Quality Engineer

About NASH Group

Founded in 1971, NASH Group has grown into a robust provider of manufacturing solutions specializing in Design, Precision Sheet Metal Stamping, Fabrication, and Assemblies. The company collaborates with clients in designing, manufacturing, and assembling industrial products and solutions, consistently advancing through adoption of innovative, cost-efficient manufacturing technologies, systems, and processes. Since 2016, the Nash R&D Division has focused on various product verticals including payment solutions, power electronics, robotics, industrial automation, and IoT, emphasizing concept to product development with facilities in Bangalore and Pune.

Role & Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections to guarantee product quality complies with standards.
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, customer-specific criteria, and other quality standards.
• Monitor daily quality metrics and strive to minimize defects, rework, and customer grievances.
• Use root cause analysis methods such as 8D, 5 Why, and Fishbone diagrams and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Support quality processes including APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, and Control Plans for new and current products.
• Conduct process and layered process audits (LPA), along with internal quality audits.
• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, and NPD teams to troubleshoot quality issues.
• Ensure proper calibration and use of measuring instruments and gauges.
• Verify products against engineering drawings, GD&T standards, and customer requirements.
• Maintain quality documentation, inspection reports, and records.
• Analyze quality data and compile reports on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Participate in customer audits and assist in prompt resolution of observations.
• Lead continuous improvement projects using Kaizen, Poka-Yoke, and Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Train shop floor staff on quality protocols, inspection techniques, and defect avoidance.
• Adhere to safety guidelines, 5S methodology, and company quality procedures.

Candidate Profile

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree (B.E./B.Tech) in Mechanical, Production, Automobile, or Industrial Engineering.
• 3 to 6 years of relevant experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control within automotive manufacturing.
• Experience with sheet metal parts, tube bending, welding, and fabrication is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of IATF 16949 standards, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, Control Plans, and 8D methodology.
• Capability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and customer specifications accurately.
• Hands-on familiarity with measuring equipment such as Vernier Calipers, Micrometers, Height Gauges, Bore Gauges, Dial Gauges, Surface Plates, and CMM.
• Experienced in managing customer complaints, process enhancements, and internal audit procedures.
• Proficient with MS Office and quality report preparation.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving abilities, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Prior experience working with automotive OEM and Tier-1 clients.