Kathirvel R
Salem
Summary
Dynamic quality engineering professional with over 12 years at Hyundai Motor India Ltd, excelling in BIW process quality and supplier management. Proven track record in cost reduction projects, achieving significant savings while enhancing product quality. Skilled in APQP and root cause analysis, fostering continuous improvement and effective team collaboration.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Manager - Body Parts Quality
Hyundai Motor India Ltd
Chennai
03.2012 - Current
- Company Overview: Competent Engineering Professional offering experience over 12years, with in depth knowledge and functional experience New Car Development, Body in White (BIW) Process Quality, Welding / Fabrications
- Passenger Car Body Parts Development for following breakthrough models EON, i20, Creta, Venue, Alcazar, New Santafe, Exter
- BIW Geometry & Build Quality Achievement through Parts CMM & 3D Scanning dimension optimization
- Having wide knowledge and quality analyzing skill in BIW Precision / Install & Fitment Quality
- Vehicle condition Water Leak, Noise & Fit/Finish Study & Improvements
- Work standard preparation for Engineering Order (EO) Changes & ensure smooth implementation
- Supplier Process Audit & Improvement establishments for 4M change & Volume Up Projects
- Project coordinator & Responsible for BIW parts development & on time ISIR Approval New car projects
- Responsible for planning & implementing the activities to achieve the quality targets set for New car development (BIW Precision, Weld, Sealer, Panel Gap, Torque, Appearance & Gap & Flush)
- Tracking of New Model Development (Front & Rear Floor/ Tunnel/ Cowl panel /Upper Body/ A, B, C Pillars/Hood/Trunk Lid/Doors/Tail gate/Body Side panels) Progress with Focus on Precision & BIW Build Quality issues on Each stages (Proto to SOP)
- Implementation of Quality Inspection Standards & Quality Control gate by Clear Understanding of Engineering Drawing, Concepts, Standards & Customer Specific Requirements
- Coordinate with Design, Supplier, Part Quality & Vehicle Quality Evaluation & Suggests Quality Changes
- Analysis of Quality Problems & improvement in line - Body Shop, Assy Shop, PDI & Field Reported Issues
- Periodic Process Audit of Welding/Stamping Line Assembly of BIW parts & Skin Panels and drive for Continues Improvement
- Daily Monitoring of the Critical Quality parameters & Achieve Quality Targets
- Coordination with Vendors – Part/Product development & Perform Supplier Evaluation Audits
- Proactively Analyzing of Defects & take effective Preventive counter measures
- Responsible for Parts Quality Assurance during Mass Production (MIP & Vendor - Process audit, Quality audit, Parts AOI & ISIR, Revalidations, PPAP & Supplier PPM control)
- Responsible for Customer Quality Problems Improvement in Press/Body/Paint/Assembly (Gap & flush, Welding Defects, Appearance Defects, Function & Fitment problems, Exterior & Interior Trim Parts Aesthetic, Water leak, Noise)
- Bench marking Study of Best Quality Standards & Process Improvements
- Overall Responsibility of the Quality for Supplier Parts/Receipt Inspection, In-house, PDI, Field Customer & Warranty Claims
- Competent Engineering Professional offering experience over 12years, with in depth knowledge and functional experience New Car Development, Body in White (BIW) Process Quality, Welding / Fabrications
- Taken a Lead Role Successful Completion of Venue, New Creta, EXTER Project without any Major Customer Complaints & Achieved 100 days Premium Quality Targets
- New Creta – Rear Floor RDE Variant Hole & Plug Deletion Cost Saving Project 19Lakhs/Annum
- New Creta - Gear Shift Lever Changed from Leather to PVC Cost Saving Project 28Lakhs/Annum
- Venue – Seat belt mtg nut Type Change Cost Saving Project 19Lakhs/Annum
- Creta - Dash Insulator Snap mtg Commonisation Cost Saving Project 10 Lakhs /Annum
- Root Cause Identification & Elimination of ‘A’ Plr Squeak Noise Field issue in Venue model and permanent C/Measure Taken
- Root Cause Identification & Elimination of Dash Area Water Leak Field issue in Venue model and permanent C/Measure Taken
- Creta - Front Pillar Inner Dummy Plug Deletion & Anti Noise pad Commonization Cost Saving Project 11 Lakhs/Annum
- Major Fit & Finish problems solved in i20, EON, Santro & Creta models which are reported @ customer end Such as Assembly, PDI & Dealer End
- I20 - BIW major inline Pass ratio affecting Problem solved @ in-house Body Shop
Supplier Quality Engineer - NPD
WABCO-TVS INDIA LTD
Chennai
06.2008 - 03.2012
- Company Overview: WABCO-TVS is a Leader in Air Brake systems for commercial vehicles in India & Global
