Quality Assurance Manager

Company DescriptionPrasanna Packaging Machinery Pvt Ltd specializes in manufacturing high-quality Filling and Sealing Machines, Tube Filling Machines, and Cartoning Machines. The company is a trusted provider of advanced packaging solutions designed to meet the needs of various industries. Known for reliability and innovation, Prasanna Packaging Machinery has established a strong reputation in the market.

With a focus on precision and quality, the company's machines are engineered to optimize efficiency and productivity for its clients.

Location: Rabale, Navi Mumbai

# Role OverviewThe QC Manager is responsible for establishing and maintaining a robust quality control system across incoming materials, in-process assemblies, and final machinery testing, ensuring compliance with customer specifications, food industry standards, and regulatory requirements. The role also drives vendor quality, defect reduction, and continuous improvement# Key Responsibilities1. Incoming Material (Inward) Quality Control Develop and implement incoming inspection plans for- Raw materials (steel, polymers, bought-out components- Mechanical components- Pneumatic & electrical parts Ensure compliance with:- Drawings, specifications, and standards- Vendor certifications (COA, test reports) Maintain traceability of incoming materials Drive vendor rating system based on quality performance 2.

In-Process / Sub-Assembly Inspection Define QC checkpoints for:- Fabrication- Machining- Sub-assemblies (mechanical, pneumatic, electrical) Ensure adherence to:- Assembly drawings- Torque standards, alignment, tolerances Monitor:- Process capability- First-piece approval (FPA) Identify recurring defects and implement corrective actions3. Mechanical, Pneumatic & Electrical Testing Oversee:- Dimensional inspection- Functional testing of assemblies- Pneumatic leak tests, pressure validation- Electrical continuity, safety, and control panel testing Ensure calibration and validation of all testing equipment 4. Final Machine Quality Inspection (Packaging Machinery) Ensure final machines meet:- Customer specifications- Performance criteria (speed, accuracy, reliability) Conduct:- Dry runs and trial runs- FAT (Factory Acceptance Test) Verify:- Hygiene compliance (critical for dairy & food industry)- Safety standards (interlocks, guarding, electrical safety)5.

Vendor Quality Management Monitor and control:- Vendor rejections- Rework levels Conduct:- Vendor audits and development programs Drive:- Root cause analysis for vendor defects- Supplier corrective actions (SCAR)6. Internal Quality & Design Feedback Analyze rejection trends to:- Identify design weaknesses- Recommend improvements to engineering team Participate in:- Design reviews- Value engineering initiatives

• Documentation & Compliance Maintain:- Inspection reports- Quality records- NCR (Non-Conformance Reports) Ensure compliance with:- ISO standards (e.g., ISO 9001)- Food-grade machinery requirements
• Team Leadership Lead QC inspectors and engineers Train team on:- Inspection standards- Testing procedures Build a culture of quality ownership

# Key Result Areas (KRAs) 1. Incoming Quality Performance Reduction in incoming rejection rate (%) Vendor defect PPM improvement On-time inspection clearance

• In-Process Quality Control Reduction in in-process defects First-pass yield (FPY) improvement Reduction in rework hours
• Final Product Quality Zero critical defects at dispatch FAT pass rate (first attempt) Customer complaints / warranty issues reduction
• Vendor Quality Management Vendor rejection trend reduction Closure time for vendor corrective actions Vendor rating improvement
• Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) Reduction in:- Scrap cost- Rework cost- Warranty claims
• Internal Quality Improvement Number of design improvements initiated from QC insights Reduction in recurring defects Implementation of CAPA (Corrective & Preventive Actions)
• Compliance & Documentation Audit score (internal/external) Zero major non-conformities Documentation accuracy & completeness
• Testing Effectiveness % adherence to testing protocols Calibration compliance (100%) Downtime due to quality failures
• Team Performance Skill development index of QC team Productivity per inspector Training completion %

10.KPIs (Sample Measurable Targets) Incoming rejection: Vendor PPM: FAT first-pass success: > 95% Customer complaints: COPQ reduction: 10-15% YoY

# Important Focus Areas (Critical for Your Setup)1. Strong Vendor Control Strict gatekeeping at inward stage No bypass of QC for urgent production 2. Design Feedback Loop QC must not just inspect - it must challenge design flaws Use data to escalate systemic issues 3.

Food Industry Compliance Ensure:- Hygienic design validation- Contamination-free assembly 4. Integrated Testing Approach Combine:- Mechanical + Pneumatic + Electrical validation Avoid siloed testing failures