GOWTHAM C
Puducherry
Summary
Supplier Quality professional with 11+ years’ experience in machining inspection and global supplier audits. Certified ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor and ASNT NDT Level II, skilled in risk assessment, compliance documentation, and corrective/preventive actions (8D, 7 QC tools). Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams, resolve non‑conformities, and align supplier processes with international standards. Ready to expand audit expertise into VDA 6.3 methodologies.
Overview
3
3
Languages
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
DEPUTY MANAGER, SQM
SUZLON ENERGY LTD
04.2023 - Current
- Supplier Quality Management: Managed 2.1 MW, 3 MW, and 5 MW casting and forging commodities for nacelle and hub assemblies.
- Nonconformance Resolution: Led resolution of supplier issues within WTG assembly plants, ensuring compliance and reducing defects.
- Supplier Development: Identified and qualified suppliers for new product development components, including main frame, shaft, hub body, girder, gear rim, and blade bearings.
- APQP & Documentation: Verified APQP for Wind documents across global suppliers and submitted to Global SQM.
- Cross‑Functional Leadership: Directed cross‑functional teams to implement operational improvements, enhancing efficiency and productivity.
- Supplier Evaluation: Conducted technical supplier evaluations, assessments, and special process validations periodically.
- Process Improvement: Guided suppliers in jig, fixture, and gauge fabrication improvements, reducing lead time and costs. Facilitated advancements in S144 castings (3 MW) and machining of WTG components during supplier visits in China.
- Strategic Planning: Developed and executed strategic plans to optimize project timelines and resource allocation.
ASSISTANT MANAGER, QA
METAL FORMS PVT LTD
KANCHIPURAM
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Managed quality for the machined components and final products.
- Monitored quality concerns at customer locations and coordinated customer audits to ensure compliance and satisfaction.
- Resolved customer complaints and implemented corrective and preventive actions to reduce customer PPM using 7 QC tools and 8D methodology.
- Identify critical processes and set up systems to monitor like CTQs (Critical To Quality) of process and product.
- Maintained SQDCPME (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People, Maintenance, Environment) metrics to ensure optimal production performance.
- Conducted ISO 9001:2015 internal, external audits and customer audits.
- Preparing & Maintaining PPAP Documents for the new Product development for the Organisation.
PROCESS ENGINEER
LAULAGUN BEARINGS INDIA PVT LTD
THIRUVALLUR
02.2021 - 05.2022
- Ensuring the process Validation of Induction hardening process and Grit Blasting, Thermal Spraying and Painting process, Inspection and Packing.
- Primary Responsible for Heat Treatment (Induction Hardening), Surface Treatment (Grit Blasting, Thermal Spraying and Painting) and Packing.
- Coordinated with suppliers on process and tool management, including inductor life monitoring, to ensure alignment with project requirements.
- Monitored major defect improvements, providing continuous feedback until resolution, enhancing overall process reliability.
- Finalised standard operating procedures for painting process components, maintaining ECN for all drawing and process sheet changes per project.
- Preparation of Technical specification for the inductors of Prototype references.
- Preparing tool list and process sheet for the prototype for each project references.
- Supplier performance audits to enhance process standardization and waste elimination.
- Managed Improvement & Development (I+D) reports, ensuring accurate record-keeping.
- Reporting to Global team weekly update regarding the tasks of Process Engineering meetings.
QUALITY ENGINEER
BLASTO METAL SPRAY PROCESSORS
SRIPERUMBUDHUR
08.2016 - 01.2021
- Communicated with suppliers to develop and implement quality management systems, enhancing compliance and product reliability.
- Executed Validation protocols and outlined final reports and packages.
- Executed validation planning activities and tracked progress, coordinating with the team to ensure alignment and effective follow-up.
- To ensure the blasting procedure in process as per ISO 8501, ISO 2063 for Metalising and Painting as per Vestas Technical Product Specification.
- Final Inspection for the finished components – Wind mill Heavy components.
- During the painting application Wet film thickness check with comb gauge and controls the quality on the job.
- Coordinated with sales, purchasing, and production department heads to resolve customer complaints and provide timely updates on corrective actions taken.
- Functioned as primary contact for BLASTO, enabling direct communication with key customers including SYNERGY, VESTAS, SUZLON, GAMESA, GE, and Wheels India.
- Supervises 30 employees in the Quality Operations and Surface Treatment division.
QUALITY ENGINEER
KARTHICK FLOW CONTROL
COIMBATORE
01.2016 - 08.2016
- Ensuring valve and valve components comply as per codes and standards – API, ISO, ASME, and ASTM.
- Verification and acceptance of material test certifications and Final product reports from Supplier in accordance with Standards like ASME, ASTM, API 6D, MSS SP -55.
- Conducted receiving inspection for all raw castings for ball valves, ensuring compliance with MSS SP – 55 standards.
- Identified casting defects and verified dimensions during incoming inspection to uphold quality standards.
- Oversaw testing process and PAI report generation in assembly section for all types of ball valves.
- Compiled RT reports and final inspection documents according to ISO standards.
- Offering the Finished components to L & T customer and arranging to dispatch.
GA TRAINEE
BHARAT HEAVY ELECTRICALS LTD
TRICHY
12.2014 - 12.2015
- Documented processes in SAP and conducted fit-up inspections prior to welding to guarantee quality alignment.
- Reviewed RT report, verifying welding joints met customer requirements and standards.
- Prepared documents for economiser and reheater coils, ensuring compliance with specifications for clients such as NTPC and NMDC.
Education
BE - MECHANICAL
RVS COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY
CBE04-2014
Skills
- Coating inspection expertise
- Coating coordination
- Quality assurance
- Nonconformance resolution
- Process verification
- Supplier performance optimization
- Process optimization
- Risk analysis
- Technology adaptation
- Technical documentation
- Performance evaluation
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Independent and collaborative work
- Team leadership skills
- Stakeholder engagement
- Goal-oriented mindset
Languages
Tamil
English
Hindi (Basic)
Certification
- ISO 9001 2015 QMS INTERNAL AUDITOR, TUV NORD, 8118407804/26
- ASNT Level II (PT, MT, RT, UT, VT)
- Lean Six Sigma : Analyze, Improve, and Control Tools
Custom
I hereby solemnly declare that the above-furnished details are true to the best of my knowledge.,
09-09-2026
Puducherry
Timeline
DEPUTY MANAGER, SQM
SUZLON ENERGY LTD
04.2023 - Current
ASSISTANT MANAGER, QA
METAL FORMS PVT LTD
05.2022 - 04.2023
PROCESS ENGINEER
LAULAGUN BEARINGS INDIA PVT LTD
02.2021 - 05.2022
QUALITY ENGINEER
BLASTO METAL SPRAY PROCESSORS
08.2016 - 01.2021
QUALITY ENGINEER
KARTHICK FLOW CONTROL
01.2016 - 08.2016
GA TRAINEE
BHARAT HEAVY ELECTRICALS LTD
12.2014 - 12.2015
BE - MECHANICAL
RVS COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY