Kuldeep Singh
Hosur
Summary
Experienced Business Manager with extensive background in Plant Operations and Technical Development. Over 25 years of success in the Manufacturing sector, particularly in Sheet Metal and Shocker industries. Known for implementing best practices that boost efficiency and profitability while fostering professional development. Results-driven professional with a strong foundation in quality management and operational leadership. Cultivated high-performance teams through effective training and mentoring, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Strengthened customer relationships through proactive issue resolution and compliance auditing.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
AGM-HOD-Quality Assurance
Nahars Engg. India Pvt. Ltd.
Hosur, Tamilnadu
01.2026 - Current
- Ensured plant manufacturing processes met quality assurance standards and maintained high customer QPR ratings.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Achieved service time and quality targets.
- Managed complaints with calm, clear communication and problem-solving.
- Conducted weekly meetings with customer San to review frame consistency improvement progress.
- Developed action plans addressing customer complaints to enhance service delivery.
- Facilitated daily team reviews focused on sustaining Poka-Yoke practices and improvement strategies.
- Led weekly discussions regarding adherence to DWM and various operational audits.
- Managed monthly CMM reviews to assess RC parameters and layout plan compliance.
- Oversaw WPR meetings to ensure weld penetration reports aligned with project specifications.
- Directed customer audits for WQR, system compliance, and IATF 16949:2016 assessments.
- Handled customer concerns and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Trained and mentored employees to maximise team performance.
- Developed excellent working knowledge of industry trends and improvements in processes.
- Resolved customer queries and problems using effective communication and providing step-by-step solutions.
Sr. Manager
Allied Resonac Brake India Pvt Ltd.
Neemrana, Rajasthan
05.2020 - 12.2025
- Directed customer audits as per VDA 6.3 and IATF 16949:2016 standards.
- Monitored staff performance and developed improvement plans.
- Managed crisis situations, mitigating risks and maintaining business continuity during challenging periods.
- Conducted performance evaluations, identifying areas for improvement and implementing bespoke training programmes.
- Coordinated strategic plans for administrative services management and optimisation to best use available resources.
- Implemented Resonac standards and CSR guidelines throughout project development phase.
- Oversaw friction materials operations, integrating production, quality assurance, and machinery maintenance.
- Developed performance measurement systems to optimize plant operations and productivity.
- Controlled capital and operational budgets while managing improvement initiatives focused on PQCDSM goals.
- Reduced COPQ from 0.5% to 0.1% through strategic process enhancements.
- Facilitated safe product launches for BI and overseas customers without escalations.
- Achieved a dramatic decrease in inspection time through machine dependency improvements.
Sr. Manager (QUALITY ASSURANCE)
M/S Jay Bharat Auto System Pvt. Ltd.
Ahmedabad
05.2016 - 03.2020
- Oversaw quality assurance for sheet metal operations involving stamping and welding.
- Enhanced product accuracy through targeted training and compliance audits.
- Developed and controlled capital and operational budget to optimize resources.
- Established systems to reduce machine dependency, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Aligned systems with diverse customer requirements to ensure satisfaction.
- Executed new product development initiatives successfully.
- Implemented and maintained QMS principles across all manufacturing processes.
- Achieved Ford Q1 certification and sustained customer PPM below 40.
Manager (Quality Assurance)
Escorts Ltd — EAP Division
Faridabad
11.2011 - 04.2016
- Directed Quality Assurance team to optimize manufacturing processes.
- Executed QMS implementation aligned with ISO/TS 16949:2009 standards.
- Served as Management Representative coordinating with certifying bodies for QMS compliance.
- Managed customer engagements for TATA, SUZUKI, PIAGGIO, and TVS while ensuring timely resolution of issues.
- Facilitated process enhancements through collaboration with Manufacturing Engineering.
- Integrated PFD, PFMEA, Control Plans, and check sheets for streamlined operations.
- Ensured successful new product launches by overseeing development phases.
- Resolved all customer complaints efficiently with thorough documentation of countermeasures.
Dy. Manager (Quality and Manufacturing)
M/s Automotive Stampings & Assembles Ltd. (Taco Group)
Pantnagar
10.2010 - 11.2011
- Oversaw production in press shop, die maintenance, and tool room operations.
- Planned and ensured productivity of sheet metal components and weld assemblies according to schedule.
- Collaborated with new development department to approve components meeting quality standards.
- Streamlined processes by consolidating tasks and eliminating inefficiencies.
