Lakshman Sureddy

Experience

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  AP Heavy Machinery and Engineering Limited

  Jan 2014 - Dec 2014

  Quality Engineer
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  Sakthi Automotive Group

  Apr 2017 - Jan 2019

  Process Quality Engineer

  •Analyzing process control and variation using SPC tools, calculating capability indices (Cp, Cpk) to ensure the compatibility of the process and product with the standards. •Responsible to develop Manufacturing requirements, Quality Standards, and Product Quality Plan (APQP) as per the customer requirements and specifications to achieve zero defects. •Effectively utilized AIAG core tools for submission of PPAP documentation on time as per customer requirement and to create, verify, update and document the control plan, process flowchart, and PFMEA.•Monitor the accuracy and precision of testing equipment using Gage R&R, Attribute agreement, Linearity, and Bias methods.•Perform product, process and, system audits to ensure compliance with IATF, BIQ, and VDA QMS standards.•Managing 8D corrective action reports for internal and external customer complaints by performing root cause analysis (3L5W), use findings and lessons learned to drive Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA). •Implemented Poka-Yoke technique to sprue-cut inspection by which eliminated the risk of possible scrap.•Working and negotiating with vendors to validate and implement Automatic Defect Recognition(ADR) for X-Ray inspection.•Conduct a weekly meeting to discuss the optimization of Cost of Quality (COQ) and ways to eliminate the cost of poor quality (internal and external failures) to get a financial advantage to the organization.•Implemented the better de-gassing method by performing time studies, statistical investigation and analyzed Quality characteristics of Aluminum castings, which reduced lead time by 40% and $72,000 a year.•Worked with production and project management teams in validation and safe launch of new products within the deadline.•Prepare daily scrap and rework data to discuss improvements to input into the process with MRB members. •Drive continuous improvement methodologies using lean and Six Sigma tools for process improvements. Show less

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  Purem by Eberspächer

  Jan 2019 - now

  • Quality Manager

    Mar 2022 - now

  • Lead Quality Engineer

    Sept 2021 - Feb 2022

  • Quality Engineer

    Jan 2019 - Sept 2021