Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Pacific International has been retained by a global leader in the Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics industry. With a strong heritage and reputation for reliability, the company delivers innovative, state-of-the-art power connector solutions for demanding environments.

As part of its growth strategy, the organisation is seeking a Manufacturing Quality Engineer based in India. This role ensures products, materials, and services meet rigorous quality standards before reaching customers. Key responsibilities include performing inspections, managing supplier quality, establishing production processes, and driving lean, efficient operations.

The ideal candidate will have experience in continuous improvement toward zero defects, root cause analysis, and corrective actions, while collaborating with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and customers to resolve quality issues and foster a culture of quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and other certifications; prepare reports and analyze data to monitor quality performance.
• Lead root cause analysis for product defects and implement effective corrective actions.
• Verify incoming materials against specifications through supplier documentation review and inspections.
• Inspect and test materials, components, and products throughout production to ensure adherence to standards.
• Collaborate with local suppliers to improve yield, reduce inspection requirements, and enhance quality processes at supplier facilities; perform source inspections as needed.
• Work with suppliers to resolve quality issues by eliminating root causes, maintaining quality data, and providing timely feedback; drive performance toward Six Sigma standards.
• Conduct first article, in-process, and final inspections, recording results and partnering with production teams to address defects.
• Measure product dimensions, verify functionality, and ensure compliance with specified tolerances.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of experience in quality inspection and manufacturing engineering.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 standards and Lean manufacturing principles.
• Proficient in using measurement tools (callipers, micrometres, gauges).
• Familiarity with compliance standards (UL, CE, FCC, RoHS) and statistical process control (SPC).
• Expertise in plastic injection moulding and metal forming processes.
• Skilled in blueprint reading, Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T), and technical documentation.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems and quality inspection software; proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to collaborate across teams.
• Excellent communication skills; fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Knowledge of OSHA and other international regulations.

About Pacific International Executive Search:

Pacific International, a globally recognized retained executive search firm, is dedicated to empowering Fortune 500, FTSE 100, and high-growth enterprises in building exceptional C-suite, senior-level, and strategic leadership teams while championing diversity and inclusion. Our adaptability, agility, and forward-thinking ethos distinguish us in the ever-evolving business landscape.

Since 1997, we have been dedicated to building lasting client partnerships based on trust and reliability, and a proven track record of successful C-suite and mid- to senior-level leadership project delivery across many key industries globally.

Diversity Statement:

At Pacific International, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering, and we proudly champion diversity on behalf of our clients in every Executive Search mandate we undertake. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. In pursuit of these objectives, we actively encourage applications from individuals of al