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CFAO Motors Kenya limited Formerly Toyota Kenya
Quality Inspector

Cfao Motors Kenya Limited Formerly Toyota Kenya

Nairobi | Full Time | Engineering / Technical

Closing in 5 days from now

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOB

Operational Responsibilities

Quality Control of Inline and EOL 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 assembled units based on quality criteria.
  • Identify and document defects found during the assembly process.
  • Coordinate daily activities and schedules with the inspection team to ensure seamless operations.
  • Conduct daily product audits on all vehicles to ensure they meet OEM standards.
  • Oversee functional and dynamic tests, including wheel alignment, brake tests, and road tests, to ensure vehicles meet OEM specifications.

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.
  • Ensure all checklists and vehicle records are well filed and stored in the KVM archives building.

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 and Kaizen activities:

  • 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.
  • Follow up on rework procedures and ensure timely resolution of quality issues.

Initiation of Internal Campaigns:

  • Initiate internal campaigns as containment actions when repetitive or critical defects are identified.
  • Coordinate with production teams to address and resolve issues promptly.
  • Track the progress and effectiveness of campaigns to prevent recurrence of defects.

Daily and weekly Reporting:

  • Share daily product audit reports and inspection results with the team, including weighted DPV Defects Per Vehicle results.
  • Submit comprehensive product audit reports to the plant and relevant customers.
  • Share daily WIP Work In Progress reports with throughput of ready units.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum level of academic and professional qualification required to perform effectively in the role
  • Diploma/Degree 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.

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