Job Description

Job Title: Manager QA
Location: Ambasamudram


Role Purpose:

  • Overseeing all quality-related operations inclusive of S&T, D&F of Ambas site

    • Principal Accountabilities:

  • Health, Safety, and Environmental Responsibility
  • Responsible for Health and Safety aspects related to the Quality Assurance (QA) Department inclusive of Spinning & Twisting, Dyeing & Finishing – Ambas plant

  • Ensure effective implementation and monitoring of EMS (Environmental Management System) & OH&S (Occupational Health & Safety) as per standards.
  • QA Operations and Oversight
  • Responsible for all QA operations of S&T and D&F Ambas plant

  • Frame and install the TQM (Total Quality Management Systems) S&T, D&F operations of Ambas

  • Supervise calibration and maintenance of testing instruments in the QA lab.

  • Monitor testing of all finished goods, analyse trends, and initiate corrective/improvement actions.

  • Suggest and assist Manufacturing team for choosing the right type of process machines during modernizing or expansion, new venture creation.
  • Staff Management and Training
  • Identify training needs and provide relevant training for QA personnel.

  • Responsible for recruitment and onboarding of QA team members.
  • Material Inspection and Product Quality
  • To establish Inspection system in consultation with India Quality Head and Global excellence team

  • Authority to withhold/freeze non-conforming materials at receiving, in-process, or final stages of Ambas plant

  • Review of specifications and quality plans for raw materials, semi-finished goods, and finished products.
  • Certification and Compliance
  • To obtain defined Management system certifications, product certifications for overall Coats

  • Team leader for BRCGS; responsible for:

  • Identifying Critical Control Measures (CCMs)

  • Implementing and monitoring BRCGS and PRPs

  • Serving as Product Recall Coordinator

  • Follow-up authority for the following certifications:

  • IATF

  • IMS Certification

  • OEKO-TEX, UL, GOTS, GRS, BIS certifications
  • Customer Engagement and Complaints Handling
  • Handle customer complaints and initiate corrective and preventive actions.

  • One of the coordinators for customer visits, audits, and self-assessments.

  • Audit lead is assigned to the respective segment head (HR, Environment, Safety).

  • Address global queries and provide reports as required.
  • Systems, Data & Documentation
  • Review/update existing SAP CF and define SAP CF for new materials.

  • Review/update all Quality data as defined by Global QA SOP’s, and as per KPI definition.

  • Update manufacturing details and launch new articles in Infobahn.

  • Coordinate and document Management Review Meetings.

    • Qualification & Experience:

  • Graduate or Postgraduate in textiles.

  • Minimum years in management / years of textiles shop floor experience in textiles, of which minimum years in QA would be added advantage

  • Exposure to change

  • management processes / Audit & certification experience

  • Exposure to lab testing and inspections

  • Minimum exposure to Garment manufacturing

    • Desirable:

  • H&S Policy and local SHE and

  • Employment legislation / standards

  • Working understanding of Lean Six Sigma Black belt preferred.

  • Knowledge on- ISO – QMS, H&S, EMS, IATF, BRCGS, Statistical core tools, Seven QC tools

    • At Coats Group, we are committed to innovation, excellence, and fostering a diverse and collaborative environment where every team member can thrive. If you are passionate about making an impact in the textile industry and eager to join a global leader with a rich heritage and a forward-thinking approach, we invite you to take the next step in your career with us.

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