Job Description

The General Manager Quality will lead quality assurance and control for the tank division s multi-site operations. The candidate is expected to develop and refine the company s Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OSHA 18001, and ISO 3834 standards. The candidate will drive process improvements using methodologies such as 8D, FMEA, and Six Sigma and deploy advanced QA systems including AI-based inspection and detection systems. This role also involves supplier and vendor audits, ensuring material standards are met, and fostering a culture of continuous quality improvement. Quality Management/ MR/ ISO focus: Welding & painting process oversight: Monitor and enhance welding and painting processes; train welders, inspectors, and engineers to meet quality standards. Statistical process control: Implement and control quality using statistical process control methodologies. MR & ISO responsibilities: Act as the Management Representative (MR) for ISO 9001/14001/18001; maintain expertise in ISO3834 as a certified internal auditor. Digital quality transformation: Deploy enhanced QA systems, including AI-based inspection and detection technologies. Supplier & vendor audits: Conduct thorough audits to ensure supplier and vendor compliance with material standards and quality benchmarks. Process improvement: Utilize 8D, FMEA, and Six Sigma methodologies to drive continuous quality improvements. Operational quality oversight: Ensure high quality from raw material inspection to finished product testing. Document process checks, deviations, and non-conformance reports; conduct regular trend analyses. Monitor first-pass yield rates and enforce corrective/preventive actions based on root cause analysis. Collaboration and R&D: Work closely with R&D teams to drive product and process innovations. Integrate sustainable practices and ESG initiatives into quality management. Contribute to the company s global strategy by ensuring quality standards align with international requirements. Performance and documentation: Use digital dashboards and ERP systems to monitor quality KPIs. Ensure all quality documentation is current and accessible for audits and reviews. Team leadership: Leading a team of 50 inspectors. 4 direct reports, 12-15 quality engineers under him. In depth knowledge of painting and fabrication of mild steel Deploying and implementing all quality controls to meet customer requirements. Failure mode analysis to prevent any potential claims on the company. Welding & painting process oversight: Monitor and enhance welding and painting processes; train welders, inspectors, and engineers to meet quality standards. Statistical process control: Implement and control quality using statistical process control methodologies. MR & ISO responsibilities: Act as the Management Representative (MR) for ISO 9001/14001/18001; maintain expertise in ISO3834 as a certified internal auditor. Digital quality transformation: Deploy enhanced QA systems, including AI-based inspection and detection technologies. Supplier & vendor audits: Conduct thorough audits to ensure supplier and vendor compliance with material standards and quality benchmarks. Process improvement: Utilize 8D, FMEA, and Six Sigma methodologies to drive continuous quality improvements. 15-18 years of experience rising up the ranks of the quality function. The majority of the candidate s experience should be in metal fabrication/ sheet metal processes at a plant like welding, fabrication, testing, blasting and painting. Expertise in transformer tank manufacturing or related heavy metal fabrication is highly preferred. The candidate could come from a company manufacturing wind-mill tower base, drum and barrel industry which operates with heavy-thickness mild steel raw materials. Technical & Process Expertise: In-depth knowledge of welding and painting processes, material standards, and quality control methodologies. Proficient in deploying digital QA systems, ERP tools, and AI-based inspection/detection systems. Process Improvement Proficiency: Strong background in using 8D, FMEA, and Six Sigma methodologies to drive continuous improvement. Certification & Audit Experience: International Certified Welding Engineer or Certified Welding Inspector (NDT Level II). Significant experience as an MR for ISO 9001/14001/18001 and internal auditing expertise in ISO3834.