Senior Manager - Quality at BorgWarner

Thiruvallur, Tamil Nadu, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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AutomotiveIndustries

Requirements

Leadership experience in driving quality functions (Customer Quality, In Process Quality, Supplier Quality, Systems and Process Improvement)
Expertise in defining and deploying quality vision, policy, and objectives aligned to business and customer goals
Knowledge of Quality Management Systems compliant with IATF 16949, ISO, and customer-specific requirements
Proficiency in APQP activities (DFMEA/PFMEA review, control plans, MSA, SPC, capability studies)
Experience with PPAP submission packages and validation (dimensional, material, performance, process)
Skills in structured problem solving (8D, root cause analysis, CAPA)
Ability to monitor KPIs (PPM, rejection, rework, warranty cost, COPQ, audit scores)
Familiarity with continuous improvement tools (Kaizen, Poka-Yoke, lean initiatives)
Experience in supplier quality management (PPAP approval, audits, development)
Strong people development and mentoring skills for quality teams, including training on IATF core tools

Responsibilities

Lead the quality organization (QA, QC, SQA, warranty, systems) and foster a problem-solving, data-driven culture
Establish, maintain, and improve the Quality Management System compliant with IATF 16949, ISO, and customer requirements
Ensure successful internal/external audits and close nonconformities with robust CAPA
Oversee APQP activities for new parts and engineering changes
Approve PPAP/submission packages to OEMs
Monitor in-process quality performance and ensure effective manufacturing controls
Lead structured problem solving for internal rejections, field failures, and customer complaints
Act as primary quality interface with OEMs for audits, complaints, approvals, and scorecards
Drive warranty reduction and field performance improvement through analysis and cross-functional plans
Oversee supplier quality performance, development, and qualification with sourcing/engineering
Define and track key quality KPIs
Lead continuous improvement and lean initiatives to reduce defects, variation, and COPQ
Build and mentor a high-performing quality team with relevant training

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

IATF 16949ISOAPQPDFMEAPFMEAPPAPMSASPC8DRoot Cause AnalysisCAPAQuality Management SystemSupplier QualityCustomer QualityWarranty ManagementKPI Tracking

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the Senior Manager - Quality position?

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Is this a remote position or does it require on-site work?

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What key skills and experiences are required for this role?

The role requires expertise in IATF 16949, ISO systems, APQP core tools (DFMEA/PFMEA, control plans, MSA, SPC), PPAP submissions, structured problem solving (8D, root cause analysis), and supplier quality management.

What is the company culture like for the quality team?

The culture emphasizes developing a strong problem-solving, data-driven environment, building and mentoring a high-performing quality team, and leading continuous improvement initiatives like Kaizen and Poka-Yoke.

What makes a strong candidate for this Senior Manager role?

Strong candidates will have leadership experience in quality functions (QA, QC, SQA, warranty), deep knowledge of automotive standards like IATF 16949 and core tools, and a track record in driving KPIs, audits, and cross-functional improvements.