Pratik Ahire
Nashik
Summary
Dedicated and quality-driven professional with over 5 years of experience in OEM new product innovation, process quality control, and supplier management. Expertise in rool cause analysis, FFR reduction, and implementation of quality tools. Strong background in vendor development, customer engagement, and continuous improvement with a proven track record of enhancing product and process performance.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager- Quality
Virtuoso Optoelectronics Ltd.-
Nashik
03.2025 - Current
- Conduct patrol inspections on the shop floor.
- Monitor process parameters (mold temperature, pressure, cycle time).
- Inspect for visual defects (short shot, flash, sink marks).
- Ensure quality using part weight, dimensional, and cosmetic checks.
- Perform final inspections per Customer Quality Requirements (CQR).
- Implement CAPA, support NPD, and participate in mold trials.
- Train operators on quality standards and work instructions.
Engineer - OEM Quality
Hindware Innovations Ltd.
Aurangabad
01.2024 - 02.2025
- Assured final product quality and monitored new components.
- Established inspection plans, test procedures, and quality systems.
- Led FFR reduction and process improvement initiatives.
- Conducted supplier audits in compliance with ISO 9001:2015.
- Performed daily testing: temperature rise, performance, and reliability.
- Tested raw materials: tensile strength, gloss, MFI, Izod impact.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to refine engineering processes and standards.
- Conducted quality assurance inspections to ensure compliance with industry regulations.
OEM Executive - Quality & Production
Voltas Ltd.
Aurangabad
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Managed production planning and control at vendor sites.
- Finalized tier 2 suppliers for Class A parts.
- Oversaw component quality and set up quality systems for new products.
- Created inspection and test plans.
- Implemented FFR reduction and process improvement projects.
- Conducted material testing and part reliability evaluations.
- Coordinated customer complaint resolutions and vendor development.
Education
MBA - Operations & Supply Chain / Marketing
Sandip Institute of Technology and Research Centre
Nashik, India11.2023
B.E. - Mechanical Engineering
Dr. D. Y. Patil College of Engineering
Pune, India11.2020
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering -
Guru Gobind Singh Polytechnic
Nashik, India05.2016
Skills
- Quality Assurance & Control
- New Product Development (NPD)
- Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
- CAPA
- Supplier & Vendor Management
- Process Improvement & FFR Reduction
- Observation
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Multitasking
- Process improvement
- Supplier quality management
Hobbies and Interests
- Travelling
- Trekking
- Music
- Football Playing
- Riding
Languages
- Hindi
- Marathi
- English
- Hindi
- Marathi
Software Proficiencies
- SAP (PP Module)
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Power Point
Timeline
Assistant Manager- Quality
Virtuoso Optoelectronics Ltd.-
03.2025 - Current
Engineer - OEM Quality
Hindware Innovations Ltd.
01.2024 - 02.2025
OEM Executive - Quality & Production
Voltas Ltd.
01.2021 - 12.2023
MBA - Operations & Supply Chain / Marketing
Sandip Institute of Technology and Research Centre
B.E. - Mechanical Engineering
Dr. D. Y. Patil College of Engineering
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering -
Guru Gobind Singh Polytechnic