SILVERSTER PAUL V.A.
Sr. Engineer - Q.A.
Coimbatore,TN
Summary
High analytical performance-driven Quality professional handling In-process; Supplier and Metrology with 19 years' experience. creating innovative & cost-effective ideas for the betterment of the organization.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Engineer - Metrology
LMW
01.2021 - Current
- Coordinating the design and rollout of new gauges; measuring instruments/ equipment and fixtures throughout the plant.
- Organizing calibration activities to ensure full adherence to NABL standards.
- Arranging fine measurement analysis for In-process, incoming materials and R&D activities, in line with LMW standards.
- Led team meetings to discuss project progress and address issues.
- Facilitated training sessions on new technologies and engineering best practices.
- Developed detailed technical documentation for engineering processes and specifications.
- Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and support to facilitate professional growth and project success.
Sr. Engineer - FAI (First Article Inspection)
LMW
Coimbatore
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Conducted feasibility studies to evaluate new technologies and solutions.
- Coordinated with supply chain management department and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and components without compromising quality.
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments to proactively address the potential issues in New Product Development at supplier end.
- Implemented rigorous testing protocols to ensure product reliability and compliance with LMW standards.
- Improved FTR(First Time Right) from 40% to 85%
Engineer - Quality (In-house & Supplier) & Metrology
Vas Engineering
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Oversaw Servicing and Calibration of measuring Instruments and Equipment.
- Oversaw manufacturing quality of In-house and supplier.
- Oversaw delivery of product to the customer on time.
Jr. Engineer - Inspection & Cleanliness Analysis Laboratory
Craftsman Automation Pvt. Ltd.
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Inspection of Engine Blocks and Heads of various customers like Daimler; Caterpillar; Nissan & Ashok Ley Land and child parts of ISRO.
- Conduct Particulate analysis of Engine blocks and heads.
Inspection In-charge
Techno Cast Foundry Unit - II
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Visual and Dimensional Inspection of Castings and machined parts for In-house and supplier parts.
Quality Supervisor
Jesva Industries
Coimbatore
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Servicing and Calibration of Industrial precision measuring instruments.
- Collection and delivery of measuring Instruments from customers for servicing and calibration.
Education
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Christ The King Polytechnic College
Coimbatore04-2006
S.S.L.C. -
St.Thomas Higher Secondary School
Coimbatore01.2003
Skills
- Metrology techniques
- New product development
- Calibration standards
- Quality assurance
- Risk assessment
- Feasibility studies
- Technical documentation
- Supply chain coordination
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- Training facilitation
- Key performance indicators
- Team management
- Coaching and mentoring
- Training and mentoring
- Process development
- Technical leadership
- Management skills
- Work prioritization
- Deadline management
Personal Information
- Passport Number: P1625891
- Date of Birth: 02/26/87
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
Linguistic abilities (CEFR Level)
- Tamil - C2(Mastery)
- English - C1(Effective Operational)
- Malayalam - B1(Threshold)
Career Achievements
- Implemented kaizen and found effectively practiced.
- Implemented POKA YOKE in various areas and also suggested to do the same in supplier end and other documents like W.I., and One Point Lessons.
- Measurement System Analysis (MSA) certified by Jupiter Business Excellence.
- ISO 9001:2015 QMS Internal Auditing certified by TUV Nord.
- ISO IEC 17025:2017 NABL Internal Auditor certified by Quality Council of India.
- Implemented new chemical agent as per OHSAS for Cleanliness analysis Laboratory with reduced cost and superior quality.
- Achieved 5s, E.M.S, OHSAS & ISO in laboratory with no NC's.
- Improved supplier's FTP (First time Pass) percentage from 45% to 85%.
Certifications and Training
- MSA certified by Jupiter Business Excellence.
- Certified ISO IEC 17025:2017 NABL Internal Auditor by QCI.
- Certified QMS ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor by TUV NORD.
- First Aid Training.
- MS Office Training.
- Kaizen & Kaikaku Training.
- Attended a training program for ISO, TS16949, EMS, and OHSAS, IMS & TQM.
Timeline
Sr. Engineer - Metrology
LMW
01.2021 - Current
Sr. Engineer - FAI (First Article Inspection)
LMW
01.2018 - 01.2021
Engineer - Quality (In-house & Supplier) & Metrology
Vas Engineering
01.2014 - 01.2018
Jr. Engineer - Inspection & Cleanliness Analysis Laboratory
Craftsman Automation Pvt. Ltd.
01.2010 - 01.2013
Inspection In-charge
Techno Cast Foundry Unit - II
01.2009 - 01.2010
Quality Supervisor
Jesva Industries
01.2006 - 01.2009
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Christ The King Polytechnic College
S.S.L.C. -
St.Thomas Higher Secondary School