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About Zeno An unprecedented energy transition has begun. To meet 2040 net-zero goals, over 2 billion electric two-wheelers must be sold and $11 trillion in fuel consumption replaced. Zeno is building a tech platform to electrify this two-wheeler market, currently responsible for more than 4% of global GHG emissions. With a mission to accelerate the energy transition and democratize the benefits across Africa, India, and Latin America, Zeno is building a fundamentally better electric motorcycle and an integrated battery-swap network starting with East Africa.The Role Zeno is seeking an Initial Quality Checker (4–6 years' experience) to lead incoming inspection, first-level quality verification, and component-level compliance checks for all proprietary and standard parts entering prototype, pilot, and production assembly lines. This role ensures that only high-quality, specification-aligned components enter the manufacturing process, maintaining strong quality foundations for vehicle builds.What You’ll Do Incoming Material Inspection • Conduct detailed visual, dimensional, and functional inspection of incoming materials and sub-assemblies. • Use precision instruments such as vernier calipers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, go/no-go gauges, surface plates, torque tool, and CMM. • Verify parts against engineering drawings, tolerances, standards, and technical specifications. Quality Documentation & Reporting • Prepare IQC AOI sheets and their continous revisions in line with design team w.r.t. CTQ parameters for regular & required part inspection. • Prepare inspection reports, NCRs, deviation notes, and daily incoming inspection logs. • Ensure accurate ERP (SAP/Odoo) updates for accepted, rejected, and pending materials. • Maintain documentation required for audits, supplier reviews, and quality compliance.Defect Identification & Issue Resolution • Identify and classify defects, assign defect codes, and escalate repetitive issues. • Work closely with quality engineers for root-cause analysis and immediate containment actions. • Support line teams with real-time resolution of incoming quality issues.Support for Prototype, Pilot, and Mass Builds • Assist with component validation for prototype and pilot builds. • Provide feedback to engineering on design-related issues and assembly fitment concerns. • Ensure only approved parts move ahead in the build process.Quality Standards & Compliance • Ensure compliance with quality standards, measurements, and traceability requirements. • Support calibration, material testing coordination, and audit readiness. • Implement best practices for safe handling, storage, and segregation of accepted/rejected parts.Cross-Functional Coordination • Work with stores, production, supplier quality, and engineering teams on quality-related topics. • Follow up with suppliers through SQE for material replacements, corrections, and corrective actions.What You Bring • 4–6 years of experience in incoming quality inspection, component QC, or quality checking in automotive, EV, manufacturing, or precision engineering industries. • Strong command over measurement techniques and hands-on expertise with metrology tools. • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, tolerances, and basic GD&T. • Experience inspecting metal, plastic, chassis, electrical, and mechanical components. • ERP proficiency (SAP/Odoo) and strong documentation discipline. • Practical exposure to PPAP, sampling plans, defect classification, and quality control processes. • Strong focus on accuracy, detail orientation, and repeatability in inspection. • Willing harness to work on the shop floor and handle dynamic build schedules. • Ability to relocate to Bengaluru.You Have • A strong quality-first mindset with high ownership. • Good communication and coordination skills. • Ability to work efficiently in fast-paced, evolving environments. • Proactive identification of issues and structured problem-solving abilities. • Flexibility to support urgent inspection needs and prototype timelines. • Positive attitude and ability to collaborate across teams.Benefits • Competitive salary aligned with experience. • Company-sponsored healthcare plan. • Opportunity to build the initial-quality backbone for a next-generation EV platform. • Be part of a mission-driven team shaping the future of electric mobility.