Apsaran Adhimolam
Avadi
Summary
Proven Supplier Quality Assurance expert from BorgWarner Morse Systems India, adept in Supplier Part Development and Time Management. Excelled in enhancing supplier performance, achieving significant PPM reduction, and leading successful new supplier assessments. Skilled in driving process enhancements and resolving complex issues, ensuring top-tier product quality and reliability.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Manager - Supplier Development
BorgWarner Morse Systems India
Chennai
04.2021 - Current
- Conducted technical site assessments for new suppliers and ensured technical feasibility during new development through TFC.
- Reviewed APQP phase-wise development plans post-RFQ completion and ensured all gate closures from Gate 1 to Gate 5 for program milestones.
- Handled new product development for engine timing systems, tensioner assemblies, and variable cam timing parts, including process flow development based on drawing requirements for Hyundai, Suzuki, and Toyota parts.
Supplier Performance Engineering
Comstar Automotive Technologies
Chennai
11.2018 - 01.2021
- Enhanced supplier performance through rigorous evaluation and continuous improvement initiatives, like process and product audits. For stamping and molding suppliers, on-time G8D closure, and PCA implementation verification at suppliers.
- Optimized supplier processes by implementing industry best practices and performance metrics. Global supplier quality Engineer for representing Mexico and China plant development and Quality issues
- Ensured high-quality supplier outputs by conducting detailed performance assessments and driving corrective actions which includes Design for Mold Approval for New Tooling Kick off, Zero PPM launch activity , nsuring on time PPAP adherence
Supplier Quality and Incoming Quality Engineer
Gestamp Automotive Chennai Pvt Ltd
Chennai
09.2016 - 09.2018
- Ensured supplier quality by conducting rigorous inspections and audits of incoming materials with adherence to safety norms and specifications.
- Enhanced product reliability by implementing stringent quality control measures for incoming supplies.
- Developed and implemented supplier quality improvement plans to enhance product reliability and reduce defects, Supplier Pre – Assessment audit before Ramp up stage
- Collaborated with suppliers to resolve quality issues and ensure compliance with industry standards & New product development activities (Gauge concept design, Gauge Work instructions, Supplier Tool Try-out, Control plan audit)
- Conducted regular audits and assessments of supplier processes to maintain high-quality standards and continuous improvement such as Supplier Rating monthly (QR/PPM/Delivery Performance), Supplier assessment against VDA6.3 standards, Conducting G8D audit on-time at Supplier location
Supplier Quality and Incoming Quality Engineer
Samsung India
Chennai
03.2013 - 08.2016
- Responsible for the analysis of field quality issues and obtaining corrective action improvements from concerned teams.
- Responsible for following up on interim and permanent corrective actions for non-conformance of customer complaint failures.
- Conducting part mold issues activity in periodical basis to improve part quality
- Responsible for claiming RMA process for defects and disposition in timely basis
- Responsible for Product Reliability test plan in monthly basis for Supplier parts to evaluate monthly reliability standard is meeting quality requirements
- Conducting Supplier Process and Product audits as per Quarterly Plan
- Implementation of quality improvement through quality circles.
Graduate Apprentice Trainee
Caparo engineering India pvt ltd
Chennai
10.2010 - 10.2012
- Responsible for raising a Supplier Incident Report for quality concerns.
- Responsible for ISIR (Total Layout inspection) for new development product’s
- Responsible for Gauge and Equipment calibration
- Inspection clearance through ERP
- Rejection materials tracking and RTV follow up with buyer and supplier
- Responsible for F/M/L in weld shop
- Responsible for PDI inspection in welds.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
RMK Engg College, Anna University
Chennai05-2010
Skills
- Supplier Part development
- Supplier Quality Assurance
- New Supplier Rapid assessment
- Process and Product Audit
- PPM Reduction
- Process Enhancement
- Problem resolution
- Time management
Accomplishments
Got SHAININ certification as Qualified RED X APPERENTICE for the Chain Profile out of Upper Limit in Royal Enfield “J” Platform Engine there by eliminating Incoming PPM rejection of 1826 USD per year
Timeline
Deputy Manager - Supplier Development
BorgWarner Morse Systems India
04.2021 - Current
Supplier Performance Engineering
Comstar Automotive Technologies
11.2018 - 01.2021
Supplier Quality and Incoming Quality Engineer
Gestamp Automotive Chennai Pvt Ltd
09.2016 - 09.2018
Supplier Quality and Incoming Quality Engineer
Samsung India
03.2013 - 08.2016
Graduate Apprentice Trainee
Caparo engineering India pvt ltd
10.2010 - 10.2012
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
RMK Engg College, Anna University
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