PRABHUDHARAN G
Senior Supplier Quality Engineer
Chennai
Summary
"Experienced Supplier Quality Senior Engineer with 16 years of collaboration with Quality cum supply chain partners to ensure top-notch quality production components. Maintains high supplier standards while fostering strong business relationships. Skilled at guiding manufacturing allies to improve contributions with practical advice."
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Senior Supplier Quality Engineer
Johnson Electric Private Limited
Chennai
01.2018 - Current
- For all new components, PPAP documents need to get from the supplier's and need to be reviewed in detail & approved by PSW accordingly,
- Expertize in the commodity of Cables, PCBA's, Injection Components, Diecasting, Actuators, & HVAC's.
- Championed knowledge sharing among colleagues through training sessions focused on supplier quality best practices.
- Coordinated effective communication between internal teams and suppliers, ensuring alignment on goals and expectations.
- Identified areas of risk within the supply chain by performing thorough risk assessments on critical components or materials.
- Improved supplier performance by conducting comprehensive audits and implementing corrective actions.
- Enhanced product quality with thorough review of supplier processes and documentation.
- Conducted regular reviews of approved vendor lists, ensuring continued adherence to company standards and regulatory requirements.
- Provided ongoing support to cross-functional teams, ensuring timely resolution of supply chain challenges.
- Managed product change notifications from suppliers, minimizing disruptions to production schedules.
- Set up ongoing supplier site evaluation parameters to maintain quality control standards over long-term relationships.
- Traveled to assigned supplier facilities to verify supplier staff qualifications via multiple modes of inspection and investigation.
- Maintained amiable relationships with suppliers through difficult quality control issues, supporting healthy business interactions.
- Provided capability assessment and testing for individuals and teams assigned by suppliers.
- Resolved supplier quality control issues through collaboration with third-party leadership.
- Analyzed issues with supplier contributions to detect defect trends, reporting findings to appropriate personnel.
- Supplier quality performance is prepared monthly in terms of SPR and shared with all suppliers
- Streamlined the supplier qualification process by developing efficient evaluation tools and criteria.
- Conducted supplier audits to detect pre-production weaknesses in supply chain and human resource assets.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers, fostering a collaborative atmosphere to address quality issues.
- Conducted root cause analyses for supplier-related defects, effectively reducing recurring issues.
- Conduct VDA 6.3 Annual process audit on all Import and Local supplier
- On weekly basis supplier quality meetings conduct and reduce the month-wise issue at the supplier end
- Process Capability monitored on monthly basis and follow up to increase the capability
- At both Import and Local suppliers, Annual process Audit need to adhere as per yearly audit plan
- Follow up with suppliers for ICAR closures (Internal Corrective Action Report) which generate in portal as per time frame submission
Engineer Quality / Purchase Reporting to Supply Chain Management Head
Reliable Polymers
Chennai
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Customer End ‘ZERO’ Defects Achievement, Organizing Managing Review, Rejection monitor’s and control, Field failure reduction, Quality Planning Activities in New Products
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
- Developed positive working relationships with stakeholders to effectively coordinate work activities.
- Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
- Supported quality team members during corrective action updates.
- Led problem-solving activities to quickly identify and permanently resolve quality and productivity issues.
- Optimized engineering processes by implementing innovative solutions and streamlining workflow.
- Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
Quality Engineer
Magna Closures Automotive (P) Ltd
Chennai
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Assembly of Window Regulator for Nissan, Volkswagen
- Manufacturing All Door inner handles cables for Ford, Volkswagen & Fiat
- Customer End ‘ZERO’ Defects Achievement, Organizing Managing Review, Rejection monitor’s and control, Field failure reduction
- Quality Planning Activities in New Products
- Established robust documentation systems for tracking product specifications, test results, and change requests in an organized manner
- Improved customer satisfaction levels with timely resolution of non-conformance issues and effective corrective actions
- Optimized supplier performance through regular assessment and feedback, leading to increased product reliability and cost savings
Supplier Quality Engineer (SQA)
Magna Closures Automotive (P) Ltd
Chennai
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Assembly of Window Regulator for Nissan, Volkswagen
- Manufacturing All Door inner handles cables for Ford, Volkswagen & Fiat
- Customer End ‘ZERO’ Defects Achievement, Organizing Managing Review, Rejection monitor’s and control, Field failure reduction
- Quality Planning Activities in New Products
- Improved team productivity by providing technical guidance and mentoring junior engineers.
- Conducted rigorous quality assurance tests, identifying areas of improvement for product optimization.
- Achieved successful project outcomes by maintaining accurate documentation and meeting strict deadlines.
- Established strong working relationships with suppliers through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
- Developed planning criteria for integrating and enabling new technologies.
- Developed work plans for various personnel roles based on strengths and talents.
