RAKESH CHANDRA PUROHIT
Quality Assurance
Chamoli
Summary
We have 12 years of experience in Quality Assurance and Process Engineering, seeking a challenging role where my expertise in improving quality standards, optimizing processes, and reducing costs can significantly contribute to organizational success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Management Representative - Quality Assurance
M/S Kartik Enterprises (Associate Siemens Group)
03.2024 - Current
- Develop and implement quality assurance plans by conducting hazard analyses and monitoring procedures.
- Establish product specifications and quality attributes, validating processes for compliance.
- Prepare quality documentation and reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing performance trends.
- Train, motivate, and manage teams to ensure adherence to quality standards and improve processes.
- Conduct regular internal audits and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Management Representative - Quality Assurance
M/S Kartik Enterprises (Associate Siemens Group)
03.2024 - Current
- Develop and implement quality assurance plans by conducting hazard analyses and monitoring procedures.
- Establish product specifications and quality attributes, validating processes for compliance.
- Prepare quality documentation and reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing performance trends.
- Train, motivate, and manage teams to ensure adherence to quality standards and improve processes.
- Conduct regular internal audits and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Partner
M/S Rubpress Engineering Company
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Co-founded Rubpress Engineering Company, specializing in precision manufacturing of automotive and industrial components.
- Managed daily operations, including production planning, quality control, and customer relations, ensuring the highest standards of quality and efficiency.
- Implemented process optimization strategies that led to significant improvements in operational efficiency and reduced production costs.
- Led business development efforts, successfully acquiring new clients and maintaining long-term relationships with key suppliers and customers.
- Directed a team of engineers and technicians, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and innovation.
- Managed financial operations, including cost estimation, budgeting, and financial reporting to ensure profitability and sustainable growth.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards, regulations, and customer specifications, consistently meeting project deadlines and quality benchmarks.
Partner
M/S Rubpress Engineering Company
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Co-founded Rubpress Engineering Company, specializing in precision manufacturing of automotive and industrial components.
- Managed daily operations, including production planning, quality control, and customer relations, ensuring the highest standards of quality and efficiency.
- Implemented process optimization strategies that led to significant improvements in operational efficiency and reduced production costs.
- Led business development efforts, successfully acquiring new clients and maintaining long-term relationships with key suppliers and customers.
- Directed a team of engineers and technicians, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and innovation.
- Managed financial operations, including cost estimation, budgeting, and financial reporting to ensure profitability and sustainable growth.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards, regulations, and customer specifications, consistently meeting project deadlines and quality benchmarks.
Quality Incharge
M/S Siddhi Plast India
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Ensured the adherence to safety standards, 5S practices, and equipment calibration on the shop floor.
- Conducted final inspection of materials as per the sampling plan, ensuring conformity to ISO standards.
- Managed rejection control and ensured rejected material did not bypass packaging/customer delivery.
- Provided training to operators, inspectors, and helpers, maintaining records of training activities.
- Analyzed rework and rejection data daily and shared insights through management information systems (MIS).
- Ensured all equipment and gauges were calibrated as per the schedule and maintained calibration records.
Quality Incharge
M/S Siddhi Plast India
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Ensured the adherence to safety standards, 5S practices, and equipment calibration on the shop floor.
- Conducted final inspection of materials as per the sampling plan, ensuring conformity to ISO standards.
- Managed rejection control and ensured rejected material did not bypass packaging/customer delivery.
- Provided training to operators, inspectors, and helpers, maintaining records of training activities.
- Analyzed rework and rejection data daily and shared insights through management information systems (MIS).
- Ensured all equipment and gauges were calibrated as per the schedule and maintained calibration records.
Engineer - Quality Assurance & Tool Design
M/S Indian Rubber Products
01.2016 - 01.2021
- Supervised quality inspections, including die validation and first-piece approvals for rubber-molded parts.
- Managed in-process inspection, production, rejection, and rework analysis to ensure product quality.
- Designed jigs, fixtures, and gauges for rubber-molded components, ensuring alignment with specifications.
- Led CAPA initiatives using 8D methodology, analyzing and addressing quality concerns.
- Conducted red-tag analysis and worked with the cross-functional team to improve non-conformance handling.
- Prepared PPAP and CAPA reports, ensuring compliance with customer requirements and industry standards.
Engineer - Quality Assurance & Tool Design
M/S Indian Rubber Products
01.2016 - 01.2021
- Supervised quality inspections, including die validation and first-piece approvals for rubber-molded parts.
- Managed in-process inspection, production, rejection, and rework analysis to ensure product quality.
- Designed jigs, fixtures, and gauges for rubber-molded components, ensuring alignment with specifications.
- Led CAPA initiatives using 8D methodology, analyzing and addressing quality concerns.
- Conducted red-tag analysis and worked with the cross-functional team to improve non-conformance handling.
- Prepared PPAP and CAPA reports, ensuring compliance with customer requirements and industry standards.
Engineer - Quality Assurance
M/S MM Auto Industries Ltd
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Managed 5S, Kaizen, and other lean manufacturing practices to drive continuous improvement in the shop floor.
- Led the preparation of PPAP documents, including PFMEA, Process Flow Charts (PFC), and Control Plans.
