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Pranita Kumthekar

Pranita Kumthekar

Mumbai

Summary

Quality Manager with extensive experience at Sacardande Engineers Pvt. Ltd., specializing in ISO/IEC 17025:2017 compliance and internal auditing. Proven track record in enhancing Quality Management Systems and mentoring teams, ensuring high standards in calibration and customer service. Skilled in risk management and documentation, driving continual improvement initiatives.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality Manager

Sacardande Engineers Pvt. Ltd.
Navi Mumbai
07.2023 - Current
  • Company Overview: NABL-Accredited Lab.
  • Lead daily calibration lab operations in line with ISO/IEC 17025:2017.
  • Develop and maintain Quality Management Systems (QMS).
  • Plan and conduct internal audits, manage non-conformities, and ensure timely corrective and preventive actions.
  • Mentor staff on calibration procedures and quality compliance.
  • Handle customer audits, and manage quality documentation and records.
  • Maintain and control over quality documentation and ensure all personnel use the current,approved versions.
  • Ensure risk assessment and opportunities for improvement are identified and managed effectively.
  • Handle and investigate customer complaints; ensure effective resolutions and documentation.
  • Coordinate training and competency assessments for technical staff in relation to the quality system.
  • Strong ability to handle customer feedback and complaints professionally and systematically.
  • Skilled in root cause analysis and the implementation of continual improvement initiatives.
  • Liaise with external bodies (e.g., accreditation bodies) during assessments and audits.
  • Support the laboratory in maintaining impartiality, confidentiality, and compliance with technical standards.

Lab Incharge - Mass & Volume

Sacardande Engineers Pvt. Ltd.
03.2021 - 07.2023
  • Served as the Authorized Signatory for Mass, Volume, Thermal, and Electro-Technical disciplines.
  • Managed daily calibration planning, certificate preparation, and uncertainty estimation.
  • Performed preventive maintenance, and coordinated Proficiency Test and inter-laboratory comparisons (ILCs).
  • Executed calibrations for weights, balances, micropipettes, temperature, and RH sensors, multimeters, power analyzers, and more.
  • Provided technical assistance to customers, and ensured high service quality at the lab and onsite.
  • Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
  • Uncertainty calculation and CMC demonstration during the external/NABL audit.

Lab Incharge - Mass & Volume

Archerchem Calibration Pvt. Ltd.
Mumbai
04.2018 - 11.2020
  • Company Overview: NABL Accredited Lab
  • Maintained calibration documentation as per NABL and ISO standards.
  • Conducted calibrations across mass, volume, thermal, and electro-technical parameters.
  • Ensured effective workload management and certification processes.
  • Uphold quality compliance, and participate in on-site calibration assignments.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) - Instrumentation

Mumbai University
Mumbai

Skills

  • ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Compliance
  • Internal Auditing & QMS Implementation
  • Calibration & Measurement Uncertainty
  • Team Leadership & Staff Training
  • Documentation & Certification
  • Customer & Regulatory Audits
  • Liaise with external bodies (eg Accreditation bodies) during assessments and audits
  • Risk Management & Root Cause Analysis
  • Mass, Volume, Thermal, and Electro-Technical Calibration
  • Programming: Microprocessor & Microcontroller Programming

Certification

  • Internal Auditor Training - ISO/IEC 17025:2017
  • Workshop on Field Instrumentation - RCF, Chembur
  • Course in Design and Detail Engineering - Suchi Engineers

Accomplishments

  • Promoted to Quality Manager, 07/01/23
  • Promoted to Lab Incharge, 03/01/19

Languages

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Marathi

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 03/02/93
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Marital Status: Unmarried

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Quality Manager

Sacardande Engineers Pvt. Ltd.
07.2023 - Current

Lab Incharge - Mass & Volume

Sacardande Engineers Pvt. Ltd.
03.2021 - 07.2023

Lab Incharge - Mass & Volume

Archerchem Calibration Pvt. Ltd.
04.2018 - 11.2020

Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) - Instrumentation

Mumbai University
Pranita Kumthekar