QA Manager

Across diverse sectors including automotive, consumer electronics, mobile devices, telecom, data storage, infrastructure, and AI, MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions has earned the trust of manufacturers worldwide. Our comprehensive range of high-quality solutions and technical services enables the entire electronics supply chain, empowering businesses to thrive in today's competitive landscape.

We embody the 'Elements of our Culture'- our 5C's; Challenge, Commit, Collaborate, Choose, and Care. These core values are the foundation of our organization which our employees embrace in their interactions with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders, to drive financial performance and create a rewarding work environment.

Who are we looking for?

The Quality Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO standards, customer requirements, statutory regulations, and product certification requirements including UL and BIS. The role oversees Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Supplier Quality, Customer Quality, Laboratory Operations, Product Certification, and Continuous Improvement activities across the manufacturing of soldering materials, potting compounds, thermal interface materials, and conformal coatings.

What will you be doing?

• Maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management System in compliance with: IATF 16949 and ISO 9001.
• Customer Specific Requirements (CSR)
• Ensure process conformity throughout the product lifecycle.
• Lead Management Review Meetings.
• Establish quality objectives and monitor performance metrics.
• Ensure effective document and record control.
• Lead external certification audits and surveillance audits.
• Drive implementation and effectiveness of APQP,PPAP,FMEA,Control Plans,SPC & MSA
• Facilitate internal system, process, and product audits.
• Lab management, Establish and maintain test methods.
• Ensure calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Experience in the product certifications like UL & BIS.
• Supplier management, IQC and CAR for the issues identified.
• Handle customer complaints, RMA and escalations.
• Lead customer audits (QMS,RBA,Process).
• Coordinate failure analysis activities.
• Ensure timely closure of corrective actions.
• Monitor quality KPIs.
• NC Management, Change Management, Lab management.
• Lead the Continuous Improvement drive , kaizens, Poke-yoke,Six sigma.

Who are You?

• Master or Bachelor degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering with relevant knowledge in quality management frameworks and work experience as Quality manager or MRM.
• Quality certifications such as lead auditor in ISO9001, IATF16949, Lean Six Sigma black belt.
• 5-10 years of experience would be preffered.

What competencies will you need?

• Knowledge of quality standards (ISO9001, IATF16949 & ISO17025)
• Proficient in Data Analysis & Interpretation
• Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking
• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills;
• Hands on with APQP,PPAP,DFMEA,PFMEA,CP, MSA,SPC,DOE,8D.
• Tamil language is mandatory
• Location would be Chennai

We are Offering...

As part of our team here, in addition to a competitive Gross Salary you will be eligible to participate in a generous performance related bonus scheme. In addition, you will receive 3 comprehensive insurance benefits 1. GMC (Self/ Spouse and 2 Kids – INR 5 Lakhs coverage), 2. GPA – 5 Times of Annual Salary sum assured for Employee, 3. GTLI - 5 Times of Annual Salary sum assured for Employee. Also as an Employee benefit we offer free 2 meals on all working days.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category applicable under federal, state and local laws.