Incharge - Supplier Quality

Job Description: In Charge – Supplier Quality (Control Panel Systems) Department: Quality Assurance Location: WTG Generator Control Panel Manufacturing Unit Reporting To: Head – Quality / Quality Manager Position Summary The In Charge - Supplier Quality will be responsible for ensuring the quality of all incoming materials, components, and assemblies procured for the manufacturing of Wind Turbine Generator (WTG) Control Panels. The role involves supplier qualification, supplier audits, incoming quality control, supplier performance monitoring, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure reliable and defect-free supplies to production. Key Roles & Responsibilities Supplier Quality Assurance Develop and maintain supplier quality standards for electronic, electrical, mechanical, and sheet metal components used in control panel manufacturing. Evaluate supplier manufacturing capabilities and quality systems. Qualify new suppliers through audits, trials, and process assessments. Ensure supplier compliance with company quality requirements and specifications. Incoming Quality Control (IQC) Establish inspection plans for incoming materials. Monitor quality of: PLCs HMIs Relays Contactors VFDs Power Supplies MCBs/MCCBs Terminal Blocks Wiring Harnesses Copper Busbars Sheet Metal Enclosures Electronic Components Ensure timely disposition of incoming material through inspection and testing. Supplier Audits & Assessments Conduct supplier process audits and quality system audits. Assess manufacturing processes, calibration systems, testing facilities, and process controls. Monitor compliance with ISO 9001 and other applicable quality standards. Prepare supplier audit reports and improvement plans. Supplier Performance Management Track supplier quality performance using KPIs such as: PPM (Parts Per Million) Rejection Rate On-Time Delivery Customer Complaints SCAR Closure Performance Develop supplier scorecards and periodic performance reviews. Drive supplier quality improvement initiatives. Non-Conformance & CAPA Management Investigate supplier-related quality issues and incoming material defects. Raise Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCAR). Verify effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions. Coordinate with suppliers to eliminate recurring quality issues. Drive root cause analysis using: 8D 5 Why Fishbone Diagram Pareto Analysis Supplier Development Work with suppliers to improve process capability and product quality. Support supplier process improvements and defect reduction activities. Identify alternate suppliers for critical components. Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the supplier base. Cross Functional Coordination Coordinate with Procurement, Manufacturing Engineering, Production Planning, Stores, and Production departments. Participate in new product development and supplier selection activities. Support engineering change management related to supplier parts. Ensure smooth material flow without compromising quality standards. Documentation & Compliance Maintain supplier quality records and audit reports. Review material test certificates and quality documentation. Ensure traceability and document control requirements are met. Support customer audits and certification audits. Key Accountabilities (KRAs) Reduction in supplier rejection rates. Improvement in supplier PPM performance. Timely closure of supplier corrective actions. On-time supplier audit completion. Reduction in production losses due to supplier quality issues. Improvement in incoming material quality acceptance rates. Development and qualification of reliable suppliers. Reduction in Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ). Educational Qualification B.E. / <B.Tech> in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related Engineering discipline. Additional certifications in Quality Management, Six Sigma, or Lead Auditor programs will be an added advantage. Experience 8-12 years of experience in Supplier Quality, Incoming Quality, Vendor Development, or Quality Assurance. Experience in Electrical Control Panels, Industrial Automation, Power Electronics, Renewable Energy, Wind Turbine Generator Components, Switchgear, or Electronics Manufacturing preferred. Position-Specific Requirements Strong understanding of control panel systems and electrical components. Experience in supplier audits and supplier qualification. Knowledge of electrical and electronic component inspection methods. Familiarity with IPC, IEC, IS, UL, and electrical industry standards. Experience handling supplier quality issues and SCAR management. Knowledge of process capability studies and statistical quality tools. Experience with ERP systems such as SAP HANA. Ability to read electrical schematics, control panel drawings, and BOMs. Position-Specific Skills Supplier Quality Management Vendor Quality Assurance Incoming Quality Control (IQC) Supplier Audits Root Cause Analysis 8D Problem Solving CAPA Management Supplier Development Quality Systems & Compliance Process Improvement Statistical Process Control (SPC) FMEA Control Plan Development Electrical Component Inspection SAP HANA Data Analysis & Reporting Negotiation & Supplier Coordination Communication & Leadership Skills