Minitab
Karthick K
Quality Assurance Specialist
Tiruchendur
Summary
Metrology and Supplier Quality Engineer with 8 years of experience in executing product inspections and managing measurement laboratories. Demonstrated success in applying SPC techniques and conducting GRR and CRR assessments. Strong proficiency in CMM, VMA, and contour measurement equipment, contributing to effective quality control initiatives.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Quality Engineering Specialist
Titan Engineering & Automation Limited
08.2025 - Current
- Equipment Qualification.
- 8D Report Compilation
- Created comprehensive inspection plan aligned with regulatory requirements. Formulated gauge plan to uphold accuracy in measurement processes.
- Reviewed CMM reports meticulously, ensuring adherence to industry regulations. Executed NC reviews to pinpoint discrepancies and drive resolution strategies. Assessed report data systematically, enhancing overall reporting accuracy. Collaborated with teams to address non-conformities and implement corrective measures.
- Perform MSA study alongside equipment qualification processes
- Enhanced automation quality metrics for validating machine assembly and robotic operations.
- Evaluate and analyze Cp, Cpk, Pp, and Ppk performance
- Tasks:
IPQC & Metrology
Salcomp Tech Pvt Ltd
02.2024 - 03.2025
- Attained over 90% on-time completion for daily in-process inspections according to inspection plan.
- Spearhead creation of New CMM program for product introduction and optimize existing CMM program to ensure sustainability.
- Attain dimensional quality targets related to both processes and downstream customer products
- Oversaw monitoring, reviewing, enhancing, and reporting of Dimensional Metrics.
- Accountable for quality performance of each zone from dimensional quality perspective
- Resolve build issues through identification of containment actions and permanent corrective measures for internal dimensional failures
- Managed metrology lab personnel (operators & programmers)
- Managed GRR and correlation activities for new machinery, programs, and products.
- Development of new SOPs & work instructions for product innovation
- Responsible for Metrology laboratory personnel training and skill assessment
- Prepared root cause analysis for measurement errors and rejections. Investigated issues related to probe malfunctions to identify failures. Conducted thorough examinations of measurement discrepancies to enhance accuracy. Documented findings from RCA to facilitate future error prevention strategies.
- dimensions report validation according to drawing specifications and report dissemination
- Developed training materials focused on Metrology functions for skill enhancement.
- CMM stylus administration and sourcing strategies
- Responsible for delivering dimensional and measurement support to cross-functional team
- Accountable for supporting Fixture Engineering team in developing technical drawings
- Delivered Fit, Form, Function dimensional measurement for final approval prior to packing
- Responsible for delivering statistical support for DOE from Metrology perspective
IPQC & Metrology Engineer
TATA Electronics Pvt Ltd
10.2021 - 01.2024
- Achieved > 95% on-time completion for daily inspections of product characteristics- dimensional And functional as per the production control plan and Customer specific requirements.
- Responsible for Responsible for IPQC, Pre Dispatch and Final Quality inspection.
- Implementation and execution Inspection testing and evaluation for Incoming child parts
- Responsible for Prepare and circulate the daily/weekly/monthly quality reports to CFT.
- Conducted MSA (Cg&Cgk) study for equipment qualification and SPC (Cp&Cpk) for machines
- Training materials Preparation for fresher about Quality function and Evaluate Skill Matrix for Laboratory associates.
- Prepared standardized work instructions for gauge and equipment based on product requirements.
- Planning & Execution of internal audit %Product audit
- Responsible PFMEA Line Walk and ISO/IATF Audit support
- RESPONSIBILITIES
Quality Assurance
Sam Vardhana Motherson Sintermetal Tech Ltd
05.2017 - 09.2021
- Line inspection and patrol inspection for primary and secondary process.
- Gauge and fixtures (Tool and Die) Inspection and report preparation.
- Monitor the Run chart and Cp, Cpk
- PPAP supporting documents preparation.
- Calibration activities Internal and external.
- Prepare the Calibration reports and Plan vs Actual.
