Quality Manager

Company Description PA FOOTWEAR PVT LTD is a footwear manufacturing company based in Chennai, known for producing a range of quality products for diverse customer segments. The company focuses on durable, comfortable, and well-designed footwear, supported by efficient production processes. It strives to maintain consistent product standards through structured quality control and continuous improvement initiatives. Team members are encouraged to contribute ideas that enhance product reliability and customer satisfaction. The organization values professionalism, collaboration, and a safe working environment.
Role Description The Quality Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Chennai, responsible for overseeing all quality assurance and quality control activities in the footwear manufacturing process. The role involves developing and maintaining quality standards, procedures, and inspection plans for raw materials, in-process production, and finished goods. Day-to-day tasks include monitoring quality metrics, leading root-cause analysis for defects, coordinating corrective and preventive actions, and ensuring compliance with internal and external quality requirements. The Quality Manager will collaborate closely with production, design, procurement, and supply chain teams to reduce defects, optimize processes, and improve product consistency. This role also includes training and guiding team members on quality practices, preparing reports and documentation, and supporting audits and customer quality evaluations.
Qualifications
Strong knowledge of quality management principles, including quality planning, assurance, and control in a manufacturing environment.
Experience with process improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement techniques.
Ability to develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs), inspection guidelines, and quality documentation.
Proficiency in data analysis, root-cause analysis, and use of quality tools (e.g., Pareto charts, control charts, cause-and-effect diagrams).
Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and guide quality staff.
Attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to make informed decisions under time constraints.
Experience in footwear, apparel, or related manufacturing industry is highly beneficial.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Production, or a related field; relevant certifications in quality or auditing are an advantage.
Familiarity with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and customer-specific quality expectations.

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