New Product Development and Testing
Karthi P
Quality Manager
Tiruvannamalai,TN
Summary
Goal-focused B.E. graduate with over 8 years of expertise in supplier development, product compliance, and OEM/ODM management, dedicated to enhancing product quality through innovative strategies and process improvements. Proven leadership skills demonstrated by successfully guiding teams of over 50 engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment. Expertise in defect analysis and staff incentive techniques cultivates a vibrant workplace culture that drives productivity. Passionate about leveraging technical knowledge and leadership capabilities to achieve exceptional results in dynamic settings while promoting teamwork and adaptability.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Assistant Manager
Reach Nvy Pvt Ltd (NVY)
06.2023 - Current
- Facilitated quality system implementation and internal audit initiatives.
- Trained staff on SOPs, work instructions, and inspection techniques.
- Managed in-process and final product inspections, ensuring customer specifications were met.
- Assisted in customer complaint handling and implemented preventive measures.
- Worked with R&D and production to integrate DFMEA/PFMEA into product development.
- Conducted supplier audits and vendor quality assessments, improving vendor performance and reducing rejections.
- Led root cause analysis and implemented corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to resolve recurring quality issues.
- Developed quality KPIs and dashboards for management review and reporting.
Senior Quality Engineer
Ceezet Electronics Pvt Ltd (Yara)
07.2021 - 06.2023
- Executed design and launch of new LCMs, PBAs, and TVs within established timeline.
- Executed trial runs to pinpoint inline process failures.
- Ensured quality components received through 100% inspection of critical parts.
- Prepared monthly presentations, graphs, and various reports.
- Analyzed major dimensional issues to determine root causes for accuracy improvements.
- Created an environment fostering high performance and motivating teams.
- Followed up on ECN change parts approvals with production engineering to enhance quality.
- Defined KPIs and developed multiskilled capabilities using competency charts.
Engineer
KCM Appliances Pvt Ltd (Impex)
04.2019 - 06.2021
- Conducted research on new features and managed development processes.
- Sorted faults in new model to enhance performance and reliability.
- Developed new part codes and BOMs using SAP for improved product management.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely completion of ongoing projects.
- Applied Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA) to create Project Quality Plans (PQP).
- Managed Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) for troubleshooting quality issues.
- Oversaw major control systems replacements and modifications to optimize operations.
- Led training initiatives to improve team capabilities and knowledge retention.
Junior Engineer
CTTI India Private Limited, A FOXCONN - SONY tech.
06.2018 - 04.2019
- Managed product life cycle from prototype validation to end of life for various models.
- Oversaw bill of material, engineering change, and product specification management.
- Conducted market voice of customer validation and proposed improvement tasks for future models.
- Defined product portfolio for all OEM products to enhance strategic alignment.
- Managed global testing operations and ensured timely approbation processes.
- Implemented in-line process quality control measures and addressed field failure improvements.
- Monitored inventory levels and executed effective control strategies.
- Served as junior engineer in testing engineering within product engineering operations.
Graduate Engineering Training
Srimukha Pricision Product
11.2017 - 06.2018
- Conducted thorough inspections and documented incoming materials to ensure compliance.
- Performed testing and measurement of raw materials for quality assurance.
- Monitored line audits to maintain operational efficiency.
- Defined and updated quality standards for new and existing products according to country requirements.
- Planned and led development stages from product validation to shipment release approval.
- Reduced downtime significantly by implementing effective countermeasures.
- Enhanced line productivity through the introduction of jigs and fixtures.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Annamalaiar College of Engineering
08.2014 - 05.2017
Skills
Quality management expertise
Additional Information
- Currently pursuing Lean Six Sigma training to strengthen expertise in quality management and process excellence.”
Interests
Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
Industry 40 and Smart Manufacturing
Problem-Solving Workshops
Hobbies (Physical Activity)
- Playing Outdoor Sports
- Running / Jogging
- Yoga & Meditation
Accomplishments
- Got a silver medal in the volleyball zone-level tournament during 2017
- Got a gold medal in cricket in the intercollege tournament during 2016 and 2017
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Reach Nvy Pvt Ltd (NVY)
06.2023 - Current
Senior Quality Engineer
Ceezet Electronics Pvt Ltd (Yara)
07.2021 - 06.2023
Engineer
KCM Appliances Pvt Ltd (Impex)
04.2019 - 06.2021
Junior Engineer
CTTI India Private Limited, A FOXCONN - SONY tech.
06.2018 - 04.2019
Graduate Engineering Training
Srimukha Pricision Product
11.2017 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Annamalaiar College of Engineering
08.2014 - 05.2017
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