Akanksha Pande
Noida
Summary
Quality Assurance Manager with extensive experience across diverse industries, specializing in process optimization and workforce development. Proven expertise in ISO standards and risk management, resulting in enhanced product reliability and operational excellence. Adept at leading teams and driving continuous improvement initiatives, showcasing strong organizational and problem-solving skills. Committed to leveraging these competencies to foster innovation and elevate quality standards.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager - Business Excellence
MPS Interactive Systems Limited
Noida
01.2022 - Current
- Facilitated external audit processes achieving company certification.
- Implemented high-quality standards.
- Achieved significant improvements in product reliability through CAPA system implementation.
- Created standards to measure the efficiency of the company's quality processes.
- Worked with diverse teams to create strategies enhancing product quality.
- Performed risk assessments to mitigate quality and compliance risks.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation on quality assurance processes.
- Established and executed quality control methodologies to enhance product dependability.
- Leveraged digital tools to evaluate vendor achievements and goal alignment.
- Assessed vendor performance through data analysis and formulated improvement tactics.
- Enhanced profitability by obtaining favorable product prices via effective vendor negotiations.
- Updated and maintained records regularly.
Quality Assurance Manager
Printotech Global Limited
Noida
11.2020 - 01.2022
- Supervised and monitored key manufacturing processes including printing, extrusion, heading, labeling, capping, and lamitube production.
- Supervised rollout of standards like ISO 9001:2015, BRC, and Sedex.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely and efficient manner.
- Fostered strong relationships with suppliers.
- Focused on enhancing process efficiencies and upgrading workforce competencies.
- Led instructional programs for staff development.
Assistant Manager – QMS & QE
Parksons Packaging Limited
Rudrapur
11.2017 - 11.2020
- Oversaw adherence to the best practices for ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, BRC issue-5 and FSC-COC.
- Maintained processes governing operations, aligning with legal and regulatory obligations.
- Monitored and improved process management through performance indicators.
- Guarantees prompt reporting to entity management and for risk mitigation purposes.
- Offered support and advice to operational teams regarding change management.
- Facilitated educational programs focused on industry-specific management systems.
- Led process-driven internal audits ensuring minimal interruptions.
- Managed end-to-end audit procedures, from initiation to final resolution.
Management Representative
Vardhman Polymers Private Limited
Alwar
04.2016 - 11.2017
- Contributed to the implementation of multiple industry standards including ISO certifications and BRC.
- Managed activities related to product quality control.
- Oversaw complete workflows for fabric extrusion alongside managing intricate processes like blown film and shrink sleeves.
DMR & Assistant Superintendent Technical Services
Huhtamaki PPL Limited
Rudrapur
06.2012 - 04.2016
- Managed deployment of protocols in line with industry-specific standards like ISO 9001, ISO 22000, BRC IOP, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001.
- Executed all facets related to certification, audits, and process system integrations.
- Led PRP Food Safety team in compliance with ISO 22000 standards.
- Conducted training sessions on internationally accepted management systems.
- Ensured compliance with system requirements through comprehensive documentation.
- Managed slitting equipment over a span of six months.
- Supervised production activities, applied 5S methodology, and introduced new systems in Shrink Sleeve Division for half a year.
Education
PGDBA - Operations And HR
Symbiosis Center For Distance Learning
Pune07-2015
Bachelor of Technology - Electronics And Instrumentation
Uttarakhand Technical University
Dehradun08-2012
Skills
- ISO standards
- Documentation review
- Active listening
- Organizational skills
- Trend analysis
- Risk management
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Risk assessment
- Multitasking
- Quality assurance
- Process improvement
- Internal auditing
Languages
Hindi
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Manager - Business Excellence
MPS Interactive Systems Limited
01.2022 - Current
Quality Assurance Manager
Printotech Global Limited
11.2020 - 01.2022
Assistant Manager – QMS & QE
Parksons Packaging Limited
11.2017 - 11.2020
Management Representative
Vardhman Polymers Private Limited
04.2016 - 11.2017
DMR & Assistant Superintendent Technical Services
Huhtamaki PPL Limited
06.2012 - 04.2016
PGDBA - Operations And HR
Symbiosis Center For Distance Learning
Bachelor of Technology - Electronics And Instrumentation
Uttarakhand Technical University
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