▷ (13 / 10 / 2025) Quality Control Inspector - Castings

We are seeking a QC cum Project Expeditor to oversee and monitor multiple casting projects with our sub-vendors in Rajkot. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Quality Control or Production within an Investment Casting Foundry, coupled with hands-on experience in coordinating and expediting project deliverables. This role requires technical expertise, vendor management skills, and a proactive approach to ensuring timely, compliant, and cost-effective execution of casting projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Quality Assurance & Control
• Monitor and inspect casting processes at sub-vendors to ensure adherence to drawings, specifications, and quality standards (ASTM, ASME, NACE, customer-specific requirements).
• Conduct dimensional checks, visual inspections, and material verification (MTC review, chemical & mechanical properties).
• Coordinate and witness NDT activities (RT, UT, DP, MPI) as per project requirements.
• Verify heat treatment cycles, surface finishing, and metallurgical compliance.
• Ensure compliance with project-specific ITPs, QAPs, and customer-approved procedures.
• Project Expediting & Vendor Coordination
• Track project schedules with sub-vendors and ensure timely progress at each stage (pattern making, wax assembly, shell building, pouring, fettling, machining, inspection, dispatch).
• Expedite critical activities and resolve bottlenecks by working closely with vendor production teams.
• Regularly report project status, highlighting risks and delays with corrective action plans.
• Ensure sub-vendors maintain documentation, test records, and certifications as per contract requirements.
• Documentation & Reporting
• Prepare daily / weekly inspection and expediting reports for management.
• Review and verify vendor documentation including dimensional reports, MTCs, heat treatment charts, and NDT reports.
• Support in preparation of dispatch clearance notes and final release documents.
• Stakeholder Communication
• Act as the on-ground representative between our company and sub-vendors in Rajkot.
• Coordinate with internal QC, Engineering, and Procurement teams to resolve technical queries and expedite approvals.
• Liaise with client representatives during inspections and audits.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education : Diploma / Degree in Mechanical / Metallurgical Engineering or equivalent technical qualification.

Experience : 5–7 years in Investment Casting Foundry operations, preferably in QC, Production, or Project Expediting roles.

Technical Skills :

Soft Skills :