General Manager - Quality - Automotive

Description:

Job Title: General Manager Quality (Automotive Industry)

Location: Mumbai, India

Experience:

1520 Years

Position Overview:

The General Manager Quality will lead the Quality function for the plant, ensuring compliance with global automotive standards and driving continuous improvement across all manufacturing processes. This role demands a seasoned leader with strong technical expertise and proven experience in managing large-scale quality operations in the automotive sector.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership:

- Define and execute the plant-wide Quality strategy aligned with organizational objectives.

- Ensure adherence to customer requirements, industry standards, and statutory regulations.

Quality Systems & Compliance:

- Ensure full compliance with IATF 16949 and other automotive quality standards.

- Implement and sustain APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC methodologies across all processes.

Process Excellence:

- Oversee quality assurance across forging, casting, machining, and sheet metal processes.

- Drive initiatives to reduce defects, improve reliability, and enhance customer satisfaction.

Continuous Improvement:

- Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality issues.

- Promote a zero-defect culture and continuous improvement programs.

Customer & Audit Management:

- Act as the primary interface for OEM/Tier-1 customers on quality matters.

- Represent the organization during audits and customer visits.

Team Development:

- Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing Quality team.

- Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and excellence.

Key Requirements:

Experience:

- 15+ years in automotive manufacturing, preferably with OEM or Tier-1 suppliers.

- Proven track record in leading plant-wide Quality functions.

Technical Expertise:

- Strong background in forging, casting, machining, and sheet metal processes.

- Hands-on experience with IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC.

Leadership Skills:

- Ability to manage large teams and drive organizational change.

- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Career Stability:

- Preference for candidates with long tenures and a stable career history.

Education:

- Bachelors degree in Automobile Engineering or related field.

- Masters degree in Quality Management or leadership management from an esteemed institute.