- GP12 Inspection and Conduct the Dock Audit.
- IATF 16949 Internal Auditing Support.
- Layout inspection and Layout Audit Plan vs Actual Preparation.
- RESPONSIBILITIES
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechatronics
PMC Tech College (Anna University Affiliated)
Hosur, Tamil Nadu, India06.2025
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
RECT Polytechnic College (DOTE Affiliated)
South Vijayanarayanam, Tamil Nadu, India01.2017
Higher Secondary School - undefined
TDTA St, Michaels Hr Sec School
Mudalur, Tamil Nadu, India01.2015
Skills
Equipment handling expertise CMM and contour measurement Roughness and roundness testing UTM and height gauging Profile projection and microscopy Attribute gauge proficiency Hexagon PCDMIS and OGP ZEISS-Calypso knowledge
CMM metrology and measurement systems PPAP and FMEA CAPA and corrective actions 8D problem solving Gauge R&R and GRR Gemba walk and GD&T Seven QC tools Six Sigma green belt Statistical process control (SPC)
SAP ERP (gauge and quality management) Zeiss Calypso and Gear Pro Mahr Marwin Microsoft Office and Power BI Zeiss PI-Web Hexagon PCDMIS SharePoint and Power Automate
ISO standards knowledge Quality management systems Automotive industry standards Aerospace quality assurance
CNC and VMC expertise Powder metallurgy processes Sintering techniques Cold forging methods Sizing proficiency Induction hardening Anodizing applications Surface mount technology EDM and WEDM operations Toolroom management
Certification
IATF 16949:2016 Internal Auditor Training.
Core Competencies
CMM, VMA, Contour, Roughness Tester, UTM, 2D height Gauge, Profile Projector, Microscope, Attribute gauges, Hexagon PCDMIS, OGP, ULM, Roundness Tester, ZEISS-Calypso, CMM Metrology, Metrology & Measurement System, PPAP, FMEA, CAPA, 8D Problem solving, Gauge R&R, Gemba Walk, GD&T (ISO & ASME), GRR and Machine Bring up, 7 QC Tools, Six Sigma Green belt, SPC, CRR, SAP ERP (Gauge & Quality Management), Zeiss Calypso & Gear pro, Mahr Marwin, MS Office & Power PI, Zeiss PI-web, Hexagon PCDMIS, Share Point & Power Automate, ISO 9001:2015, IATF 16949:2016, ISO 17025:2017, AS9100 Rev D, AS9102 Rev C, CNC/VMC, Powder Metallurgy, Sintering, Cold Forging, Sizing, Induction Hardening, Anodizing, Surface Mount Technology, EDM/WEDM, Toolroom
Professional Licenses And Certifications
- IATF 16949:2016 Internal Auditor Training, QLSS Consulting, 2023-01-01
- ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Calibration & Uncertainty Measurement, NIIRT, 2023-01-01
Hobbies And Personal Interests
- Reading books
- Indoor Gardening
- Mobile Photography
- Listening Podcast
Awards
Kaizen Award, Tata Electronics, For Calibration Due Auto Reminder By Power Automate in lean days., 2023-08-01
Personal data processing
I do hereby declare that the details furnished above are true to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Software
JMP
Calypso
PCDMIS
Power Automate
Excel
Interests
Supplier quality
Incoming quality Assurance
Metrology
Inproces quality
Timeline
Quality Engineering Specialist
Titan Engineering & Automation Limited
08.2025 - Current
IPQC & Metrology
Salcomp Tech Pvt Ltd
02.2024 - 03.2025
IPQC & Metrology Engineer
TATA Electronics Pvt Ltd
10.2021 - 01.2024
Quality Assurance
Sam Vardhana Motherson Sintermetal Tech Ltd
05.2017 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechatronics
PMC Tech College (Anna University Affiliated)
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
RECT Polytechnic College (DOTE Affiliated)
Higher Secondary School - undefined
TDTA St, Michaels Hr Sec School