- Improved operational performance to align with organizational goals.
- Balanced production line through effective time studies and manpower allocation.
- Selected as a future leader among 40 top employees in Taco group's Drive project.
- Implemented SAP solutions for enhanced manufacturing workflow.
Assist. Manager (Press & Weld shop)
Jay Bharat Maruti Ltd, Gurgaon-IBM Group
Gurgaon
07.2007 - 10.2010
- Shop In-Charge responsible for In-Process Quality of Sheet Metal & Weld Assemblies.
Sr. Engineer (Press & Weld shop)
Rasandik Engg. Industry India Ltd
Greater Noida
11.2005 - 06.2007
- Responsible for Quality of Sheet Metal Parts (Tractor Exhaust Systems & Fuel Tanks).
Engineer (Press & Weld shop)
Spack Automotive Ltd.
Greater Noida
03.2002 - 11.2005
- Responsible for In-Process Quality of sheet Metal and Seat components.
Education
B.E - Mechanical Engineering
REC Gulbarga
01.2001
Higher Secondary -
Ajmer Board Rajasthan
01.1993
Skills
- Fraction & Molding Engineering
- Weld & Press
- Engineering
- Time & Motion study
- Low Cost Automation
- Core Tools (SPC, MSA, FMEA, APQP, PPAP)
- TPM
- Part PIST
- Enhancement
- Cost optimization
- QC Tools
- COPQ Reduction
- Failure Management
- Budget and Finance
- Strategic Management
- Integrity
- Non violation of trust
- Crisis Management
- Leadership & Mentoring
- Team Building
- Quality Assurance
- Quality Control
- Breakdown & Root Cause Analysis
- Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, WQR Audits, ISO45001)
- EHS
- Kaizen
- 5S
- Layered process audits
- Safety audits
- QMS
- QMRM
- FMEA
- Control plan
- 8D
- New product development
- Component development
- Quality management
- Compliance auditing
- Root cause analysis
- Crisis management
- Continuous improvement
- Calm under pressure
- Leadership
- Team leadership and motivation
- Team building
- Training and mentoring
- Effective communication
- Customer relationship management
- Performance evaluation
- Team leadership
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Customer focused
- Deadline management
Languages
Hindi
English
Custom Section
- Integrity
- Non violation of trust
- Crisis Management
- Leadership & Mentoring
- Team Building
Training
- VDA6.3 Certification - 2 Days, Neemrana.
- MDP Modules - 3 Days.
- DOE Training through ACMA - 2 Days.
- Advance Welding Technology & NDT.
- Time study/ Line balancing.
- SAP/ ERP.
- Approach towards SIX SIGMA, Ford Motors Gujarat.
- IATF Internal Auditor by TUV SUD, Quality Core Tools (FMEA, APQP, PPAP, Control Plan, SPC & MSA) at MACE Gurgaon.
Certification
- Certified IATF Internal Auditor from TUV SUD
- Certified For Core Tools from TUV SUD
- Certified VDA 6.3 From TUV SUD
- Certified For MACE Audit from ACMA
- Certified For DOE From ACMA
- Appreciation Letter from Ford India For Q1 certification
- MDP Modules
- Advance Welding Technology & NDT
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the above particulars furnished are true to the best of my knowledge.
Interests
- Watching movies and listening music
Timeline
AGM-HOD-Quality Assurance
Nahars Engg. India Pvt. Ltd.
01.2026 - Current
Sr. Manager
Allied Resonac Brake India Pvt Ltd.
05.2020 - 12.2025
Sr. Manager (QUALITY ASSURANCE)
M/S Jay Bharat Auto System Pvt. Ltd.
05.2016 - 03.2020
Manager (Quality Assurance)
Escorts Ltd — EAP Division
11.2011 - 04.2016
Dy. Manager (Quality and Manufacturing)
M/s Automotive Stampings & Assembles Ltd. (Taco Group)
10.2010 - 11.2011
Assist. Manager (Press & Weld shop)
Jay Bharat Maruti Ltd, Gurgaon-IBM Group
07.2007 - 10.2010
Sr. Engineer (Press & Weld shop)
Rasandik Engg. Industry India Ltd
11.2005 - 06.2007
Engineer (Press & Weld shop)
Spack Automotive Ltd.
03.2002 - 11.2005
B.E - Mechanical Engineering
REC Gulbarga
Higher Secondary -
Ajmer Board Rajasthan