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I am an accomplished Quality Management and Business Excellence Expert with a robust background in the Automotive and Equipment Manufacturing sectors. My career spans over two decades, during which I have honed my skills in enhancing customer satisfaction, preventing quality issues, and optimizing team performance to drive organizational growth.Professional JourneyCG Power and Industrial Solutions Ltd. (Since March 2024) As an Assistant Manager in the Engineering Department, I lead initiatives in Customer Quality, Manufacturing Quality, Supplier Quality, and Quality Systems. My role involves implementing strategic quality plans, managing comprehensive quality control processes, and ensuring compliance with industry standards through rigorous audits and inspections.Inspros Engineering Pvt. Ltd. (June 2021 - February 2024) In my tenure as Assistant Manager-Quality Head, I spearheaded Supplier Quality, Quality System, New Product Development, and Customer Quality initiatives. I successfully reduced defects at the quality gate from 25 to 12, planned and conducted internal audits, and collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure the seamless integration of quality systems and processes.Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. (May 2004 - March 2021) Serving as Senior Executive in the Quality Department, I led a quality team and managed Supplier Quality, Quality System, and Final Product Quality. I was instrumental in resolving critical issues, enhancing Total Employee Involvement through Kaizen, and contributing to the successful completion of significant projects like BS6, GAZA, N77, and TS69.Core CompetenciesQuality Management System (QMS): I have extensive experience with IATF-16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 9001 standards. My expertise includes quality assurance financial management, SPC, MSA, PPAP, APQP, and internal audits.Operational & Process Excellence: My strategic planning and implementation skills have consistently improved business performance. I excel in process analysis, reducing warranty claims, and enhancing productivity and profitability.Supplier Quality Management: With experience managing over 70 suppliers, I specialize in Sheet Metal, Welding, and Fabrication processes. My leadership in supplier quality assurance has significantly reduced quality oversight incidents and improved compliance.Team Management & Leadership: Leading and mentorship cross-functional teams, I focus on root cause analysis, corrective actions, and fostering professional growth to achieve quality