- Conducted training sessions for new operators on processes, tools, and quality standards.
- Analyzed production, rejection, and rework data, implementing corrective actions for quality issues.
- Led the design and maintenance of tools, jigs, fixtures, and gauges for manufacturing.
- Conducted time studies and cycle time reduction projects to improve production efficiency.
- Led CAPA activities and problem-solving initiatives (8D structure) to address quality and process issues.
- Collaborated with Maruti Suzuki on lean manufacturing projects (Tier-1 supplier).
Engineer - Quality Assurance
M/S MM Auto Industries Ltd
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Managed 5S, Kaizen, and other lean manufacturing practices to drive continuous improvement in the shop floor.
- Led the preparation of PPAP documents, including PFMEA, Process Flow Charts (PFC), and Control Plans.
- Conducted training sessions for new operators on processes, tools, and quality standards.
- Analyzed production, rejection, and rework data, implementing corrective actions for quality issues.
- Led the design and maintenance of tools, jigs, fixtures, and gauges for manufacturing.
- Conducted time studies and cycle time reduction projects to improve production efficiency.
- Led CAPA activities and problem-solving initiatives (8D structure) to address quality and process issues.
- Collaborated with Maruti Suzuki on lean manufacturing projects (Tier-1 supplier).
Engineer - Process Engineering
M/S Escorts Limited (Railway Equipment Division)
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Led the implementation of Poka-Yoke systems on the production line to prevent defects.
- Maintained 5S and Kaizen practices to optimize production efficiency and reduce waste.
- Facilitated cost-saving initiatives, identifying and implementing process improvements.
- Conducted Why-Why analysis and root cause investigations to address production issues.
- Responsible for new vendor selection, purchase order management, and vendor quality assurance.
- Prepared PPAP documentation (PFMEA, Control Plan, SOPs), and ensured smooth process implementation.
- Provided technical guidance to operators and conducted tool maintenance training.
- Assisted in new product line setup and fixture/tool design for final product fitment.
Engineer - Process Engineering
M/S Escorts Limited (Railway Equipment Division)
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Led the implementation of Poka-Yoke systems on the production line to prevent defects.
- Maintained 5S and Kaizen practices to optimize production efficiency and reduce waste.
- Facilitated cost-saving initiatives, identifying and implementing process improvements.
- Conducted Why-Why analysis and root cause investigations to address production issues.
- Responsible for new vendor selection, purchase order management, and vendor quality assurance.
- Prepared PPAP documentation (PFMEA, Control Plan, SOPs), and ensured smooth process implementation.
- Provided technical guidance to operators and conducted tool maintenance training.
- Assisted in new product line setup and fixture/tool design for final product fitment.
Education
Six-Month Diploma - undefined
Computer Applications
Advanced Diploma - undefined
CADD Engineering
01.2010
Diploma - undefined
Mechanical Engineering
01.2008
Skills
Quality Assurance
Process Optimization
PPAP
PFMEA
Control Plans
APQP
Lean Manufacturing
5S
Kaizen
Poka-Yoke
CAPA
8D Problem Solving
Root Cause Analysis
Tool Design
Fixture Development
Jig Development
GD&T
MSA
SPC
AutoCAD
CATIA
MS Office
Accomplishments
- Awarded Best Kaizen for reducing rejection at Escorts Ltd.
- National Safety Day Award at MM Auto Industries
- Successful collaboration with Maruti Suzuki for Lean Manufacturing (Tier-1)
- Led tool development & process improvement projects in multiple organizations.
- Contributed to cost-saving initiatives and quality improvements, achieving measurable outcomes.
Training And Development
- BHEL, Haridwar - One-month training, 2007-07-01, 2008-07-01
- IVRCL, Tehri - One-month training, 2008-04-01, 2008-04-30
- Training in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and ISO standards
- APQP, FMEA, PPAP, MSA, SPC training
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 1985-06-30
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Management Representative - Quality Assurance
M/S Kartik Enterprises (Associate Siemens Group)
03.2024 - Current
Management Representative - Quality Assurance
M/S Kartik Enterprises (Associate Siemens Group)
03.2024 - Current
Partner
M/S Rubpress Engineering Company
01.2022 - 01.2024
Partner
M/S Rubpress Engineering Company
01.2022 - 01.2024
Quality Incharge
M/S Siddhi Plast India
09.2021 - 04.2022
Quality Incharge
M/S Siddhi Plast India
09.2021 - 04.2022
Engineer - Quality Assurance & Tool Design
M/S Indian Rubber Products
01.2016 - 01.2021
Engineer - Quality Assurance & Tool Design
M/S Indian Rubber Products
01.2016 - 01.2021
Engineer - Quality Assurance
M/S MM Auto Industries Ltd
01.2014 - 01.2016
Engineer - Quality Assurance
M/S MM Auto Industries Ltd
01.2014 - 01.2016
Engineer - Process Engineering
M/S Escorts Limited (Railway Equipment Division)
01.2010 - 01.2014
Engineer - Process Engineering
M/S Escorts Limited (Railway Equipment Division)
01.2010 - 01.2014
Six-Month Diploma - undefined
Computer Applications
Advanced Diploma - undefined
CADD Engineering
Diploma - undefined
Mechanical Engineering