Sr Manager - Quality Control
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Job Description
Are you ready to join a team that's driving the future of lubricants & beyond and setting new industry standards? Discover how our diverse and passionate people at Castrol are shaping the industry - and how you can be part of this journey.
We're seeking talented experts who share our passion for innovation and perfection. Bring your outstanding perspective, collaborative spirit, and challenge our thinking as we continue to own the way in the lubricants market & build businesses beyond lubricants. This is your chance to learn, grow, and thrive in a dynamic and inclusive organization.
Apply now!
Castrol is a global leader in lubricants and part of the bp Group, one of the world's largest energy companies. In India, Castrol is a publicly listed company, leading in the Automotive, Industrial, and Marine lubricant sectors. With iconic brands, relentless innovation, strong customer relationships, and a team of highly motivated employees, we have maintained our market leadership in India for over a century. Our robust manufacturing and distribution network in India helps us reach consumers through more than 135,000 outlets.
At Castrol, success knows no bounds. We offer a fast-paced learning environment where you can develop your career, whether in specialized functions or on a general management track. Castrol India has a proud legacy of championing top talent for leadership roles, both locally and globally.
We are currently looking for Sr Manager - Quality Control with details mentioned below.
Purpose of role:
The Sr. Manager- Quality Control position is a critical position in the plant and reports to General Manager - Silvassa Operations. The incumbent provides support to Plant Manager by leading all the quality function activities in the plant. The role is responsible for maintaining the quality standards of premium automotive and industrial products being produced & filled at Silvassa plant & associated third party sites.
The Sr. Manager- Quality Control is also expected to play a key role in managing cross-functional relationships with other functions within plant and with wider organization stakeholders viz. Procurement, Packaging Development, Central Quality team, Industrial Team, Plant operation HSSE & Engineering team etc.
Key Results/ Accountabilities expected from role :
• Drive the team to continuously improve upon HSE standards of QC laboratory by implementing the bp lab safety standards.
• Responsible for effectively maintaining the product integrity of finished lubricants by providing the ALP approved cost-effective blends for manufacturing & QC testing of finished lubricants as per IP / ASTM / internal standards.
• Responsible for controlling the quality aspects of raw materials viz. base oils, additives & packaging materials.
• Upkeep the quality management standards ISO 9001:2015/IATF 16949:2016 of Silvassa plant & effectively handle the audits.
• Provide support in manufacturing of new products & implementing new packs in co-ordination with ALP, Packaging Development & Procurement.
• To ensure compliance to Q Standard and QA manual requirements in the plant and at 3P's.
• Take complete ownership of genuine customer complaints & implement the effective preventive measures by conducting cross-functional RCA.
• Budget the capital & other laboratory expenses to maintain & upgrade the lab testing facilities used for retaining industry testing standards.
• Actively support the TQM initiatives taken at the plant level.
• Manage quality audits of Third Party and key Blow Moulders.
• Take quality control responsibilities of third-party operation.
• Implement the packaging & blend related cost saving projects undertaken by corporate team at plant level.
• Act as BP Contract Accountable Manager to ensure safe execution of the contracted work while applying the Working with Contractor process throughout for the contract period.
• Act as Risk Owner for risk events as assigned in the facility risk register with accountabilities including proper documentation and assessment the risk event, consulting with subject matter experts as appropriate, assign action owners to reduction measures, monitoring and self-verification of to closure with effectiveness and communication of the importance of the workforce that may be affected.
• Ensure that all procedures falling under the ownership of this role are maintained and reviewed on the agreed frequency, kept up-to-date, Communicate any changes to the procedures that may impact understanding to the affected workforce.
• Act as task owner for applicable compliance tasks assigned. Ensure timely and appropriate completion of tasks, consistent with operational controls, and record these as complete in the compliance task management system.
• Act as response team member for crisis / continuity management, with accountabilities consistent with relevant response plans and as assigned by the response team leader
• In the capacity of Field Inspector, ensure timely completion of Field Inspections as per the annual plan, document all comments in eWells, and ensure appropriate actions to address findings are assigned, documented, and supervised to closure as per the procedure.
5. Key challenges faced on the role : Improve upon its HSSE performance and achieve high standards. Facilitate imbibing the HSSE culture
• Network with Central QC & ALP team to support Quality initiatives for site.
