Quality Inspector at CFAO Motors Kenya limited (Formerly Toyota Kenya)

JOB PURPOSE 

• This role involves ensuring the quality of vehicles during the assembly process by conducting thorough inspections at various stages of production, managing documentation, providing real-time feedback to assembly teams, and implementing corrective actions to minimize defects and improve processes. If any issues are found, they are either rectified immediately or noted down and escalated for resolution.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOB 

Operational Responsibilities 

Quality Control of Inline Assembly Processes and Workmanship:

• Conduct inspections at various stages of vehicle assembly to ensure compliance with OEM specifications and quality standards.
• Approve or reject components and assemblies based on quality criteria.
• Identify and document defects found during the assembly process.

Assembly Documentation Management:

• Print and issue each vehicle’s documentation to the assembly line.
• Ensure assembly line technicians accurately fill in all details in the provided check sheets.

Data Collection and Analysis:

• Collect data on inspection results and defect rates throughout the assembly line.
• Analyze data to identify trends, root causes of defects, and areas for improvement.
• Maintain detailed records of inspections and test results.

Feedback and Defect Rate Reporting:

• Provide immediate feedback to assembly team members and supervisors regarding quality issues.
• Prepare and submit daily defect reports to the Quality Assurance Coordinator and other relevant team members.
• Communicate quality findings and recommendations to relevant stakeholders.

Process Improvement:

• Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance quality and efficiency in the assembly line.
• Develop and refine inspection check sheets to ensure consistency in quality checks.
• Collaborate with production teams to implement corrective actions and preventive measures.

Defect Reduction and RCA:

• Conduct root cause analysis on severe and repetitive defects discovered during end-of-line inspections/product audits.
• Implement corrective actions and monitor their effectiveness in reducing defects.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards throughout the assembly process.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum level of academic and professional qualification required to perform effectively in the role
• Degree/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (preferably Automotive, Production, or Manufacturing Engineering).
• Certification in quality control is a strong advantage.
• Proven experience in vehicle inspections in a busy automobile manufacturing plant.
• Must be an experienced driver.
• Minimum level of experience required to perform effectively in the role
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Quality Control, preferably in vehicle assembly.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Internal customers 

• General Manager
• Production Manager
• Logistics Manager
• Quality Manager
• Product Auditors
• Quality Inspectors
• Paint-shop Manager
• Finance department
• Human Resource Department

External Customers 

• Customers
• Dealers
• Service providers
• Special Product developers
• OEMs

COMPETENCIES

Technical Skills

• Basic knowledge of vehicle assembly and quality inspection processes.
• Foundational automotive technical knowledge.
• Understanding of basic assembly standards.
• General knowledge of production sequences and processes.

Functional Skills

• Solid analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to perform basic data analysis and reporting.
• Problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to process improvement.
• Ability to write reports.
• Developing presentation skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Behavioral Skills

• Business Acumen – Understands core business operations and industry trends, policies, and practices.
• Flexibility and adaptability in managing various tasks.
• Perspective – Can understand and discuss different aspects of an issue and foresee potential outcomes.
• Basic technical learning – Ability to quickly understand new industry and product knowledge.
• Quality decisions – Makes sound decisions based on analysis and judgment.
• Problem solving – Uses logic and methods to find effective solutions for challenges, provides honest feedback.
• Interpersonal skills – Relates well with people at all levels; self-aware.
• Organizational positioning skills – Understands the organization’s structure and internal politics.
• Energy and drive – Seizes opportunities, takes timely actions, and sees tasks through to completion.
• Integrity and trust – Presents truth appropriately, keeps confidence, admits mistakes.