Key Responsibilities:
Quality Assurance Management:
- Implement and maintain the company’s quality control systems and processes.
- Develop and update quality control procedures to ensure consistency in product quality.
- Conduct regular audits and inspections of raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications for all refractory products.
Testing and Inspection:
- Oversee testing of refractory products for various properties such as thermal resistance, mechanical strength, and chemical composition.
- Supervise and perform routine inspections of production processes to monitor quality at every stage of production.
- Perform non-destructive testing (NDT) and other relevant methods for product assessment.
Team Supervision and Training:
- Lead, train, and mentor the quality control team to enhance productivity and quality awareness.
- Assign tasks, track team performance, and ensure adherence to quality control protocols.
- Conduct training programs on quality standards, safety procedures, and new testing methods.
Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate records of all quality control activities, test results, and inspection reports.
- Prepare detailed quality reports for management, highlighting any issues or areas for improvement.
- Identify and report any deviations from quality standards to the relevant department for corrective action.
Problem Solving and Continuous Improvement:
- Identify root causes of defects or quality issues and collaborate with the production team to implement corrective actions.
- Monitor and evaluate product feedback, suggesting improvements based on customer complaints or product failures.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives through process optimization, reduced waste, and enhanced product quality.
Supplier Quality Control:
- Collaborate with suppliers to ensure raw materials meet quality requirements.
- Conduct audits and inspections on incoming raw materials, ensuring they meet the required standards before being used in production.
Health, Safety, and Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations within the quality control processes.
- Promote a safety-conscious culture by enforcing safe working practices in the QC laboratory and production areas.
ualifications:
- Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Ceramic Engineering, Metallurgy, or related field.
- Experience:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a quality control role, preferably in the refractory, ceramics, or manufacturing industry.
- Skills:
- In-depth knowledge of quality control standards and testing procedures in refractory materials.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, Six Sigma).
- Certifications:
- Certifications in quality management (e.g., Six Sigma, ISO auditor) would be a plus.
Working Conditions:
- Full-time position.
- Occasional overtime may be required to meet production deadlines.
- Work is typically carried out in a factory environment, which may involve exposure to high temperatures and heavy machinery.