Work closely with India Quality Manager to share standard methodologies & implement Quality initiatives at site in line with requirements
Legal training and Accountabilities :
The person should be trained on following Legal requirements:
• Motor Vehicle Act
• Petroleum Rules
• Contract Labour Act
• Weights & Measures Act
• Factories Act
• Hazardous Waste Management Rules
• Manufacture Storage Import of Hazardous Chemical rules
All Legally required training to be completed as per the Ethics and Compliance calendar and any other mandatory programs as would be assigned from time to time
Educational Qualification / Certification: Should have a post graduate degree or equivalent experience in Chemistry or a graduate in Chemical/Mechanical Engineering.
Knowledge / Experience:
• About 10-12 years post qualification experience in Oil Industry in similar position
• Basic knowledge on statutory requirements like Hazardous Waste Mgt, Petroleum Rules & Contract Labour Acts.
• This position requires good people leadership skills and should be able to lead a team.
• Experience in communicating and collaborating with all levels of the organization and external agencies / contacts including statutory bodies
• Demonstrate ability to manage multiple activities concurrently
• Computer literate - Expert knowledge of MS Project, MS Office specifically Excel. Ability to use and take full advantage of appropriate tools. Knowledge of JDE would be great.
• Experience in ISO / IATF systems.
Language:
Knowledge of Hindi & Gujarati will be an added advantage
Language: Knowledge of English, Hindi & Marathi will be an advantage.
context. Must demonstrate good time management, dealing with conflicting priorities and demands effectively.
• Wise Decisions: Systematically breaks down complex problems to solve them. Must have good judgment and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Partnership and Teamwork: Actively support Team activities and facilitates building team effectiveness between production and maintenance teams. Seeks out sources of knowledge and standard methodologies for team development for building learning culture. communication and interpersonal skills.
• Leadership: Ability to lead teams even where there is no line authority. Must have demonstrated good influencing skills. Demonstrate significant personal autonomy and team leader authority in designated areas. Give specific coaching to others to assist their performance.
• Business awareness- Demonstrates understanding of internal and external customer needs and goes above and beyond.
• Creativity & Innovative: Should be open to new insights and constantly strive to look for and adopt newer ways of doing things in a safe and efficient manner.
This role reports to GM- Silvassa Plant.
Our business is the exploration, production, refining, trading and distribution of energy. This is what we do, and we do it on a truly global scale. With a workforce of 80,000 employees, BP operates with business activities and customers in more than 80 countries across six continents. Every day, we serve millions of customers around the world. We are continually looking for talented, committed and ambitious people to help us shape the face of energy for the future.
Castrol India Limited is the second largest lubricant company in India. We are part of the BP Group - one of the largest companies in the world. Castrol India Limited operates in the Automotive, Industrial and Marine Lubricant sectors and we are market leaders in most segments we choose to be present in. With strong brands, continuous innovation in everything we do, enduring relationships with all stakeholders and passionate and committed people, we have a market leadership position for almost a century in India.
Castrol India Limited is a Public Limited company and operating through four Regional Office and three Manufacturing Plants across India. India focus unit selling lubricants in all four regions and working with Castrol and BP brand. The business supplies products and services for both B2B and B2C business
Global Supply Chain India organization is agile, adaptable, efficient and world-class and comprises of a vibrant high-energy team split across functions of Manufacturing, Planning, Customer Fulfilment, Procurement and Packaging. The Global Supply Chain will aim to achieve market-leading product supply chain operations that are consistent, efficient and innovative so that the business can grow by delivering better customer service, world class supply chain solutions and cost savings.
The five key areas of focus are
• Safety - improving HSSE performance is the top priority at all times
• Partnership - with BUs and suppliers so product supply can match demand
• Performance - becoming more innovative, efficient and productive
• Customers - best solutions for customer service in full, on time, every time
• People - everyone counts and everyone contributes to achieving the goal
Travel Requirement
Up to 25% travel should be expected with this role
Relocation Assistance:
This role is eligible for relocation within country
Remote Type:
This position is not available for remote working
Skills:
Legal Disclaimer:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.
If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.