- Wrote, reviewed and edited technical document in accordance with template requirements.
- Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
- Prepared action plans for problematic processes and assets.
Trainee Employee - Product Development
Visteon Automotive System India Private Limit
Chennai
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Manufacturing of all Air Conditioning System parts like HVAC, AC Lines, Radiators, Intercoolers, Condensers and Compressors
- Evaluated trainee progress through skill assessments and performance reviews, ensuring ongoing development
- Organized engaging team-building activities that fostered strong connections between participants and enhanced group dynamics
- Developed strong working relationships with trainees, fostering a supportive learning environment
- Filled out timesheets and paperwork according to identified requirements
- Shadowed senior team members to learn all related jobs and tasks
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement
Scheme Apprentice
Visteon Automotive System India Private Limit
Chennai
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Manufacturing of all Air Conditioning System parts like HVAC, AC Lines, Radiators, Intercoolers, Condensers and Compressors
- Demonstrated eagerness to learn by asking questions and seeking clarification when necessary
- Supported project teams by conducting research, compiling data, and preparing reports as needed
- Completed assigned tasks efficiently and accurately, contributing to overall project success
- Built strong relationships with team members and supervisors, fostering a positive work environment
- Prioritized and accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes
- Graduated from the apprenticeship program with a solid foundation in industry-specific knowledge
- Assisted with problem-solving efforts on challenging projects, developing critical thinking abilities
Education
Bachelor Degree - Mechanical Engineering
Institute of Management & Engineering Study, IMES Group
India 09.2011 - 09.2014
Diploma in Automobile Engineering - Automobile Engineering
Valliammai Polytechnic Collage, Kattankulathur, SRM Group
Chennai, Tamilnadu 04.2004 - 04.2007
AutoCAD "Automated Computer Aided Design" - Design
Mech-Ann Engineering Hub Pvt Ltd
Chennai 07.2007 - 09.2007
Internal Auditing of Quality Management System ISO / TS 16949:2009 - Auditing
FOURYES TQM CONSULTANTS
CHENNAI 08.2011 - 08.2011
German Association of The Automotive Industry - Automotive Engineering Auditor
Process Auditor VDA 6.3
TUV SUD South Asia 12.2018 -
Skills
Corrective & Preventive Action (CAPA)
undefinedAccomplishments
- Won the Best Employee Award for 2020 for supplier improvement activities.
- Appreciation certified from JE for Supplier end cost reduction.
- JE Marble Snapshot appreciation received globally for most no. program participation.
- Co-ordination with Overseas suppliers for problem solving viz. China & France
- Specialist in Cables, Injection Component, Pad Printing and PCB
- Come up with a new idea that improved at supplier end on cost & Quality.
- Identified a problem and solve it within 8D submission time frame as per JE standard.
Functional Expertise
Supplier Audits
Cables lever Systems
Injection Components and Tooling
HVAC - Heat Ventilation & Air Condition Systems Assembly and its child components
Actuators Assembly and its child components
Cooling Systems
Window Regulators
Internal Process Audit
Personal Information
- Passport Number: H9319348
- Passport Place Of Issue: Chennai
- Father's Name: Gangadharan A
- Date of Birth: 04/03/86
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Hindu
- Marital Status: Married
Technical Skill
Certified VDA 6.3 Auditor (External & Internal), Automotive Core tools, PPAP, New product launch Qualification, Global 8 Disciplines, Master CADD.
Affirmation
I hereby declare that the above furnished details are true to the best of my knowledge.
Timeline
German Association of The Automotive Industry - Automotive Engineering Auditor
Process Auditor VDA 6.3
12.2018 -
Senior Supplier Quality Engineer
Johnson Electric Private Limited
01.2018 - Current
Engineer Quality / Purchase Reporting to Supply Chain Management Head
Reliable Polymers
01.2014 - 01.2018
Bachelor Degree - Mechanical Engineering
Institute of Management & Engineering Study, IMES Group
09.2011 - 09.2014
Internal Auditing of Quality Management System ISO / TS 16949:2009 - Auditing
FOURYES TQM CONSULTANTS
08.2011 - 08.2011
Quality Engineer
Magna Closures Automotive (P) Ltd
01.2011 - 01.2013
Supplier Quality Engineer (SQA)
Magna Closures Automotive (P) Ltd
01.2009 - 01.2011
Trainee Employee - Product Development
Visteon Automotive System India Private Limit
01.2008 - 01.2009
AutoCAD "Automated Computer Aided Design" - Design
Mech-Ann Engineering Hub Pvt Ltd
07.2007 - 09.2007
Scheme Apprentice
Visteon Automotive System India Private Limit
01.2007 - 01.2008
Diploma in Automobile Engineering - Automobile Engineering
Valliammai Polytechnic Collage, Kattankulathur, SRM Group
04.2004 - 04.2007
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