Head of Quality Assurance

Role OverviewPropel Industries, a leader in crushing and mining equipment, is seeking an experienced Head – Quality to drive the entire Quality function. This role spans Incoming Quality, In-Process Quality (including Welding & Painting QA), Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA), Electrical & Electronics QA, Customer Quality, and Project Quality Assurance (including erection & commissioning). The position requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to establish world-class systems that align with global benchmarks.Key ResponsibilitiesQuality Leadership & Strategy- Define and execute the company-wide Quality roadmap aligned with business goals. - Build and sustain robust Quality Management Systems (QMS) and ISO standards. - Create a culture of first-time-right, zero-defect across the organization. - Mentor, coach, and build a high-performing Quality team.Incoming Quality- Establish inspection/testing for raw materials, castings, forgings, weldments, fabricated structures, paints, electrical & electronic components. - Ensure supplier quality requirements, acceptance standards, and traceability. - Prevent defects from entering production through robust gatekeeping.In-Process Quality- Implement process audits, Poka-Yoke, SPC, MSA, and FMEA for robust controls. - Drive Welding QA – WPS, PQR, welder qualifications, weld inspections, NDT checks. - Drive Painting QA – paint material qualification, DFT checks, surface preparation, adhesion, corrosion protection tests. - Ensure QA of Electrical & Electronic items – cables, motors, sensors, control panels, PLCs, drives, and wiring harnesses. - Foster a First-Time-Right and defect prevention culture on shopfloor.Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA)- Develop and qualify suppliers through audits and technical capability assessments. - Monitor supplier performance with scorecards and drive continuous improvement. - Ensure supplier adherence for welding consumables, paints, electrical & electronic parts.Customer Quality- Be the single point of accountability for all customer quality issues. - Drive swift resolution of complaints, warranty claims, and field failures. - Ensure RCA & CAPA effectiveness and integrate feedback into product improvements. - Act as the customer advocate for quality in all forums.Project Quality Assurance (Including Erection & Commissioning)- Define QA plans for new product launches, prototypes, and turnkey projects. - Ensure compliance to quality deliverables during manufacturing, erection, and commissioning at customer sites. - Establish protocols for installation checks, pre-commissioning tests, and performance validation. - Collaborate with Project, Service, Electrical, and Mechanical teams for smooth site execution and handover. - Maintain documentation, inspection records, and audit trails for project QA.Continuous Improvement & Compliance- Lead initiatives in Six Sigma, Lean, and Kaizen. - Ensure compliance with statutory, environmental, and safety standards. - Benchmark with global leaders in mining & crushing equipment and bring best practices.Key Skills & Competencies- Mastery in APQP, PPAP, FMEA, 8D, RCA, CAPA, SPC, MSA. - Strong technical background in Welding QA, Painting QA, Electrical & Electronics QA. - Experience in heavy engineering, capital goods, mining & crushing equipment. - Leadership in cross-functional team development and stakeholder management. - Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.Qualifications & Experience- B.E./B.Tech – Mechanical / Production / Metallurgy / Electrical. - 20+ years of Quality experience with 5+ years in a senior leadership role. - Proven background in crushing, mining equipment, or heavy engineering machinery. - Six Sigma / Quality Management certifications preferred.

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