QC Engineer

Job Description

1. **Incoming Raw Material Inspection**

* **I**nspect incoming raw materials Brazing wire, flux chemicals, minerals, and packing materials.

* Verify Mill Test Certificates (MTC) / Certificates of Analysis (COA) against specifications.

* Conduct visual and dimensional checks of core wire and raw materials.

* Ensure proper identification, traceability, and segregation of accepted/rejected materials.

* Raise Non-Conformance Reports (NCR) for rejected materials.

**2. In-Process Quality Control**

* Review of special process records.

* Drying and DHR cycles (temperature \& time) review.

* Ensure adherence to approved process parameters and work instructions.

* Perform routine inspections for coating uniformity, cracks, and surface defects.

* Control and record process deviations.

**3. Finished Product Inspection \& Testing**

* Inspect finished electrodes for:

* Length, diameter, coating thickness

* Coating adhesion and integrity

* Surface finish and marking

* Conduct or coordinate mechanical and welding tests such as:

* Tensile strength

* Bend test

* Elongation

* Weldability and arc stability

* Verify compliance with applicable standards (AWS / IS / EN).

* Approve or reject batches based on test results.

**4. Laboratory Testing \& Equipment Control**

* Review routine lab testing of raw materials and finished electrodes test results.

* Ensure proper handling and preparation of test samples.

* Maintain and monitor calibration status of testing instruments.

* Ensure accuracy and repeatability of test results.

**5. Documentation \& Record Keeping**

* Maintain accurate records of:

* Incoming inspection reports

* In-process inspection logs

* Final inspection and test reports

* Ensure full batch traceability from raw material to finished product.

* Prepare daily, weekly, and batch quality reports.

* Follow document control requirements as per ISO 9001.

**6. Non-Conformance \& Corrective Actions**

* Identify and report non-conforming products and processes.

* Assist in root cause analysis (RCA) of defects.

* Support implementation and verification of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

* Ensure proper disposition of rejected materials (rework/scrap).

**7. QA Support \& Audit Participation**

* Support QA team during internal and external audits.

* Ensure inspection records and documents are audit-ready.

* Assist in preparation of quality dossiers and compliance reports.

**8. Customer \& Trial Support**

* Support sample preparation and testing for customer approvals.

* Assist in investigation of customer complaints and provide data/report support.

**9. Safety \& Shopfloor Discipline**

* Ensure compliance with safety practices in production and lab areas.

* Monitor proper usage of PPE (gloves, masks, safety shoes, etc.).

* Follow safe handling of chemicals and hot materials.

* Maintain good housekeeping and 5S practices.

**10. Continuous Improvement**

* Suggest improvements in process control and inspection methods.

* Work towards reducing defects, rework, and process variations.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives.