The Site Quality Leader is responsible for driving quality excellence at our new India Engine Business manufacturing facility in Phaltan. This role manages plant-level quality operations, ensures compliance with global standards, and supports key initiatives aligned with Cummins Operating System (COS). The leader fosters a culture of continuous improvement, builds and develops a high-performing quality team, and champions customer satisfaction through robust quality planning, problem-solving, and digital transformation.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the development, implementation, and maintenance of the plant quality system.
Establish and maintain quality assurance methods, expectations, and processes for the site.
Align quality objectives with plant operational goals and the Cummins Operating System.
Drive execution of the site s Annual Operating Plan in alignment with quality goals.
Ensure product quality and enforce work stoppage protocols when defects affecting the product are identified.
Prioritize and organize site-level quality projects; manage resources effectively.
Monitor and guide continuous improvement efforts (e. g. , RFT, Cost of Poor Quality, Product Quality Council).
Conduct quality audits and assessments; lead post-event reviews to capture learnings.
Oversee compliance with APQP, PPAP, IATF, and customer-specific quality standards.
Manage Value Package Introduction (VPI) quality planning activities.
Utilize Lean Manufacturing, 7-step problem solving, and Intelligent Quality Tools and Methods (IQTM).
Lead Six Sigma initiatives and track certification progress.
Manage and develop the Quality Engineers, Calibration, and Metrology team.
Leverage advanced technologies and Quality 4. 0 tools to enhance product and process quality.
Identify and drive greenhouse emission reduction opportunities in product and process.
Act as a change agent and strategic partner to align quality with evolving business needs.

Required Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Engineering or a related technical or scientific field is required.
Demonstrated capability in managing quality functions in a manufacturing environment.
This position may require licensing for compliance with export control or sanctions regulations.

Skills and Experience

Experience:

5-7 years of relevant experience in Manufacturing, Engineering, or Program Management within automotive or similarly regulated industries.
Minimum 3 years of managerial experience is preferred.
Hands-on experience with engine critical components (Cylinder Block, Cylinder Heads, Camshaft, etc. ) and castings.
Strong machining knowledge and supplier development capabilities.

Technical Competencies:

Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and Process Audits
Cummins Operating System (COS) and Total Quality Management (TQM) practices
Strong command of statistical tools, problem-solving methodologies, and Lean principles
Quality Systems Management and compliance with IATF standards
Quality 4. 0: digital twin, simulation, adaptive intelligence, cloud-native software, connected systems

Leadership & Behavioral Competencies:

Customer Focus
Quality Influence & Project Resource Management
Quality Leadership and Continuous Improvement Mindset
Talent Development and Team Management
Ability to Attract Top Talent and Build Diverse Teams
Strategic Thinking with Execution Excellence
Values Differences and Fosters Inclusion

Role: Quality Manager / Supervisor

Industry Type: Automobile

Department: Quality Assurance

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Role Category: Business Process Quality

Education

UG: B.Tech/B.E. in Production/Industrial

PG: Any Postgraduate

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