Job Description
Are you ready to join a team that's driving the future of lubricants & beyond and setting new industry standards? Discover how our diverse and passionate people at Castrol are shaping the industry - and how you can be part of this journey.
We're seeking talented experts who share our passion for innovation and perfection. Bring your outstanding perspective, collaborative spirit, and challenge our thinking as we continue to own the way in the lubricants market & build businesses beyond lubricants. This is your chance to learn, grow, and thrive in a dynamic and inclusive organization.
Apply now!
Castrol is a global leader in lubricants and part of the bp Group, one of the world's largest energy companies. In India, Castrol is a publicly listed company, leading in the Automotive, Industrial, and Marine lubricant sectors. With iconic brands, relentless innovation, strong customer relationships, and a team of highly motivated employees, we have maintained our market leadership in India for over a century. Our robust manufacturing and distribution network in India helps us reach consumers through more than 135,000 outlets.
At Castrol, success knows no bounds. We offer a fast-paced learning environment where you can develop your career, whether in specialized functions or on a general management track. Castrol India has a proud legacy of championing top talent for leadership roles, both locally and globally.
We are currently looking for Sr Manager - Quality Control with details mentioned below.
Purpose of role:
The Sr. Manager- Quality Control position is a critical position in the plant and reports to General Manager - Silvassa Operations. The incumbent provides support to Plant Manager by leading all the quality function activities in the plant. The role is responsible for maintaining the quality standards of premium automotive and industrial products being produced & filled at Silvassa plant & associated third party sites.
The Sr. Manager- Quality Control is also expected to play a key role in managing cross-functional relationships with other functions within plant and with wider organization stakeholders viz. Procurement, Packaging Development, Central Quality team, Industrial Team, Plant operation HSSE & Engineering team etc.
Key Results/ Accountabilities expected from role :
• Drive the team to continuously improve upon HSE standards of QC laboratory by implementing the bp lab safety standards.
• Responsible for effectively maintaining the product integrity of finished lubricants by providing the ALP approved cost-effective blends for manufacturing & QC testing of finished lubricants as per IP / ASTM / internal standards.
• Responsible for controlling the quality aspects of raw materials viz. base oils, additives & packaging materials.
• Upkeep the quality management standards ISO 9001:2015/IATF 16949:2016 of Silvassa plant & effectively handle the audits.
• Provide support in manufacturing of new products & implementing new packs in co-ordination with ALP, Packaging Development & Procurement.
• To ensure compliance to Q Standard and QA manual requirements in the plant and at 3P's.
• Take complete ownership of genuine customer complaints & implement the effective preventive measures by conducting cross-functional RCA.
• Budget the capital & other laboratory expenses to maintain & upgrade the lab testing facilities used for retaining industry testing standards.
• Actively support the TQM initiatives taken at the plant level.
• Manage quality audits of Third Party and key Blow Moulders.
• Take quality control responsibilities of third-party operation.
• Implement the packaging & blend related cost saving projects undertaken by corporate team at plant level.
• Act as BP Contract Accountable Manager to ensure safe execution of the contracted work while applying the Working with Contractor process throughout for the contract period.
• Act as Risk Owner for risk events as assigned in the facility risk register with accountabilities including proper documentation and assessment the risk event, consulting with subject matter experts as appropriate, assign action owners to reduction measures, monitoring and self-verification of to closure with effectiveness and communication of the importance of the workforce that may be affected.
• Ensure that all procedures falling under the ownership of this role are maintained and reviewed on the agreed frequency, kept up-to-date, Communicate any changes to the procedures that may impact understanding to the affected workforce.
• Act as task owner for applicable compliance tasks assigned. Ensure timely and appropriate completion of tasks, consistent with operational controls, and record these as complete in the compliance task management system.
• Act as response team member for crisis / continuity management, with accountabilities consistent with relevant response plans and as assigned by the response team leader
• In the capacity of Field Inspector, ensure timely completion of Field Inspections as per the annual plan, document all comments in eWells, and ensure appropriate actions to address findings are assigned, documented, and supervised to closure as per the procedure.
5. Key challenges faced on the role : Improve upon its HSSE performance and achieve high standards. Facilitate imbibing the HSSE culture
• Network with Central QC & ALP team to support Quality initiatives for site.
