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• Ensure compound (internal/external mix, inclusive of formulation, mixing, and processing parameter) and stock preparation components are released following Goodyear Spec/Standard• Manage laboratory operation and testing compliance within Goodyear standards.• Ensure correct cure time and cure level assigned, and tire is released and cured complying to Goodyear Standard per thermocouple assignment & cure level• Drive MDPO, tire weight & cost-saving initiative in mixing and preparation division through tactical weight and reformulation initiatives. Drive process improvement and waste reduction initiatives through partnership within all functions in the business center• Establish review and tracking and drive improvement follow-up initiatives in the business center to meet Quality Objectives, and be in compliance with Goodyear Standard (PPQ requirement), and meeting regulator/Customer requirements• Drive and build a competent team in the business center through training, coaching, certification/recertification. Maintain partnership with business center counterpart to achieve plant & quality objectives cost-effectively and safely

• Developed and analyzed quality control processes and deliverables to determine present standards and establish recommended action plans.• Updated quality control standards, methods and procedures to meet compliance requirements.( ISO 9001 & IATF 16949)• Followed quality standards and procedures to minimize errors and maximize customer satisfaction.• Collaborated with stakeholders to verify delivery of desired quality requirements to distributors.• Oversaw quality department by supervising daily operations, providing technical support and coordinating personnel.• Conducted audit inspections and independent checks to verify parts and materials.• Increased customer satisfaction through adherence to quality standards and customer requirements.• Evaluated quality problems and performed assessments to identify and resolve issues• Led Kaizen activities, quality-assurance projects and enhancing productivity projects

• Devised and implemented best quality practices and processes for product development.• Interfaced with suppliers, inspectors and clients to resolve outstanding non-conformance issues prior to shipment.• Prepared, documented and executed detailed test plans, test cases and defect reports.• Performed and coordinated inspections and determined quality assurance testing models of raw materials and finished products.• Supported root cause and data analysis for defect reduction and process yield improvement.• Determined root cause of deviations and non-conforming results and implemented appropriate corrective and preventive actions throughout product development process.• Recorded and organized test data for report generation and analysis.• Interpreted test results by comparing to established specifications and control limits, making recommendations on appropriateness of data for release.• Reduce customer complaints from stakeholder from average 40 cases to less than 10 cases. (75% reduction). Internal KPI target revised to 10 years annually.

• Liaised with company executives and project managers to acquire resources to move projects forward.Delivered regular compliance reports to drive process improvement and corrective measures.• Reviewed progress controls for project quality assurance.• Monitored metrics during project execution to maintain compliance with planned costs.• Material localization from oversea material/ child parts to local for cost saving activity.• Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.• Planned and managed engineering projects and continuous improvement programs to reduce labor and costs.• Establish product tree BOM in system for future ordering process.• Achievement: Manage to localize child parts exported from Europe to Malaysian supplier.