Quality Head

Company: White Force
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Location: Aurangabad
Job Description:

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Key Responsibilities:

1. Customer Relationship Management (Bajaj)

  • Act as the primary point of contact for Bajaj Auto’s quality teams regarding any product quality issues, concerns, or feedback.
  • Build and maintain a strong relationship with Bajaj’s procurement, engineering, and quality teams to ensure smooth communication and resolution of any quality-related issues.
  • Coordinate the flow of information related to product quality, timelines, and resolutions between Bajaj and internal teams at Nahar Engineering.
  • Address and resolve any customer complaints or concerns related to product quality in a timely and professional manner.
  • 2. Quality Assurance & Control

  • Ensure that all products meet the stringent quality standards set by Bajaj Auto.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain quality management systems (QMS) and processes for products supplied to Bajaj.
  • Oversee regular quality audits, product inspections, and testing protocols to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
  • Coordinate root cause analysis for any product defects or failures reported by Bajaj, leading corrective actions and preventive measures.
  • 3. Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement

  • Lead the implementation of Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives in quality processes, working closely with production and engineering teams to optimize product quality.
  • Conduct regular training and workshops for internal teams to ensure a high level of awareness of quality standards and customer expectations.
  • Drive initiatives to reduce product non-conformities, enhance process efficiency, and ensure high product yield.
  • 4. Compliance & Reporting

  • Ensure compliance with applicable national and international standards and certifications (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949, etc.) for products supplied to Bajaj.
  • Prepare and present regular quality performance reports to management, highlighting key metrics such as defect rates, rework rates, and customer satisfaction.
  • Ensure that all documentation related to product quality is properly maintained, including test reports, audit results, and corrective action records.
  • 5. Product Development & Engineering Support

  • Work closely with the Product Development and Engineering teams to ensure that new products or changes to existing products meet Bajaj’s quality expectations from the outset.
  • Participate in design reviews and provide input on potential quality risks and mitigation strategies.
  • Evaluate product designs, manufacturing processes, and supplier performance to identify areas of improvement in terms of quality before final approval.
  • 6. Supplier Quality Management

  • Oversee supplier quality assurance activities, ensuring that parts and materials sourced for Bajaj projects meet the required standards and specifications.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to drive quality improvements, resolve non-conformities, and monitor supplier performance regularly.
  • 7. Risk Management

  • Proactively identify potential risks to product quality and develop action plans to mitigate those risks.
  • Manage crisis situations, ensuring rapid containment of quality issues and effective communication with Bajaj Auto.
  • Ensure thorough product validation and testing to minimize the risk of product failures in the field.
  • 8. Cross-Functional Team Collaboration

  • Work closely with the manufacturing, engineering, and procurement teams to ensure alignment between product design, production processes, and quality requirements.
  • Lead cross-functional teams for quality improvement projects, ensuring a collaborative approach to problem-solving and process enhancement.
  • Skills & Qualifications:

    Essential:

  • Education : Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field.
  • Experience : Minimum 10-15 years of experience in quality management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role handling key customers, especially in the automotive sector.
  • Certifications : ISO 9001, IATF 16949, Six Sigma, or similar quality-related certifications.
  • Skills :
  • Deep understanding of automotive industry standards and customer-specific quality requirements (especially Bajaj).
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to manage customer relationships effectively.
  • Proven leadership capabilities with experience in managing and developing cross-functional teams.
  • Strong knowledge of quality management systems, product validation, and testing protocols.
  • Experience with supplier quality management and vendor development.
  • Desirable:

  • Experience with Bajaj Auto : Experience working directly with Bajaj Auto or similar large automotive customers would be highly advantageous.
  • Project Management : Familiarity with project management methodologies for handling quality improvement projects across various functions.
  • Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

  • Customer Satisfaction : Achieving high ratings from Bajaj on quality-related metrics such as defect rates, returns, and on-time deliveries.
  • Defect Rates : Maintaining a low defect rate for products supplied to Bajaj Auto.
  • Process Efficiency : Improvement in internal processes and reduction in non-conformance rates.
  • Quality Audits : Successful completion of quality audits with minimal non-compliance issues.
  • Corrective Actions : Timely resolution of root causes for quality issues, including effective corrective and preventive actions.
  • Working Conditions:

  • Travel : Occasional travel may be required for site visits, audits, or customer meetings.
  • Work Hours : Standard business hours, but flexibility may be required to accommodate customer needs or resolve critical issues.
  • Compensation:

  • Salary : Commensurate with experience and industry standards.
  • Benefits : Health insurance, performance bonuses, retirement benefits, and other company-specific perks.
  • Posted: January 7th, 2026