QA/QC Supervisor

Control the quality of material, process and finish product to meet customer requirements. Support all relevant activities by co-operating or leading the process to drive continuous improvement in the organization. The QC Engineer role is a vital position in determining the quality of powder every production batch manufactured in the plant. The role requires discipline in maintaining the outmost integrity in evaluating the result of the production batches objectively through the standard test as required in the product. EHS and 5S are critical to ensure the safety of all personnel and maintain the standards in the plant and it must be complied with by the incumbent. The incumbent should possess some knowledge or skill in powder coating making, powder technology or chemical and have previously worked in a manufacturing plant in production or quality control.

Scope of Work

• Promote the EHS environment in the organization. Follow and support EHS KPI.

• Improve QC accuracy with zero SSPL and complaint cause from QC miss interpretation on the result.

• Ensure the retain sample accuracy

• Coordinate and support new product development activity related to product quality. Coordinate with process engineers to achieve first lot control process

• Improve the NCR/CAIR close rate as required and identify all NCR/CAIR with root cause and action on time

• Maintain the system to comply with ISO requirements.

• Adopt quality protocol and support the activity related to QC process.

• Work across departments to drive / improve First Run Capability

• Housekeeping and 5S per standard requirements.

Core Responsibilities:

• Tracking the material performance and co-operating with all concerns section to improve/ solving the material concerns.

• Assure the product quality consists of customer requirements.

• Lead the investigation for product quality problems, determine root cause, gather and analyze data and implement corrective action to reduce or eliminate cause.

• Perform product and process evaluations to identify areas for improvement. Recommend solutions to identified problems. Implement approved changes using sound quality engineering principles and fully document requirements on a timely basis.

• Routinely review regular inspection data and prepare statistical and operational performance reports.

• Monitor and perform quality activities to support First Lot Control process.

• Manage the hold inventory by working with relevant departments. Drive on reduction and identify the prevention plan.

• Review the stock shelf life in advance to ensure the stock is life and ready to use without any issue.

• Maintain the measurement is in ready to use condition by following the measurement system analysis and calibration principles to comply with the ISO9001, IATF 16949 requirements.

Requirement / Qualifications

Skill & Experience Required

• Minimum Degree in relevant discipline

• Knowledge in chemicals Industries

• Knowledge / Qualification in Lean Six Sigma will be added advantage.

• Minimum 2 years working experience in manufacturing plant preferably in powder coating industry & QC function

• Able to communicate with a larger team internal and external country both in local language and English.

Accountability

• Responsible for the quality of every complete batch

• Responsible for the EHS and 5S in the work area

Major Problems and Challenges

• Product quality nonconformance – cause identification & problem solving

• Variation in workload daily

• To be able to multi-tasking

• Good communication and negotiation skills

• Making decision on solving nonconformance products

Autonomy & Authority

• Releasing product quality based on test results

About us: 

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™ 

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X. 

The PPG Way 2030  

We are customer champions 

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow. 

We act with purpose and speed 

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.  

We are excellent operators 

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.   

We compete to win 

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths. 

We are PPG proud 

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world. 

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to  https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.  

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.  

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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.  
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.  Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. 

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