Job Description – Quality Assurance Engineer
The Quality Assurance Engineer is part of the Quality and Sustainability team at VOICE Pune and is responsible for quality assurance activities within the Distribution Domain - Supply business function of North America region. The role ensures that all items delivered to project teams meet defined specifications, quality standards, and operational requirements. It involves close collaboration with the North America Quality Assurance team within the Distribution Domain.
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Metallurgy or Automobile Engineering with <10 years of related field/site and product quality experience.
Essential Functions (Job Duties and Responsibilities):
Work on solving quality issues reported by Project Execution, Site Management, and Customers related to site installation, projects execution, distribution centres, and suppliers.
Coordinates cross-functional resolution of site quality issues by driving Omnitracker incidents, SCAR, SIH - JIRA, and 8D problem-solving to ensure timely containment, root cause analysis, and prevention of recurrence.
Implements and follows up on containment and corrective actions for non-conforming issues, reports actions taken, and escalates systemic issues where required.
Monitors progress on incidents and corrective actions, ensures closure of open issues, and maintains effective communication with site teams, stakeholders, the SPOC, and internal functions such as sourcing and ordering.
Supports logistics quality assurance activities at the North America Distribution Centre (NADC), to ensure materials are handled and delivered in line with Vanderlande quality standards. Resolve incidents reported by sites related to logistics issues.
Creates and maintains quality reports and documentation, and analyzes trends across sites, supply centres, and supplier performance using field data.
Identifies and drives process improvements to strengthen quality assurance, improve workflows, and enhance product, logistics, and supplier quality performance.
Technical Skills:
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications, including GD&T, ASME Y14.5, and AWS/ISO weld symbols.
Knowledge of inspection equipment, calibration requirements, and measurement system analysis tools such as Gage R&R and MSA.
Experience with dimensional and form inspection methods, including inspection limits and correction techniques.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as laser cutting, bending, welding, coating, machining, and casting.
Knowledge of Quality Management Systems, including ISO 9001, and assessment and audit techniques.
Knowledge of structured problem-solving and root cause analysis methods, including 8D and 5 Why.
Knowledge of First Article and approval processes, including PPAP, PSW, FMEA, Control Plans, and work instructions.Proficient in Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Power BI.
Sound knowledge of tools such as JIRA and Hubble/JD Edwards ERP is an advantage.
Experience in working on the Logistics Quality issues.
Interpersonal and soft skills (Competencies):
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to interact effectively with peers, managers, and other stakeholders.
Able to present information clearly and provide constructive feedback to colleagues in a professional and effective manner.
Actively shares knowledge and work experience with peers, supporting team learning and continuous development.
Demonstrates initiative, motivation, and ownership within assigned processes, with the ability to work independently and take responsibility for results.
Effectively plans, organizes, and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines and achieve objectives efficiently.
Makes sound decisions within assigned responsibilities and takes appropriate action with accountability.
Collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams and supports colleagues across the organization to achieve shared objectives.
Applies structured problem-solving methods such as 8D and contributes effectively to team-based problem resolution.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Metallurgy, or Automobile Engineering
- Less than 10 years of related field/site and product quality experience
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications, including GD&T and ASME Y14.5
- Knowledge of weld symbols (AWS/ISO) and interpretation
- Knowledge of inspection equipment, calibration requirements, and measurement system analysis (Gage R&R, MSA)
- Experience with dimensional and form inspection methods and inspection limits
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes (laser cutting, bending, welding, coating, machining, casting)
- Knowledge of Quality Management Systems including ISO 9001, and audit/assessment techniques
- Structured problem-solving and root cause analysis experience (8D, 5 Why)
- Knowledge of First Article and approval processes (PPAP, PSW), FMEA, Control Plans, work instructions
- Experience driving Omnitracker incidents, SCAR, SIH/JIRA for issue resolution and follow-up
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Power BI
- Experience working on Logistics Quality issues and supporting distribution center QA activities
- Sound knowledge of JIRA and Hubble/JD Edwards ERP
- Strong verbal and written English communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Vanderlande Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Vanderlande and has not been reviewed or approved by Vanderlande.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, with day‑one eligibility in many U.S. roles and employer‑paid protections that reduce out‑of‑pocket exposure. Feedback suggests medical, dental, and vision are a clear strength.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting in the U.S. Feedback suggests this forms a solid pillar of the total rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays are characterized as generous relative to peers. Compressed workweek options in some roles further support time away and recovery.
Vanderlande Insights
What We Do
Vanderlande is the global market leader for future-proof logistic process automation at airports. The company is also a leading supplier of process automation solutions for warehouses and in the parcel market. Vanderlande’s baggage handling systems are capable of moving over 4 billion pieces of baggage around the world per year. Its systems are active in more than 600 airports including 12 of the world’s top 20. More than 52 million parcels are sorted by its systems every day, which have been installed for the world’s leading parcel companies. In addition, many of the largest global e-commerce players and retailers have confidence in Vanderlande’s efficient and reliable solutions. The company focuses on the optimisation of its customers’ business processes and competitive positions. Through close cooperation, it strives for the improvement of their operational activities and the expansion of their logistical achievements. Vanderlande’s extensive portfolio of integrated solutions – innovative systems, intelligent software and life-cycle services – results in the realisation of fast, reliable and efficient automation technology. Established in 1949, Vanderlande has more than 7,500 employees, all committed to moving its customers’ businesses forward at diverse locations on every continent. With a consistently increasing turnover of 1.8 billion euros, it has established a global reputation over the past seven decades as a highly reliable partner for future-proof logistic process automation. Vanderlande was acquired in 2017 by Toyota Industries Corporation, which will help it to continue its sustainable profitable growth. The two companies have a strong strategic match, and the synergies include cross-selling, product innovations, and research and development.
