Senior Manager Quality Foundry | Kagal 5star MIDC| Kolhapur |12 + years

• *Minimum Qualification :** BE / B.Tech in Metallurgy / Metallurgical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering E Diploma in Foundry Technology / Metallurgy / Mechanical Engineering with substantial relevant foundry quality experience D

• *Minimum Experience :** Minimum 12–15 years of experience in foundry quality assurance / quality control, preferably in CI and SG iron castings for automotive / engineering customers

• *Competencies:** Technical \& Professional Skill 1Strong foundry process knowledge covering melting, moulding, pouring, fettling, shot blasting, , machining interface and final inspection 2Strong metallurgical knowledge of CI and SG iron grades, chemical composition, inoculation, nodularity, microstructure, hardness, tensile properties and defect mechanisms 3Hands\-on knowledge of foundry equipment and moulding systems including HMPL 600 × 700 × 500, DISA Match 24 × 28 and SINTO FCMX III E 4Ability to maintain overall foundry rejection below 6% through prevention, process discipline, data analysis and effective corrective action 5Sustain quality performance of the top 10 rejection\-contributing parts through part\-wise control plans, ownership, audits and trend monitoring E 6Establish and enforce strict process control at each stage: charge mix, melt chemistry, temperature, inoculation, treatment, moulding, pouring and cooling E 7Drive consistency in process parameters, metallurgical results and casting quality across shifts, lines, grades and production teams E 8Knowledge of casting defects and prevention: shrinkage, porosity, sand inclusion, scab, mismatch, cold shut, misrun, blowholes, chill / carbide, nodularity and other grade\-specific defects E 9Proficiency in quality tools: 7 QC tools, SPC, MSA, FMEA, Control Plan, 8D, 5 Why, fishbone analysis, CAPA and effectiveness verification E 10Knowledge of customer\-specific requirements, drawings, specifications, inspection plans, PPAP / APQP, traceability and change control E 11Knowledge of ISO 9001 / IATF 16949 requirements, internal and customer audits, layered process audits and system compliance E 12Ability to lead laboratory and testing controls including spectrometer, sand testing, metallography, hardness, tensile testing and calibration / validation of equipment E **Behavioural Competencies** 1Achievement Orientation (Results Oriented) 2Planning, Prioritizing and Execution 3Decision Making 4Problem Solving and Root\-Cause Analysis 5Delegation and Team Development 6Customer / Client Focus and Communication 7Quality Orientation and Continuous Improvement 8Risk Management AuthoritiesSr.Description Primary/ SecondaryRemarks Functional (Decision making) **Authority :\-** 1Approval of foundry quality standards, inspection plans and process control parametersPrimaryApprove within delegated authority; escalate changes affecting customer / product requirements2Quality hold, segregation, containment and release of castingsPrimaryStop / hold nonconforming product; release only after authorized verification3Corrective and preventive action plans for internal and customer rejectionPrimaryLead RCA, assign owners, verify effectiveness and escalate overdue actions4Quality audits and compliance checks across melting, moulding, pouring and finishingPrimaryPlan / conduct audits and ensure timely closure of findings5Approval of trial plans and process validation for quality improvementPrimaryApprove trials within authority; document results and obtain required approvals6Customer quality communication, complaint response and corrective action coordinationPrimaryCoordinate response and escalate significant customer risks to GM Foundry7Part\-wise rejection dashboard and sustained improvement plans for top 10 rejection contributorsPrimarySet review cadence, track actions and monitor sustained results **Administrative Authority :\-** 1Gate pass / movement approval for team members SecondaryApprove as per company policy2Leave approval of direct reportees PrimaryApprove as per HR policy3Overtime / duty approval for direct reportees SecondaryRecommend / approve as per policy Signing Authority:\- Primary/ SecondaryPrepare / Review / Approve Activity / Document / Record / Form ref. 1Inspection plans, process control records, metallurgical / laboratory reports, rejection analysis, audit records, customer complaint reports, CAPA and quality system documents PrimaryPrepare / review / approve as per authority matrix, customer requirements and applicable standards Responsibilities Sr.DescriptionRESPONSIBILITYACCOUNTABILITYCONSULT INFORM1Lead the foundry Quality Assurance function and ensure overall foundry rejection remains below 6% through robust prevention, process control and cross\-functional action.Sr. Manager – Quality / Quality teamSr. Manager – Quality (Foundry)GM Foundry, Production, Melting, Moulding, Maintenance, Development, Sales, Customer QualityGM – Foundry Division / Concerned HODs2Establish, implement and sustain strict process controls across melting, moulding, pouring, cooling, fettling, shot blasting and final inspection; ensure compliance with approved parameters at every stage.Sr. Manager – Quality / Quality teamSr. Manager – Quality (Foundry)GM Foundry, Production, Melting, Moulding, Maintenance, Development, Sales, Customer QualityGM – Foundry Division / Concerned HODs3Ensure sustained quality performance of the top 10 rejection\-contributing parts through part\-wise defect analysis, process audits, control plans, clear ownership and regular management review.Sr. Manager – Quality / Quality teamSr. Manager – Quality (Foundry)GM Foundry, Production, Melting, Moulding, Maintenance, Development, Sales, Customer QualityGM – Foundry Division / Concerned HODs4Drive consistency in process parameters, chemical composition, metallurgical properties and casting quality across all shifts, moulding lines, grades and production batches.Sr. Manager – Quality / Quality teamSr. Manager – Quality (Foundry)GM Foundry, Production, Melting, Moulding, Maintenance, Development, Sales, Customer QualityGM – Foundry Division / Concerned HODs5Provide technical leadership on CI and SG iron castings, including grade selection, chemistry, inoculation, nodularity, microstructure, hardness, tensile properties and defect prevention.Sr. Manager – Quality / Quality teamSr. Manager – Quality (Foundry)GM Foundry, Production, Melting, Moulding, Maintenance, Development, Sales, Customer QualityGM – Foundry Division / Concerned HODs6Ensure robust process capability and quality controls for the foundry's HMPL 600 × 700 × 500, DISA Match 24 × 28 and SINTO FCMX III moulding systems, covering casting range up to 50 kg.Sr. Manager – Quality / Quality teamSr. Manager – Quality (Foundry)GM Foundry, Production, Melting, Moulding, Maintenance, Development, Sales, Customer QualityGM – Foundry Division / Concerned HODs7Lead rejection and defect analysis using data, 7 QC tools, 5 Why, fishbone, 8D and other root\-cause methods; ensure permanent corrective and preventive actions and verify effectiveness.Sr. Manager – Quality / Quality teamSr. Manager – Quality (Foundry)GM Foundry, Production, Melting, Moulding, Maintenance, Development, Sales, Customer QualityGM – Foundry Division / Concerned HODs8Monitor daily and monthly quality performance, including internal rejection, customer rejection, rework, scrap, COPQ, defect\-wise trends and line / part\-wise performance; publish dashboards and escalate deviations.Sr. Manager – Quality / Quality teamSr. Manager – Quality (Foundry)GM Foundry, Production, Melting, Moulding, Maintenance, Development, Sales, Customer QualityGM – Foundry Division / Concerned HODs9Ensure chemical analysis, sand testing, metallography, hardness, tensile testing and other required laboratory tests are conducted accurately, with calibrated equipment, traceable records and timely reporting.

Pay: ₹100,000\.00 \- ₹150,000\.00 per year

Work Location: In person