Mechanical Quality Engineer

Job Title Quality Line Inspector Bright Bar Division Department Quality Assurance / Quality Control Reporting To Quality Engineer / QA Manager / Production Head Job Purpose To ensure bright bars meet customer, drawing, and standard specifications by carrying out in-process and final inspections across peeling, grinding, straightening, polishing, and packing stages. Roles & Responsibilities1. Incoming & In-Process Inspection

• Verify raw material grade, heat number, and mill test certificates (MTC)
• Inspect material during:
  • Peeling
  • Centerless grinding
  • Straightening
  • Polishing
• Monitor diameter, ovality, surface finish, straightness, and chamfer
• Ensure process parameters are followed as per SOP

2. Dimensional & Visual Inspection

• Measure:
  • Diameter (micrometer, snap gauge)
  • Straightness (straight edge / V-block)
  • Surface defects (scratches, laps, cracks, pits)
• Perform 100% visual inspection for surface quality
• Check bar length, end finishing, and rust prevention

3. Final Inspection & Dispatch Approval

• Conduct final inspection before packing
• Ensure correct:
  • Bar size & tolerance
  • Grade marking
  • Heat number traceability
• Approve material for dispatch or rejection

4. Documentation & Records

• Maintain:
  • In-process inspection reports
  • Final inspection reports
  • Rejection and rework records
• Update inspection logs and shift reports
• Support ISO 9001 / IATF / customer audits

5. Non-Conformance & Corrective Action

• Identify non-conforming material
• Issue rejection tags / hold notes
• Coordinate with production for:
  • Rework
  • Root cause analysis
• Follow corrective & preventive actions (CAPA)

Key Quality Parameters (Bright Bar Specific)

• Diameter tolerance (h9 / h11 / customer spec)
• Surface roughness (Ra value if required)
• Straightness (mm / meter)
• Ovality & taper
• Decarburization (if applicable)
• Visual defects (peel marks, grinding lines)

Instruments Handled

• Outside Micrometer
• Snap Gauge / Go-No Go Gauge
• Vernier Caliper
• Dial Indicator
• Straight Edge & V-Block
• Surface roughness comparator (if applicable)

Qualifications

• ITI / Diploma / BSc (Physics/Maths/Metallurgy)
• Freshers and 2 5 years experience in Bright Bar / Steel / Auto Component industry

Preferable - Skills Required