligned with P‑FMEAs and D‑FMEAs.
• Ensure all critical and special characteristics are accurately derived from FMEAs and translated into robust control plans.

Continuous Improvement & Standards

• Lead ongoing improvements to baseline quality standards and best practices (MSA, Lean, Kaizen, APQP frameworks).
• Identify improvement opportunities and implement preventive quality measures across processes.

Knowledge Management

• Own and manage lessons learned documentation in alignment with FMEAs and control plan updates.
• Ensure consistent application of updated standards across teams and projects.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• • Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment on project timelines, cost expectations, and customer requirements.
  • Facilitate smooth collaboration with global teams and ensure successful project deliverables.

Profile:

Education: B achelor’s degree (minimum) or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Professional Experience

• Minimum 3 years of project management experience, preferably in multi-national environments.
• Minimum 2 years of experience developing quality control plans derived from P‑/D‑FMEAs.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience in APQP, Six Sigma, FMEA methodologies, SPCs, and quality tools (certifications preferred).
• At least 3 years of experience working with global teams, demonstrating adaptability and strong organizational skills.

Skills & Competencies

• • Strong understanding of supply chain quality processes and control plan requirements.
  • Excellent communication skills in English (mandatory); German or Spanish is an added advantage.
  • Creative, structured, humorous, and persuasive—able to communicate and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

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