MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOB

Operational Responsibilities

Quality Control of Inline and EOL Assembly Processes and Workmanship:

• Conduct inspections at various stages of vehicle assembly to ensure compliance with OEM specifications and quality standards.
• Approve or reject components and assembled units based on quality criteria.
• Identify and document defects found during the assembly process.
• Coordinate daily activities and schedules with the inspection team to ensure seamless operations.
• Conduct daily product audits on all vehicles to ensure they meet OEM standards.
• Oversee functional and dynamic tests, including wheel alignment, brake tests, and road tests, to ensure vehicles meet OEM specifications.

Assembly Documentation Management:

• Print and issue each vehicle’s documentation to the assembly line.
• Ensure assembly line technicians accurately fill in all details in the provided check sheets.
• Ensure all checklists and vehicle records are well filed and stored in the KVM archives building.

Data Collection and Analysis:

• Collect data on inspection results and defect rates throughout the assembly line.
• Analyze data to identify trends, root causes of defects, and areas for improvement.
• Maintain detailed records of inspections and test results.

Feedback and Defect Rate Reporting:

• Provide immediate feedback to assembly team members and supervisors regarding quality issues.
• Prepare and submit daily defect reports to the Quality Assurance Coordinator and other relevant team members.
• Communicate quality findings and recommendations to relevant stakeholders.

Process Improvement and Kaizen activities:

• Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance quality and efficiency in the assembly line.
• Develop and refine inspection check sheets to ensure consistency in quality checks.
• Collaborate with production teams to implement corrective actions and preventive measures.

Defect Reduction and RCA:

• Conduct root cause analysis on severe and repetitive defects discovered during end-of-line inspections/product audits.
• Implement corrective actions and monitor their effectiveness in reducing defects.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards throughout the assembly process.
• Follow up on rework procedures and ensure timely resolution of quality issues.

Initiation of Internal Campaigns:

• Initiate internal campaigns as containment actions when repetitive or critical defects are identified.
• Coordinate with production teams to address and resolve issues promptly.
• Track the progress and effectiveness of campaigns to prevent recurrence of defects.

Daily and weekly Reporting:

• Share daily product audit reports and inspection results with the team, including weighted DPV (Defects Per Vehicle) results.
• Submit comprehensive product audit reports to the plant and relevant customers.
• Share daily WIP (Work In Progress) reports with throughput of ready units.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum level of academic and professional qualification required to perform effectively in the role
• Diploma/Degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferably Automotive, Production, or Manufacturing Engineering).
• Certification in quality control is a strong advantage.
• Proven experience in vehicle inspections in a busy automobile manufacturing plant.
• Must be an experienced driver.