Quality Control Engineer

About the Role

Castal Dies and Tools is seeking a seasoned Quality Control Engineer specialized in Tool Room Manufacturing to join our Quality / Inspection department. Based in Bhosari, Pune, this full-time role requires 2 to 5 years of relevant experience and focuses on dimensional inspection, quality validation, and measurement analysis to ensure components meet drawing and customer specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute in-process quality inspections throughout various manufacturing phases in the tool room.
• Conduct final inspections on dies, moulds, tools, fixtures, and precision parts.
• Operate and program Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) for dimensional checks and generate reports aligned with engineering drawings and customer needs.
• Utilize 3D scanning tools and software alongside PolyWorks for scan data processing, alignment, comparison, and quality reporting.
• Use precision instruments such as Vernier calipers, micrometers, height gauges, bore and dial gauges for dimensional inspections.
• Interpret 2D engineering drawings, including GD&T, tolerances, and specifications.
• Identify quality discrepancies, dimensional deviations, and defects in manufacturing outputs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional manufacturing teams including Tool Room, Production, CNC, VMC, EDM, and Wire Cut to address and resolve quality concerns.
• Provide feedback on dimensional adjustments and process enhancements to manufacturing teams.
• Maintain comprehensive quality documentation including inspection, measurement, and rejection reports.
• Support root-cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive measures for quality issues.
• Ensure calibration and correct use of all inspection and measuring devices.
• Maintain adherence to quality standards and customer specifications.
• Assist in customer inspections and manage quality-related documentation as needed.

Requirements

• Mandatory prior work experience in Tool Room Manufacturing quality control.
• Proficiency in CMM operation and CMM software usage.
• Experience with 3D scanning equipment and software.
• Strong working knowledge of PolyWorks software.
• Extensive background in in-process inspection methodologies.
• Good grasp of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and engineering drawings comprehension.
• Expertise in inspecting tools, dies, moulds, fixtures, jigs, and precision components.
• Familiarity with precision measuring instruments and quality inspection techniques.
• Ability to analyze measurement data and compile detailed inspection reports.
• Diploma, BE, or B.Tech degree in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, or related fields.
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong communication and coordination skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.