Work closely with India Quality Manager to share standard methodologies & implement Quality initiatives at site in line with requirements
Legal training and Accountabilities :
The person should be trained on following Legal requirements:
• Motor Vehicle Act
• Petroleum Rules
• Contract Labour Act
• Weights & Measures Act
• Factories Act
• Hazardous Waste Management Rules
• Manufacture Storage Import of Hazardous Chemical rules
All Legally required training to be completed as per the Ethics and Compliance calendar and any other mandatory programs as would be assigned from time to time
Educational Qualification / Certification: Should have a post graduate degree or equivalent experience in Chemistry or a graduate in Chemical/Mechanical Engineering.
Knowledge / Experience:
• About 10-12 years post qualification experience in Oil Industry in similar position
• Basic knowledge on statutory requirements like Hazardous Waste Mgt, Petroleum Rules & Contract Labour Acts.
• This position requires good people leadership skills and should be able to lead a team.
• Experience in communicating and collaborating with all levels of the organization and external agencies / contacts including statutory bodies
• Demonstrate ability to manage multiple activities concurrently
• Computer literate - Expert knowledge of MS Project, MS Office specifically Excel. Ability to use and take full advantage of appropriate tools. Knowledge of JDE would be great.
• Experience in ISO / IATF systems.
Language:
Knowledge of Hindi & Gujarati will be an added advantage
Language: Knowledge of English, Hindi & Marathi will be an advantage.
context. Must demonstrate good time management, dealing with conflicting priorities and demands effectively.
• Wise Decisions: Systematically breaks down complex problems to solve them. Must have good judgment and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Partnership and Teamwork: Actively support Team activities and facilitates building team effectiveness between production and maintenance teams. Seeks out sources of knowledge and standard methodologies for team development for building learning culture. communication and interpersonal skills.
• Leadership: Ability to lead teams even where there is no line authority. Must have demonstrated good influencing skills. Demonstrate significant personal autonomy and team leader authority in designated areas. Give specific coaching to others to assist their performance.
• Business awareness- Demonstrates understanding of internal and external customer needs and goes above and beyond.
• Creativity & Innovative: Should be open to new insights and constantly strive to look for and adopt newer ways of doing things in a safe and efficient manner.
This role reports to GM- Silvassa Plant.
Our business is the exploration, production, refining, trading and distribution of energy. This is what we do, and we do it on a truly global scale. With a workforce of 80,000 employees, BP operates with business activities and customers in more than 80 countries across six continents. Every day, we serve millions of customers around the world. We are continually looking for talented, committed and ambitious people to help us shape the face of energy for the future.
Castrol India Limited is the second largest lubricant company in India. We are part of the BP Group - one of the largest companies in the world. Castrol India Limited operates in the Automotive, Industrial and Marine Lubricant sectors and we are market leaders in most segments we choose to be present in. With strong brands, continuous innovation in everything we do, enduring relationships with all stakeholders and passionate and committed people, we have a market leadership position for almost a century in India.
Castrol India Limited is a Public Limited company and operating through four Regional Office and three Manufacturing Plants across India. India focus unit selling lubricants in all four regions and working with Castrol and BP brand. The business supplies products and services for both B2B and B2C business
Global Supply Chain India organization is agile, adaptable, efficient and world-class and comprises of a vibrant high-energy team split across functions of Manufacturing, Planning, Customer Fulfilment, Procurement and Packaging. The Global Supply Chain will aim to achieve market-leading product supply chain operations that are consistent, efficient and innovative so that the business can grow by delivering better customer service, world class supply chain solutions and cost savings.
The five key areas of focus are
• Safety - improving HSSE performance is the top priority at all times
• Partnership - with BUs and suppliers so product supply can match demand
• Performance - becoming more innovative, efficient and productive
• Customers - best solutions for customer service in full, on time, every time
• People - everyone counts and everyone contributes to achieving the goal
Travel Requirement
Up to 25% travel should be expected with this role
Relocation Assistance:
This role is eligible for relocation within country
Remote Type:
This position is not available for remote working
Skills:
Legal Disclaimer:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.
If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.
JOB SUMMARY
Sr Manager - Quality Control
bp
Indianapolis
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Full-time
Sr Manager - Quality Control