Harish Mahale

Assistant Manager - Supplier Quality - June 2021 - Dec 2023

Supplier Quality Engineer - September 2018 - May 2021

• Led supplier quality and development activities for new product introduction (NPI), including supplier qualification, process validation, and First Article Inspection (FAI) approvals.
• Managed supplier development for diverse commodities including construction equipment, cargo systems, fabrication parts, castings, sheet metal, and precision components.
• Conducted supplier process audits, capability assessments, and PQCS reviews to ensure manufacturing readiness and compliance with quality standards.
• Provided technical support to suppliers on product drawings, manufacturing processes, special characteristics, and process controls.
• Oversaw qualification and control of special processes including load testing, powder coating, Geomet coating, plating, passivation, welding, fabrication, and investment casting.
• Led supplier corrective action programs (8D, RCCA) through failure analysis, root cause investigations, and verification of corrective action effectiveness.
• Developed Process of Record (POR), Best Known Methods (BKM), and control plans to drive process standardization and continuous improvement.
• Collaborated with suppliers to identify cost reduction, value engineering, and manufacturing process optimization opportunities.
• Performed product inspections and documentation reviews to ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements before shipment.
• Established supplier performance metrics, quality monitoring systems, and long-term supplier evaluation programs.
• Resolved critical supplier quality issues through cross-functional collaboration and on-site supplier support.
• Authored quality procedures, work instructions, and supplier guidance documents to standardize manufacturing and quality expectations.
• Analyzed quality and operational performance data to identify defect trends, improve efficiency, and reduce costs.
• Led cross-functional improvement initiatives, training programs, and mentoring activities to enhance organizational capability and operational excellence.
• Supported supplier sourcing, raw material selection, and supplier negotiations to improve quality, delivery, and cost performance.
• Ensured compliance with quality management systems, industry standards, and customer-specific requirements across the supply chain.

• Conduct Supplier process Audit and product audit related to their component.
• Verifying material test certificate with third party and Is standards.
• Ensuring part received by supplier with 100% good quality and meets to our requirements.
• Identified negative/positive trends and implemented Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCAR) when necessary.
• Address daily quality issues for supplied structure components.
• Review of supplier PPAP document including PFMEA, Control plans, Inspection reports, Capability studies Etc.
• Resolve quality issues by identifying problems, examining solution options, implementing Action plans, and providing resources.
• Inspect the final product to determine if it meets manufacturer and industry standards.
• If a products not meet specific standards, recommendations are made to improve the quality of a product.
• Maintaining Control Plans throughout the life of the product.
• Traveled to assigned supplier facilities to verify supplier staff qualifications via multiple modes of inspection and investigation.
• Analyzed issues with supplier contributions to detect defect trends, reporting findings to appropriate personnel.
• Led commodity-related quality control issues, correcting functional issues stemming from problematic components.
• Set up ongoing supplier site evaluation parameters to maintain quality control standards over long-term relationships.
• Conducted supplier audits to detect pre-production weaknesses in supply chain and human resource assets.
• Resolved supplier quality control issues through collaboration with third-party leadership.
• Provided capability assessment and testing for individuals and teams assigned by suppliers.
• Aided suppliers in raw material selection strategies to encourage superior supply chain outcomes.
• Reviewed and verified material test certificates against applicable standards and third-party laboratory reports.
• Managed supplier quality performance to ensure 100% conforming product delivery and compliance with specifications.
• Implemented Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) and drove closure through root cause analysis and corrective action validation.
• Resolved supplier quality issues related to capability, dimensional tolerances, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Led problem-solving activities using Root Cause Analysis (RCA), 8D, and continuous improvement methodologies to reduce recurring defects.
• Reviewed and approved PPAP documentation including PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flow Diagrams, Capability Studies, MSA, and Inspection Reports.
• Investigated material and process failures, identified defect trends, and implemented preventive actions to improve product quality.
• Performed final product inspections and quality assessments to ensure compliance with customer, industry, and regulatory standards.
• Established supplier performance monitoring systems and long-term supplier evaluation programs.
• Conducted supplier capability assessments, workforce qualification reviews, and manufacturing readiness evaluations.
• Collaborated with suppliers to improve raw material selection, process controls, and overall supply chain quality performance.
• Prepared quality procedures, inspection plans, and supplier guidance documents to standardize quality expectations.
• Designed and implemented inspection and audit methodologies for remote supplier locations to ensure consistent quality control.
• Analyzed quality data and defect trends, providing actionable recommendations to improve process capability and product reliability.
• Supported new product development and qualification activities through process validation, product testing, and compliance verification.

• Performed routine quality tests on random products.
• Handled supplier ratings.
• Generated ideas on how to improve quality control procedures and team handling.
• Analyzing client specifications and test procedures Supervised installation/maintenance of newly installed equipment – Maintained proper functionalities of machines and mechanical equipment.
• Developed testing procedures to verify functionality of mechanical products to meet client requirements.
• Supervised, mentored, coached and trained technicians, production workers and field engineers in completing assignments successfully.
• Coordinated maintenance issues with other departments to ensure preventive maintenance processes.
• Demonstrated product and quality expertise in product inspections
• Participated in employee performance reviews and offered suggestions to management.
• Supported quality team members during corrective action updates.
• Performed quality inspections and drafted reports to detail non-conforming material issues.
• Coordinated with quality control staff to complete inspections.
• Built strong rapport with team members, management and clients to facilitate efficiency and productivity.
• Contributed to root cause analysis to determine core reason for failures and errors.
• Developed training protocols in alignment with company quality standards and ISO 9000 regulations.
• Utilized knowledge of ISO 9000 standards to develop action plan for company certification.
• Aligned production operations to meet higher standards and maximize returns.
• Generated detailed reports covering analysis of key data and outlining potential solutions.
• Reviewed schedules and suggested key improvements to develop leaner and more cost-effective manufacturing processes.
• Coached and assisted employees with adapting to new processes.
• Identified problems and recommended new processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Designed improvements to equipment to optimize worker productivity.
• Created policies and procedures for quality assurance, best practices and project management.