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Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

• Drive Launch and development of BOM parts for India and global sourcing programs – successful launch of 12 new programs involving multiple parts in the last 2 years.• Lead Quality function and meet the Quality metrics for Customer, Inhouse and Suppliers – Target of less than 50 PPM, Op Ex - first pass yield of >95%, Lean Business System score of >3.• Problem solving though DMAIC approach, effective usage of Lean tools.• Develop and maintain a strong relationship with vendor partners.• Guide a team of 10 quality personnel to align the deliverables of all Quality verticals and project timelines.• Responsible for APQP, successful development, on time PPAP and safe Launch of parts with different manufacturing processes including sheet metal, Forgings, castings, machining, tubes, and Heavy engineering projects. Launched more than 300 different parts successfully.o Cab tilt systems (Hydraulic cylinder, Pump and Latch for commercial vehicles)o Air flow management (EGR valves, Throttle valves for emission control) for off highway vehicleso Power Take Off (PTO) shafts for global and domestic markets.o Heavy engineering projects for ship dry docking.• Executing cost reduction programs by risk mitigation, developing capable alternate source and meeting cost target expectations of >3% of sales value.• Supplier rationalization and consolidation to have better leverage.• Lead a team of interdepartmental personnel in effective implementation of 4M change process within as well as outside organization. Responsible for smooth execution and implementation of the planned changes. • Evaluated suppliers and responsible for Supplier selection. Supplier risk assessment audits were carried out to access the supplier capabilities for meeting the systems and product requirements. Introduced 35 suppliers into the list.

Chennai Area, India

• ANPQP reviews, develop and successful launch of sheet metal, Rubber and plastic components. Around 60 parts were developed and launched with on time PPAP approvals.• Successful transfer of projects – Zero defects during SOP plus 3 months production phase.• Conduct audits at the supplier location as per the Nissan requirement and follow-up for closure of all the action items. Around 8 suppliers were onboard.• Establish proper process controls at suppliers to deliver consistent quality levels. Supplier audits/improvements were carried out to maintain score of >80% levels

Bengaluru Area, India

• Supplier evaluation, selection, and risk assessment. Onboarded 10 new suppliers into the system.• APQP reviews, 100% PPAP approvals and safe launch.• Lead the development of critical sheet metal parts used for latches and window regulators involving progressive and stage tools. More than 100 types of parts were introduced.• Actively participated in the product design reviews both internally as well as with the suppliers. Coordinating with center of expertise in implementation of 4M changes• CAPA Implementation and 100% successful closure.• Conducted process audits and special process at different vendors.

Bengaluru Area, India

Supplier Quaity management

Bengaluru Area, India

• On-site supplier system and special process audits on quality, production processes, record retention systems, and work procedures to qualify as accredited vendors. 18 suppliers were inducted into the system.• Reviewed supplier ratings for compliance with established limits and installed system improvements to sustain them. Supplier PPM levels less than 200 PPM were maintained.• Facilitated internal quality control programs and audits, developed, and administered policies/procedures database supporting ISO-14001 standards.• Integral part of the team in carrying out Toyota’s Global project of “Elimination of Hazardous Substances”. Effectively executed the changeover to Nonhazardous substances in all the products supplied.Product Design and Development/Product testing and evaluation• Development of new parts during project phase – 100% on time development to meet project timeline.• 4M change implementation with vendors to achieve better quality, productivity and cost in the product and processes.• Enhanced the process/part reliability based on the testing and evaluation.• Received training in testing and evaluating the transmissions in the vehicle.