Advanced Specialist - Incoming Quality

Manufacturing & Production · Quality & Process · Quality Assurance · Quality Control

In short

Autoliv is seeking an experienced Advanced Specialist / Senior Executive (Incoming Quality) to ensure supplier part quality, manage incoming inspections, and drive continuous improvement. The role requires expertise in quality inspection, supplier quality management, and problem-solving within a manufacturing environment, with a focus on saving lives through automotive safety products.

Responsibilities

Execute incoming material inspections as per defined sampling plans and quality standards.
Ensure supplier parts meet quality requirements before release to production.
Develop and maintain part inspection standards and related documentation.
Monitor incoming quality performance and drive improvement actions.
Investigate supplier-related quality issues and implement containment actions.
Conduct joint inspections and quality reviews with suppliers.
Review supplier corrective action plans and 8D reports.
Raise supplier quality defects in the system and ensure timely closure.
Address line quality concerns related to supplier parts.
Perform root cause analysis and drive corrective and preventive actions.
Support production teams to minimize quality-related disruptions.
Manage and guide a team of 5-6 inspectors, including supplier representatives.
Ensure smooth execution of incoming quality activities across shifts.
Drive inspection strengthening and quality improvement initiatives.
Maintain inspection records, rejection reports, dashboards, and PPM data.
Support customer, system, and internal audits.
Manage rejection, segregation, material disposition, and supplier returns.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure uninterrupted material flow.
Manage calibration of measuring instruments as per schedule.
Ensure raw material testing activities are completed as planned.
Maintain compliance with quality standards and procedures.

Requirements

Hands-on experience with measuring instruments such as Vernier Caliper, Micrometer, Height Gauge, CMM, VMM, Vision Measurement Systems.
Strong knowledge of engineering drawings and GD&T.
Understanding of MSA (Measurement System Analysis), SPC (Statistical Process Control), 7 QC Tools, Root Cause Analysis and Problem-Solving Techniques.
Good presentation, reporting, and documentation skills.
BE / B.Tech in Mechanical, Production, Industrial, Automotive, or related Engineering discipline.
6-9 years of experience in Incoming Quality, Supplier Quality, Manufacturing Quality, or Automotive Quality functions.

Desired Qualifications

Integrity
Customer Focus
Accountability
Execution Excellence
Collaboration
Trust Building
Effective Communication
Stakeholder Management
Ethical and professional approach
Open-minded and adaptable
Strong observational and analytical skills
Tactful in handling stakeholders and suppliers
Versatile and proactive
Innovative problem solver

Benefits

Opportunities to enhance career and personal development in an international work setting.
Exposure to new and different perspectives that ensure team success.
Development programs emphasizing technical competency, leadership development, and business management skills.

Skills

Vernier CaliperMicrometerHeight GaugeCMMVMMVision Measurement SystemsGD&TMSASPC7 QC ToolsRoot Cause AnalysisProblem-Solving Techniques

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About Autoliv

Autoliv, Inc. is the worldwide leader in automotive safety systems. We develop, manufacture and market protective systems, such as airbags, seatbelts, steering wheels and pedestrian protection systems for all major automotive manufacturers in the world. Our products save 37,000 lives and prevent 450,000 injuries each year. Our ~65,000 employees in 25 countries are passionate about our vision of Saving More Lives and quality is at the heart of everything we do. We have 13 technical centers, with 20 test tracks. In the world of automotive occupant safety, we were the first to introduce the two-…

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