QUALITY CONTROL ANALYST III

Job Overview

Supervises a team of quality technicians, inspectors, and/or engineers, ensuring effective in-process controls and defect prevention.

Responsibilities

• Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving

  • Lead and execute CI projects using Six Sigma, Shainin Red X methodologies.
  • Apply Shainin tools such as Red X Problem Solving, Component Search, Paired Comparison, BOB/WOW, and Multi-Vari charts for variation reduction.
  • Facilitate RCA with structured techniques: 8D, DMAIC, 5 Why, Fishbone Diagram, FMEA.
  • Drive reduction in internal rejections, customer complaints, scrap, rework, and process variation.
  • Strengthen process control through robust PFMEA, Control Plans, Standardized Work, Error-Proofing
  • Use data analytics, SPC, MSA, and Shainin diagnostic tools to improve process capability and predict failures.
  • Work closely with Engineering, Operations, Program Management, Maintenance, and Supplier Quality to drive improvement.
  • Lead structured CI project governance reviews and support decision-making for plant leadership.

  Training, Capability Building & Culture Development

  Train teams in Lean Principles, Six Sigma problem solving, and Shainin Red X tools and techniques.
  • Mentor and develop CI practitioners (Yellow Belt, Green Belt).
  • Promote a continuous improvement mindset across the organization through Kaizen engagement programs.

Education and Knowledge

• BE/ B.Tech (Electronic, Mechanical)
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (Mandatory), Black Belt preferred.
• Shainin Red X Certification / Training preferred
• Certified Internal Auditor (IATF16949 / VDA 6.3) preferred.

Critical Experience

• 5–10 years of experience in CI, Quality, Lean Manufacturing, or Process Engineering.
• Proven success in leading high-impact projects
• Experience in automotive, aerospace, electronics, or high-volume manufacturing operations.
• Good technical knowledge.
• Strong command over Lean, Six Sigma, and Shainin Red X methodologies.
• Hands-on knowledge with SPC, MSA, PFMEA, Control Plan, DOE
• Experience using analytical tools (Minitab, Power BI, Red X software preferred)
• Strong communication and influencing skills.
• Ability to lead change, coach teams, and drive cross-functional alignment.
• Analytical thinking, structured problem-solving, and project management capability
• Good teamwork and coordination skills.
• Strong Communication Skills Clear reporting and explaining findings.

Competencies