Quality Inspector

A Quality Inspector in the automobile industry acts as the final and continuous safeguard between production lines or service workshops and the customer, ensuring every vehicle and component meets strict Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), safety, and quality standards

The Quality Inspector examines, measures, and tests automotive parts, inline assemblies, or post-service vehicles. The role focuses on identifying defects, preventing non-conforming items from progressing, and documenting quality metrics to maintain brand reliability.

Core Responsibilities

Incoming & Line Inspection

Check raw materials, sub-assemblies, and incoming components against engineering blueprints and specifications.

Inline & End-of-Line (EOL) Audits: Monitor vehicle assembly stages (mechanical, electrical, trim, and body) to ensure compliance with OEM standards.

Precision Measurement & Testing: Operate measuring instruments such as Vernier calipers, micrometers, gauges, and Coordinate Measuring Machines

Road & Functional Tests

Conduct authorized test drives or functional checks on brakes, steering, electrical systems, and powertrain performance.

Defect & Non-Conformance Management: Document defects, tag non-conforming items, initiate hold/quarantine procedures, and log issues into the Non-Conformance Report (NCR) system.

Root-Cause & Corrective Actions: Collaborate with production supervisors, mechanical technicians, and engineers to analyze defects and prevent repeat failures (utilizing tools like Ishikawa or Lean Six Sigma).

Documentation & Sign-off

Maintain accurate build records, inspection checklists, calibration logs, and pre-delivery inspection (PDI) sign-offs.

Key Requirements & Qualifications

Education

Diploma, ITI, or B.Tech/B.E. in Automobile Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.

Experience

1 to 4 years of experience in automotive manufacturing, a component plant, or an authorized service/workshop environment.

Technical Skills

Proficiency in reading technical drawings, CAD schematics, and wiring diagrams.

Ability to handle precision measurement and QC tools.

Working knowledge of Quality Management Systems (such as ISO 9001 or IATF 16949).

Soft Skills: Strong attention to detail, analytical problem-solving, basic computer literacy for reporting, and clear communication to coordinate with shop-floor teams.

License

A valid light-motor-vehicle/two-wheeler driving license is frequently required for road-testing vehicles.

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Is this for vehicle manufacturing (OEM/assembly plant) or a service center/dealership (PDI/repair quality)?

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Pay

₹18,400.00 - ₹63,000.00 per month

Benefits

Food provided

Work Location

In person