Ganesh Dharmadhikari

Experience

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  Sharda Motor Industries Ltd

  Nov 2002 - Jan 2006

  Senior Engineer – QA, Nov’ 02-Dec’06

  Products Dealt with: Exhaust System, Catalytic Convertor, Front Suspension assemblyProjects Handled: Exhaust system development for SUV, Sedan and Logan projectI had been catalyst in successful implementation on Logan project, Establishing the quality system at new facility and improving the ASES score for the organization. Implementation of ISO/TS 16949. Was involved in conducting feasibility study, APQP reviews with vendors and inspection standards. Acted as Member of Design Review and PFMEA Team, Conducted production trial run and PPAP approval. Tunjukkan kurang

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  Knorr-Bremse

  Jan 2006 - Feb 2007

  Member – Global Sourcing, Dec’ 06-Feb’ 07

  I prepared Project Master Schedules; was involved in APQP&PPAP readiness reviews with suppliers. Took part in control plan audit, shop floor quality system audits at supplier location as well as supplier facility audit as per QS / TS with Projects Team.

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  Mahindra and Mahindra Limited [Automotive and Farm Equipment Business]

  Jan 2007 - Sept 2010

  Dy. Manager - Supplier Technical Assistance

  Products Dealt with: Chassis (Frame Assy), Exhaust System, Catalytic Convertor, Air Filter, Propeller Shaft, Front Suspension and Rear Suspension Projects Handled: Commercial and Multipurpose Vehicle. During this period, I had outstanding accomplishments in successfully completing the projects as per the pre defined quality standards and stipulated timelines by providing technical assistance and support to the suppliers and team members for removing the quality defects and ensuring seamless operations. Was involved in conducting feasibility study, APQP reviews with vendors and inspection standards. Acted as Member of Design Review and DFMEA Team, Conducted production trial run and PPAP approval. Performed Capacity Assessment & Confirmation at supplier end as per project requirements. Tunjukkan kurang

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  General Motors

  Sept 2010 - Feb 2020

  Assistant General Manager - SQ&D (Launch) / SMT Lead

  Products Dealing with: Powertrain, Chassis, HVAC & Electrical / Projects: Small Diesel Engine, 1.2L Petrol Engine, Small Vehicle &Sedan and MUV Platforms.In a senior position, I am responsible for steering the strategic activities related with the areas of Supplier Quality Management, driving process improvement initiatives and achieving high quality standards for exceeding customer expectations by deploying quality techniques and implementing process & quality plans. I am responsible for all the quality related documentation work and accountable for end to end program management for meeting the project goals within the predefined deadlines and ensuing seamless program launch. I am accountable for the entire gamut of responsibilities for ensuring seamless techno commercial operations by looking after Supplier Selection & Evaluation, Supplier quality Audits, Supplier Performance Improvement, developing strategic road maps and ensuring that the stipulated quality benchmarks are attained by setting up effective systems and processes, implementing SOPs, performing technical reviews, testing & inspections, detecting faults and implementing corrective actions. I am functioning as HVAC/Electrical Commodity Lead. Carrying out APQP, PPAP, Capacity Assessment and Special Process Audits. During this period, I have successfully handled short term global assignments and assisted in Global Vehicle launch for which I had travelled to GM Uzbekistan. Visited GM Korea for 3 weeks for Engineering Build. Was the key members involved in the successful launch of Beat Facelift and Export Vehicle Program. Completed Six Sigma Training on DMAIC. Tunjukkan kurang

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  Stellantis

  Jan 2023 - now

  Deputy General Manager SQ & D

  Project- Supplier Quality, IAP