Dynamic quality management professional with extensive experience at Zimmer Automation Pvt. Ltd. Proven track record in leading Root Cause Analysis and implementing effective quality control systems. Skilled in supplier audits and fostering team collaboration, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001:2015 standards while enhancing product quality and operational efficiency.
Overview
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Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager Quality Management
ZIMMER AUTOMATION PVT. LTD
Kikvi, Pune
01.2024 - Current
Developed and implemented quality control procedures and systems aligned with organizational objectives and quality standards.
Managed incoming material inspection activities to ensure compliance with technical specifications and quality requirements.
Conducted stage-wise and final inspections of heavy fabrication, machining components, and assemblies at supplier sites, ensuring compliance with drawings, specifications, and quality standards for robot movers, gantries, and gripper systems.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to establish product acceptance criteria and disposition of non-conforming products.
Led Root Cause Analysis (RCA), 8D investigations, and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) to address defects and prevent recurrence.
Prepared and maintained quality reports, inspection records, audit findings, and quality performance metrics for management review.
Performed new supplier qualification audits and annual supplier performance evaluations as per company standards.
Worked closely with suppliers to ensure the quality of purchased materials, components, and outsourced services.
Created and maintained inspection plans, supplier complaints, customer complaints, and calibration records in the CAQ system.
Coordinated with global quality teams to ensure effective implementation of CAQ and Quality Management System (QMS) requirements.
Supported continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, supplier performance, and process capability.
Ensured compliance with ISO 9001:2015 standards and maintained quality documentation to support audit readiness and regulatory requirements.
Senior Engineer Quality
GEFIT INDIA TECHNOLOGIES PVT.LTD.
Chakan, Pune
06.2020 - 12.2024
Developed and implemented a plan for achieving ISO 9001-2015 certification, ensuring alignment with quality standards.
Updated internal control and operational management policies and procedures to enhance compliance and operational efficiency.
Conducted internal audits and management reviews, highlighting key findings and discussing strategies with the team.
Translate the overall QMS thrust area into concrete plans for the dept.
Monitoring quality reports (GRN clearance/Line Rejection/customer complaints/vendor rejection/audit) and constantly interact with the respective team to attain the KPIs.
Conducted vendor rejection analysis to identify quality concerns and areas for improvement..
Coordination with Gefit Dalian Team for effective implementation of group QMS.
Manage standard room activities to maintain compliance with operational procedures, including instrument calibration and AMC.
Performed Quality Inspection and drafted reports to detail non-confirming material issues.
Carry out Executed line rejection of defective parts during assembly processes. of the parts rejected in Assembly/packing/storing stages and addressing the CAPA with team.
Coordinate with suppliers/vendors for quality related issues and guide/support them resolve requirements.
Sr. Engineer Quality
COESIA INDIA PVT.LTD.
Pune
01.2015 - 02.2020
Managed incoming part quality and ensured fit and function in final assembly.
Conducted assembly inspections and factory acceptance tests.
Inspection of machined, Sheet Metal & fabricated parts.
Conducted shop floor visits to review current issues, develop action plans, and identify improvement actions with suppliers.
Planned, organized, and monitored work progress and schedules to meet deadlines and implement QA/QC plans.
Created detailed process work instructions and quality plans; prepared comprehensive inspection reports to document quality evaluations..
Set standards for housekeeping, 5S & safety and ensure a safe working environment on the shop floor.
Monitored and maintained measuring instruments and gauges in proper working condition.
Monitor & Update the List of Measuring Instruments / Gauges, Calibration Plan.
<ul>
<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC<ul>
<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC