Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Accomplishments
Timeline
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SANTHANA VENKATESH N

CHENNAI

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Supplier Quality Engineer

Royal Enfield
Chennai
11.2011 - Current
  • Conducted supplier audits to ensure quality standards were maintained.
  • Developed and implemented corrective action plans for suppliers who failed to meet the required quality criteria.
  • Reviewed supplier documentation and test reports to verify product conformity.
  • Assisted in the selection of new suppliers based on quality, cost and delivery performance criteria.
  • Created process flow diagrams and performed process capability studies for suppliers.
  • Performed risk assessment and FMEA reviews with suppliers to identify potential issues before they arise.
  • Analyzed non-conforming material data from production processes to determine root cause of failures.
  • Investigated customer complaints related to supplier products or services.
  • Conducted inspections of incoming components, raw materials, parts and assemblies prior to acceptance into inventory.
  • Provided technical support to internal departments regarding supplier selection, qualification and performance evaluation processes.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams including design engineering, manufacturing engineering and operations personnel during product launches.
  • Tracked supplier corrective actions over time to ensure compliance with established requirements.
  • Monitored supplier performance metrics such as on-time delivery, defect rates, scrap rates.
  • Organized regular meetings with key suppliers in order discuss current trends and opportunities for improvement in their products and services.
  • Prepared reports highlighting key findings from supplier performance assessments and audits.
  • Visited vendor facilities and observed manufacturing environment to review and assess procedures.
  • Reviewed incoming supplies and products from vendors to check for defects.
  • Conducted tests and assessments on products to identify quality issues.
  • Reviewed engineering and manufacturing specifications to identify materials needed for product assembly.
  • Provided technical advice and guidance to suppliers to reduce defect rates.
  • Conducted supplier quality control audits on regular basis to verify compliance with company and federal manufacturing and production standards.
  • Developed and implemented best practices, quality assurance standards and project management procedures.

Incoming Quality Inspector

Royal Enfield
Chennai
11.2011 - 06.2023
  • Inspected incoming materials for conformance to specifications and quality standards.
  • Performed visual and mechanical inspections of parts using precision measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, gauges and other inspection tools.
  • Verified product dimensions by inspecting first article samples against engineering drawings.
  • Analyzed non-conforming parts to identify root causes of defects and provided corrective action recommendations.
  • Maintained detailed records on all incoming materials inspected, including lot numbers, serial numbers, part numbers.
  • Reported any discrepancies to the Quality Manager and assisted in resolving issues with suppliers.
  • Identified potential problems with incoming shipments and worked with vendors to resolve them in a timely manner.
  • Assisted in the development of new test procedures for incoming materials testing.
  • Developed process control plans for new products and processes being introduced into production lines.
  • Trained new inspectors on proper inspection techniques and use of measurement equipment.
  • Provided feedback to management regarding areas needing improvement within the Quality Control department.
  • Monitored daily operations to ensure that all safety protocols were followed during inspection activities.
  • Participated in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing efficiency and reducing costs associated with quality assurance programs.
  • Investigated customer complaints related to product defects or quality issues and took corrective actions when necessary.
  • Reviewed blueprints and drawings prior to inspections to ensure accuracy of measurements.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of inspection results according to company procedures.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area at all times.
  • Collaborated closely with team members from other departments throughout the product lifecycle.
  • Oversaw proper tagging and identification of parts and components, enabling rejected or non-repairable parts to be properly marked, quarantined and rendered unusable.
  • Used specialized tools to take precise measurements of various aspects of samples.
  • Wrote detailed reports outlining performance, quality and defect rates.
  • Inspected, tested and measured materials for conformance to specifications and regulatory requirements.
  • Used root cause analysis tools to determine failures and provide appropriate counter-measures to prevent repeat failures.
  • Cleaned and calibrated dial indicators, fixed gauges, or height gauges prior to tests.

Incoming Inspector

TVS Brakes India ltd
Polambakkam
06.2010 - 10.2011
  • Inspected incoming shipments for accuracy and completeness of delivery documents and parts.
  • Reported discrepancies between documentation and physical inspection results to management.
  • Performed visual inspections on incoming materials using precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers.
  • Maintained accurate records of all incoming material inspected or rejected due to non-compliance with quality standards.
  • Ensured proper handling, storage, labeling, and disposal of hazardous materials in accordance with company policies and regulations.

Production Worker

TVS Brakes India ltd
Polambakkam
05.2009 - 06.2010
  • Operated forklift to move materials and finished products within warehouse.
  • Assisted in setting up production lines for manufacturing processes.
  • Maintained inventory of raw materials, tools, parts, supplies, and finished goods.
  • Performed minor repairs on machinery as needed.
  • Monitored production line operations to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
  • Troubleshot technical issues that arose during assembly process.
  • Reported any issues to supervisor immediately for resolution.
  • Conducted routine maintenance checks on all machinery used in the production line.
  • Cleaned up work area at end of shift to maintain safe working environment.

Education

DAE - Automobile Engineering

Lakshmi Ammal Polytechnic College
Kovilpatti
05-2009

SSLC -

Viswakarma High School
Kovilpatti
05-2006

Skills

  • Supplier Relationship Management
  • Quality Management Systems
  • Corrective Action Planning
  • Supplier Auditing
  • Cross-Functional Teamwork
  • Statistical process control
  • Process Validation
  • Operations Planning
  • Quality Control Procedures
  • AutoCAD
  • Systems Analysis
  • Cost-saving Methods
  • Design Change Cost Estimation
  • Engineering Drawings Evaluation
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Statistical Analysis
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time management abilities
  • New Process Implementation
  • Process Improvement
  • Quality Control
  • CAD Software
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Strategic Planning

Languages

Tamil
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2

Accomplishments

  • SGA Team Co-ordinator and wining Gold Award of the Startor Motor Noise Reduce

Timeline

Supplier Quality Engineer

Royal Enfield
11.2011 - Current

Incoming Quality Inspector

Royal Enfield
11.2011 - 06.2023

Incoming Inspector

TVS Brakes India ltd
06.2010 - 10.2011

Production Worker

TVS Brakes India ltd
05.2009 - 06.2010

DAE - Automobile Engineering

Lakshmi Ammal Polytechnic College

SSLC -

Viswakarma High School

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