Experience

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  Zf commercial suspension systems

  Jun 2006 - Mar 2008

  Supplier quality engineer

  Managed all suppliers for quality related issues. Led and supported problem solving activities with suppliers, internal and external customers. Helped in making 40 % ppm improvement and 55% in delivery performance. Supported new launches with APQP and PPAP activities. Led process audits, supplier developments and supplier performance under QMS directives. Participated in VA/VE meetings with vendors. Led new supplier assessments and supported supplier improvement activities through Lean Manufacturing, 5S,Six Sigma (DMAIC), Kaizen, Error Proofing (Poke Yoke), DOEs and continuous improvement activities. Show less

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  Honeywell process solutions

  Mar 2008 - Oct 2011

  Supplier quality engineer lead

  Led the Supplier Quality and Development engineering to improve Supplier Quality and delivery performance. Led Root Cause and Corrective Actions (8D, 5 Why’s) associated with supplier quality issues and drove the application of Six Sigma tools by suppliers. Worked with suppliers in the Top Focus program that resulted in 80 % ppm improvement. Led PPAP and APQP product qualification activities associated with new parts and re-qualify parts as part of supplier transition projects. Led and supported projects that resulted in cost saving of US $5 million. Utilized Honeywell processes to audit and approve new suppliers. Maintained ISO 9001 Quality System. Led and supported several concurrent projects and developed strong relationships within cross- functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance and purchasing. Show less

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  Technip usa

  Oct 2011 - Jun 2015

  Project quality manager

  Provided leadership, support and guidance for Quality activities on projects to assure that projects are executed in accordance with the applicable Project Quality Plan throughout the design, procurement installation and start-up phases in accordance with Client requirements. Responsible for all Flexible System projects for Gas & Production Risers and Flow lines (Noble Alen, Shell Mars-B, PDVSA Dragon, Anadarko Caesar Tonga, Chevron Big Foot, ATP Clipper, Shell Ursa, BG Starfish & Murphy Medusa) and Installation projects (Shell Stones & Anadarko K2 RBGL). Managed project quality support functions including quality planning, preventive action, non- conformance control, corrective action, management of change, audits, continuous improvement and project quality reporting & review. Supervised QA/QC activities and third party inspections. Monitored manufacturing of all ancillary equipment related to Flexible Systems and Supplier Quality and delivery performance. Reviewed ITPs and maintained NCR and CAR register. Facilitated project lessons learned and maintained the lessons learned register. Captured the cost of non quality (CONQ) data and reported in the monthly reports. Developed quality matrices on projects and report KPIs with Client interaction, data collection charts. Led scheduled assessments and audits of the Project Team and major critical suppliers and audit findings to resolution and closure. Show less

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  Ge oil & gas

  Jul 2015 - Feb 2016

  Quality leader

  Led the team and maximized the use of assigned resources to assist the company in meeting its quality, schedule and profit objectives. Examined documents and monitored work processes in order to access completeness, accuracy, and conformance to standards and specifications. Taken proactive or corrective action as necessary within established guidelines. Established goals, work plans, and budgets such that lowest cost and highest quality results are achieved. Assured that unit activities comply with all applicable government regulations, QMS and contract requirements. Assured audit of areas of responsibility for conformance to quality plans, systems, and requirements. Analyzed product losses, material review activity, manufacturing costs and maintain programs to meet objectives. Provided quality plans to monitor and report quality delays. Planned, organized, implemented and directed the application of assigned human and material resources to assure delivery of products and/or services that meets established requirements and fulfills customer needs and expectations. Show less

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  Gkn driveline

  Apr 2016 - Apr 2018

  Supplier quality engineer lead

  Identified requirements and qualification for new Program components. Managed supplier process/product development utilizing the APQP process. Supported sourcing activities for all new programs. Conducted supplier audits and risk assessments of existing and potential new suppliers in accordance with GKN standards. Helped the company to achieve 2 ppm and led effective VDA audits at the supply base. Participated in DFMEA, PFMEA, control plan and process reviews. Supported Engineering to facilitate drawing/design reviews to ensure supplierunderstanding and technical feasibility and resolved Program concerns. Provided Program leadership to the Regional Purchasing team for key issues and complaint resolution for timing or quality concerns for assigned Programs, escalated critical issues where appropriate. Visited suppliers to monitor progress and managed PPAP review and approval and conducted run-at-rate to confirm the capacity capability for new Programs. Supported multiple plants for supplier quality issues and managing root cause and corrective actions. Participated in periodic strategy reviews to ensure alignment in activities, reporting, systems and administration. Show less

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  Universal instruments corporation

  Apr 2018 - now

  Supplier quality engineering manager

  Managing Supplier Quality Engineering group. Setting priorities and directing personnel in support of engineering, manufacturing and field activities to ensure the highest levels of component manufacturability, quality and reliability. Developing and implementing regular reviews of supplier performance via QLTC (Quality, Logistics, Technology & Cost) and establishing plans to improve performance and taking corrective actions as required. Worked with suppliers in the Top Focus program that resulted in 60% ppm improvement. Managing receiving inspection organization. Supporting product development activities through the use of supplier scorecards for CTF (Critical to function) features, Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and other Six Sigma Quality Tools (DFSS). Providing resources to conduct periodic and special audits of subcontractor’s facilities and manufacturing processes. Leading analysis of QN data on a monthly basis (MRB) to identify quality trends and action plans to resolve quality issues. Managing SCAR database and supporting cost reduction activities via Value Engineering efforts. Show less