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

CFAO

  • Kenya
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
Toyota Kenya Limited is the authorized distributor and service provider of Toyota, Yamaha, HINO and Suzuki brands in Kenya. Toyota Kenya Ltd was incorporated in 1997 as a subsidiary by Toyota Tsusho Corporation (TTC) the trading arm of Toyota Motor CorporationQuality InspectorMAIN RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOBOperational ResponsibilitiesQuality 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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