Quality Head

Chennai Permanent View Job Description
Seeking an experienced Quality Head to oversee quality assurance across two operating plants and play a pivotal role in driving quality excellence for the group. This is a strategic leadership position, directly reporting to the Executive Director.
  • Work with one of the largest steel manufacturers in India
  • Lead the teams as a Quality Head

About Our Client

Our client is a leading integrated steel manufacturer in India, equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and internationally certified processes. They specialise in producing TMT steel bars across a wide range of specifications and have multiple plants with robust expansion plans.
With significant growth underway, the company is committed to innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable manufacturing.

Job Description

- Lead and manage the quality function across plants.
- Ensure SOP implementation and adherence to quality management systems.
- Oversee QA for raw materials, semi-finished, and finished goods.
- Establish and maintain 5S systems and in-process quality controls.
- Drive compliance with factory standards and regulatory requirements.
- Manage deviation handling and implement CAPA (Corrective & Preventive Actions).
- Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance quality and efficiency.
- Handle and resolve technical complaints from stakeholders.
- Conduct audits, inspections, and continuous improvement programs.
- Provide strategic input on quality excellence to senior leadership.

The Successful Applicant

- Experience: 10-15 years in quality management within steel or heavy manufacturing.
- Strong expertise in auditing, SOPs, 5S systems, and quality assurance frameworks.
- Proven ability in multi-plant quality operations management.
- Hands-on experience in process improvement & deviation management.
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
- Must be willing to be based near plant location

What's on Offer

- Compensation upto 25 LPA

- High ownership and impact position

Quote job ref
JN-092025-6828622

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Manufacturing operations
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Chennai
Job Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-092025-6828622

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