Pradip Lakole
Baramati
Summary
Supplier Quality Manager with 23+ years of experience in crankshaft machining, assembly operations, and child-part quality inspection including gears, counterweights, collar shafts, fasteners, pins, and precision-machined components. Expertise in APQP, PPAP, FMEA, supplier audits, capability studies, and machining process validation. Strong problem-solver with a track record of improving supplier performance, lowering defect levels, and ensuring robust inspection. Diligent with solid background in supplier quality management. Proven track record in maintaining high-quality standards and streamlining supplier processes. Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills to ensure product integrity and compliance. Quality-focused professional with extensive experience in supplier quality management. Known for enhancing supplier relationships and ensuring compliance with rigorous quality standards. Reliable and adaptable, fostering team collaboration and achieving outstanding results. Key strengths include process improvement and quality assurance.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supplier Quality Assistant Manager (IR)
BHARAT FORGE LIMITED
07.2002 - 11.2025
- Manage end-to-end supplier quality control for crankshaft machining and child parts such as gears, counterweights, collar shafts, screws, and bushings.
- To maintain monthly record of Supplier 0Km/ 3 MIS Contribution status, Child parts Layout reports , Supplier performace Rating(TPR Sheet), NC Records etc...
- Lead APQP activities with suppliers for new product development, ensuring robust planning, capability study execution, and PPAP submission.
- Perform process audits, PFMEA reviews, and control plan vitrification to ensure machining processes meet OEM/industry standards.
- Resolve complex quality issues using 8D, 5-Why, DOE, and implement durable corrective actions.
- Monitor supplier KPIs including PPM, delivery performance, NCRs, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Validate supplier machining processes (Rough turning, grinding, balancing). Review metallurgical reports (hardness, MPI, TC...) for child part components (Gears, Collar Shaft, Mounting Ring, C/W ...).
- Collaborate with design, production, and materials teams to improve manufacturability and reduce cost-of-poor-quality.
- Improve supplier capability through training, process mapping, and quality system development.
- Achieved 30% reduction in supplier PPM, 100% improvement in first-time right parts, and shortened PPAP cycle time.
Quality Engineer
SEVA MEDICAL LTD.
05.2001 - 06.2002
- Performed quality inspections and drafted reports to detail non-conforming material issues.
- Improved customer satisfaction levels with timely resolution of non-conformance issues and effective corrective actions.
- Enhanced product quality by implementing rigorous inspection procedures and conducting thorough root cause analysis.
- Developed inspection plans based on design specifications, ensuring all critical dimensions and performance criteria were verified throughout the manufacturing process.
- Conducted detailed audits to ensure adherence to ISO 9001 standards, maintaining a high level of compliance throughout the organization.
Education
DME -
RAJARAM SHINDE INSTITUTE OF ENGINEERING & TECH.
ChiplunHigher Secondary - undefined
Shri Yashwant Vidyalay
KokarudSecondary - undefined
Shri Yashwant Vidyalay
KokarudSkills
- Crankshaft & Engine Component Quality Control
- PPAP, APQP, FMEA, SPC, MSA
- IATF 16949, ISO9001, ISO/TS 16949 compliance
- Supplier Audits & Development
- Root Cause Analysis & Corrective Actions (8D, 5 Why)
- Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement
- Cross-functionalTeam Leadership
- SAP
- CMM
- ADCOLE
- Surface Roughness
- Roundness Tester
- PPAP
- APQP
- FMEA
- Control Plans
- Ms Word
- Mini tab
- Time Management
PROJECTS & ACHIVMENTS
Reduced supplier rejection rate by 30% in crankshaft child parts., Successfully launched new developments of crankshaft , AGCO ( Germany ), Cummins UK ( DAVENTRY ) & Man (Germany ) with zero PPAP delays., Awarded “Best performance of the year" by the Plant Head.
Certification
- IATF 16949 Internal Auditor
- MPI Level I & II
Languages Known
English
Hindi
Marathi
Websites, Portfolios, Profiles
https://www.linkedin.com/in/pradeep-lakole
Timeline
Supplier Quality Assistant Manager (IR)
BHARAT FORGE LIMITED
07.2002 - 11.2025
Quality Engineer
SEVA MEDICAL LTD.
05.2001 - 06.2002
Higher Secondary - undefined
Shri Yashwant Vidyalay
Secondary - undefined
Shri Yashwant Vidyalay
DME -
RAJARAM SHINDE INSTITUTE OF ENGINEERING & TECH.