- It has 4 manufacturing sites (located at Chennai, Jamshedpur, Lucknow and Mahindra World City
- TS 16949 & ISO 14001 certified
- Conduct supplier Process/Product audits & up gradation
- Evaluate and certify supplier against Quality Management requirements
- Supplier's corrective actions against non-conformity of parts Through QR6S/FTA in less than 5 days
- Set PPM targets & take actions for achieving the PPM target
- Process owner for the quality of incoming products/parts & raise required non-conformity to concern function/supplier
- Inspection of Incoming Parts & Control of Safety Critical monitoring
- Set up the procedures for the follow up of Non conformity & coordination with different functions to highlight & resolve issue (Monthly Quality issue meetings – Division wise)
- Implement methods and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the precision and reliability of critical processes
- Establish Cpk levels for critical Processes & Dimensions to ensure the Cpk levels are met
- Optimal & effective utilization of Inspectors for offsite & onsite inspection of components
- Ensure that documentation for inspection/testing procedures as per the Procedure
- Having in-depth Knowledge on NPD & APQP Processes & procedures
- Ensure that process capability studies are conducted at suppliers
- Working closing with NPD for development of new component/supplier
- Work closely with Indian supplier and global manufacturing facilities to ensure smooth quality functions
- Establish & standardize quality reporting, forms / formats etcs
- Ensure consistent high-quality products are delivered to customer on time through monthly meeting conducting with FSR (Field Service Representative)
- Coordinate with customer and implement Customer Specific Requirements (CSR)
- Coordinate and responsible for TS16949 surveillance audit and success of the audit for Supplier parts
- Cost saving & Quality Improvements through KAIZEN/QC Circle
- WABCO-TVS is a Leader in Air Brake systems for commercial vehicles in India & Global
- It has 4 manufacturing sites (located at Chennai, Jamshedpur, Lucknow and Mahindra World City
- TS 16949 & ISO 14001 certified
- Got Best performer award of the month for Sign off activity
- Improved Cpk more than 1.67 for 80% of critical parameters for machined parts
- Managed a project (Porosity level reduction in Modulator valve body-casting) which resulted in bringing down 40% rejection level into 2% through CFT
- Managed a Cost reduction project on Hose Adapter, Bar made into Forged made which the result of 4 lacks/annum cost saving
- Implement & Completion of Sample inspection lead time with in 2 days from 3 days
- Adopting Samples receiving & monitoring through SAP from manual registration
Education
B. Tech Mech. Engg (PT) -
SRM University
Chennai01.2017
Diploma in Production Eng. -
Thiagarajar Polytechnic College-Salem
Salem01.2008
Higher Secondary -
Neelambal Subramaniam Higher Secondary School-Salem
Salem01.2004
SSLC -
Sri Ramalinga Vallalar High school-Salem
Salem01.2002
Skills
- IATF/TS:16949
- QMS 9000
- APQP
- PPAP
- FMEA
- SPC
- MSA
- Kaizen
- 5S
- TPM
- CAPA
- G8D
- Why-Why
- 7QC Problem Solving tools
- SAP-QM Module
- Machining
- Welding
- Surface Protection
- Assembly
- Testing
- Quality Monitoring
- Analytical Abilities
- Measuring Instruments
- GD&T
Websites
Objective
Intend to Structure my growth in pace with the ever-changing corporate environment and make my learning curve to move in linear fashion along with growth of my functional skills coupled with overall personality development in order to face the challenging time ahead., To achieve excellence in my field, with effective Professionalism.
Travel Willingness
Yes
Languages
- Tamil, Native
- English, Business Level
Disclaimer
The above said statements were true to my knowledge & belief.
Personal Qualities
- Highly motivated
- Career minded
- Self-directed
- Self Committed individual
- Proactive team worker
- Strong relational capabilities
- Able to adapt rapidly to changing environment
Personal Information
- Passport Number: N6355244
- Passport Expiry Date: 02/21/26
- Number of Children: 2
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Associate Manager - Body Parts Quality
Hyundai Motor India Ltd
03.2012 - Current
Supplier Quality Engineer - NPD
WABCO-TVS INDIA LTD
06.2008 - 03.2012
B. Tech Mech. Engg (PT) -
SRM University
Diploma in Production Eng. -
Thiagarajar Polytechnic College-Salem
Higher Secondary -
Neelambal Subramaniam Higher Secondary School-Salem
SSLC -
Sri Ramalinga Vallalar High school-Salem
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