Head of Quality Control

Dear Candidate, Greetings from Sanmar Group! We are looking for Quality Head ( Machine Shop) with 15 - 20 years of experience for our plant located in Viralimalai, Trichy. To lead and drive the overall Quality Assurance and Quality Control functions for Machine Shop operations by ensuring product quality, process compliance, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement initiatives in line with organizational and customer standards. Key Responsibilities : 1. Establish and implement Quality Management systems. 2. To aim for 100% defect free parts produced and despatched. 3. To effectively handle customer queries/complainats. 4. Monitor and review Quality control activities Foundry & Machine Shop Quality Monitor quality parameters related to casting, machining, dimensional accuracy, heat treatment, and finishing. Ensure implementation of quality checks for raw materials, in-process inspection, and final inspection. Oversee calibration and maintenance of measuring and testing instruments. Drive root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions for quality issues. Customer & Supplier Quality Handle customer audits, complaints, and quality reviews. Coordinate with customers on quality improvements and corrective actions. Develop supplier quality systems and monitor supplier performance. Systems & Compliance Ensure adherence to ISO/IATF/EMS/OHS standards as applicable. Lead internal and external quality audits. Maintain documentation related to quality systems and certifications. Team Management Lead and mentor the quality team across shifts and functions. Drive capability building, technical training, and performance management within the team. Desired Candidate Profile Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical / Metallurgical Engineering. Additional certification in Quality Management / Six Sigma preferred. Strong exposure to Foundry and Machine Shop quality operations. Hands-on experience in inspection methodologies, metallurgy, machining tolerances, NDT, CAPA, and quality systems. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills. Experience in handling customer audits and large quality teams preferred. Key Skills Quality Assurance & Quality Control Foundry Quality Machine Shop Operations Metallurgy NDT Root Cause Analysis CAPA ISO / IATF Standards Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma Customer Quality Management Supplier Quality Management Team Handling If you are interested kindly send your updated resume to