Prakash K

Experience

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  Self-employed

  Jan 2015 - Jun 2017

  Tutor
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  KKMSOFT (P) LTD.

  May 2015 - Dec 2017

  Trainee Engineer

  CFD, SMP, Hypermesh, Autodesk Inventor & AutoCAD

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  HMT Machine Tools, Inc.

  Jul 2017 - Aug 2017

  Project Intern
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  Hyundai Motor India Ltd.

  Dec 2017 - Mar 2018

  Project Intern

  Project : Design and Implementation of Flywheel Jig for Kappa Engine AssemblyThe sole intention my project in Hyundai is to enhance the quality of the Kappa engines by introducing a new jig which has been installed in the engine assembly line. My project aims at analysing the existing situation and the exact cause of the problem and by providing a feasible solution which doesn’t affect the cycle time of the engine production and at the same time cost effective as well. Proposals suggested and the best design is implemented to improve the quality of the engines produced and also improve the productivity. Show less

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  Bosch Electrical Drives India Private Limited (RBDI)

  May 2018 - Jun 2021

  Claims Manager - Purchase Quality Assurance - Electrical Drives

  1. Responsible for claims management related to supplier parts in series production.2. Responsible to initiate corrective actions at suppliers through Problem Solving tools like 8D3. Responsible for defect cost recovery and commercial charge-back to supplier.4. Develop and implement firewall strategy to reduce supplier related incidences as a part of risk mitigation strategy.

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  Bosch India

  Sept 2021 - now

  1. Monitor and track Quality KPIs such as customer incidents (0Km, Field, and Logistics) and defect costs across all Bosch India manufacturing units, ensuring consistent performance evaluation and improvement.2. Manage and analyze quality performance databases to generate actionable insights, driving cross-functional task forces to implement quality improvement programs aligned with Zero Defect goals.3. Lead the Quality Mindset Drive across Bosch India plants, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and enhancing customer delight through strategic initiatives.4. Define, analyze, and enhance quality procedures by leveraging globally recognized quality processes, ensuring compliance and operational excellence.5. Organize and facilitate Quality Coordination Meetings (QCMs) to introduce innovative quality initiatives, share best practices, and promote cross-plant and cross-functional learning.6. Support Quality Management Systems (QMS) initiatives, including implementing CDQ changes, driving customer recognition efforts, and coordinating benchmark activities like "Learn to See" and marketplace events. Show less 1. Responsible for claims related to purchasing parts in series production and follow up with suppliers for root cause analysis and corrective actions of supplier quality issues.2. Address Quality claims with quick containment actions across the supply chain.3. Ensure suitable corrective & preventive actions from suppliers on claims using an effective 8D methodology.4. Enable a clear supplier quality improvement strategy along with Purchasing team, based on the quality performance trends, Gap analysis, Focus areas for poor quality contributing suppliers.5. Lead the team to focus on Value stream oriented activities such as DIR meetings, Critical list addressal and strive for stake-holder confidence. Show less

  • Corporate Quality (Quality Management Methods)

    Jun 2024 - now

  • Claims Manager - Purchasing Quality & Data Driven Quality Enthusiast

    Jan 2023 - May 2024

  • Claims Manager - Purchasing Quality Assurance - Powertrain solutions

    Sept 2021 - May 2024