Simaran Jeet Singh
Quality Management System
Gadarpur
Summary
Quality management professional with robust experience in driving process improvements and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Skilled in root cause analysis, auditing, and quality control methodologies. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Known for reliability, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication.
Diligent Quality Manager with solid background in quality management and history of implementing effective process improvements. Successfully led teams to enhance product quality and ensure compliance with industry standards. Demonstrated expertise in problem-solving and continuous improvement methodologies.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages
Work History
Quality manager
Abfahrt Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
06.2024 - Current
- Company Overview: Abfahrt Solutions, PVT. Ltd. It was originally established in January 2021 as a partnership firm under the designation 'Abfahrt Solutions' in accordance with the Indian Partnership Act of 1932. Our company has evolved into a medium-sized engineering and auto ancillary enterprise, specializing in the manufacturing of sheet metal and wire components, sub-assemblies, and assemblies. We produce a diverse range of products, including various types of shelves for refrigerators, exhaust systems, tubular structures, and fabrications, catering to prominent OEMs in the automobile and refrigeration industries. Our turnover reached an impressive $2.2 million in the financial year 2023-24. We stand as a distinguished leader in Rudrapur, recognized as a principal supplier of CNC tooling components to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and automobile companies, with a robust presence in both domestic and international markets. The company operates through multiple business divisions, including Abfahrt Solutions Pvt. Ltd. UTK Unit, which supplies products to Voltas Ltd. And Western Ltd.
- Currently serving as the Quality Manager in the Refrigerator Shelf and Weld Shop.
- Overseeing Customer Audits and Quality Management System (QMS) Audits.
- IATF 16949:2016 Internal Auditor responsibilities.
- Managing customer, field, and supplier relationship management (SRM) complaints, and ensuring their resolution.
- Introducing new equipment, processes, procedures, and systems.
- Supervising all aspects of Voltas refrigerator body part production processes, including MIG welding, CO2 welding, seam welding, and the assembly of child part shelves.
- Engaging with clients and conducting activities such as Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA), and 8D methodologies to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Collaborating with production and process quality engineers to mitigate failure modes during in-process stages.
- Monitoring and regulating parts per million (PPM) at both in-house and customer locations.
- Conducting product and process audits in accordance with the annual plan.
- Monthly assessment of customer quality ratings, and implementing corrective measures to enhance performance.
- Preparation and continual updating of the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Process Flow Diagrams (PFD), Control Plans, and Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) as required.
- Responsible for the implementation of Kaizen, Poka-Yoke, and 5S methodologies on the production shop floor.
- Accountable for the training of quality inspectors, and the management of manpower deployment, oversight, and monitoring.
- Daily tracking of in-house rework and rejection trends, along with analysis utilizing the 5-Why, 8D, and Pareto techniques.
- Preparing Overall Equipment Effectiveness reports on a daily basis.
- Facilitating communication and troubleshooting breakdowns on the shop floor, in conjunction with the maintenance department.
- Liaising with suppliers, customers, and research and development personnel.
- Introducing new equipment, processes, procedures, and systems.
- Compiling all IATF-related data, including machine utilization, scrap monitoring, and process validation.
- Provided training to employees on best practices in quality management, fostering a culture of excellence within the organization.
- Managed and archived quality documentation and participated in internal and external quality audits.
- Updated quality control standards, methods, and procedures to meet compliance requirements.
- Improved quality processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
- Increased efficiency of the QMS by regularly reviewing procedures and making updates based on changing business needs or industry advancements.
Assistant Quality manager
Autoline IND. Ltd.
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Company Overview: Autoline Industries Ltd (AIL), incorporated on December 16, 1996, as Autoline Stampings Private Ltd., was initially established in January 1995 as a partnership firm known as “Autoline Pressings” under the Indian Partnership Act of 1932. Our company has evolved into a medium-sized engineering and auto ancillary enterprise, specializing in the manufacture of sheet metal components, sub-assemblies, and assemblies, including Foot Control Modules, parking brakes, hinges, cab stays, cab tilts, exhaust systems, tubular structures, and various fabrications for prominent Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) within the automobile sector. The turnover rose from ₹1.10 million in the financial year 1995-96 to an impressive ₹8,050 million in the financial year 2012-13. We are a distinguished manufacturer and supplier of auto components based in Pune, catering to both domestic and international markets. The company operates through various business divisions, notably AUTOLINE IND. LTD. UTK, which supplies products to TATA Motors Ltd., and Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd.
- Worked as a Quality Engineer in the LOAD Body, press shops, and Weld Shop.
- Handling Customer Audits, QMS Audits, and EMS Audits.
- IATF 16949:2016 Internal Auditor.
- MR responsibilities.
- Handling customer, field, and SRM complaints, and submitting their closures.
- New equipment, processes, procedures, and systems.
- All TML LOAD body parts (All Load Body Parts, Panel, floor, long member, cross member, skirt, etc.). Production process handling includes MIG welding, CO2 welding, seam welding, hydraulic and mechanical press-shop (10 to 1,000 tons), and assembly of child part glass guide channel.
- Interfacing with clients and conducting activities like CAPAs and 8Ds, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Interfacing with the production and process quality engineer to eliminate failure faces in process.
- Monitoring and controlling the PPM in-house and at the customer end.
- Perform product/process audits as per the annual plan.
- Monthly monitoring of the quality rating of customers and taking action to improve any defects.
- Preparation and updating of PPAP, PFD, Control Plan, and PFEMA as needed.
- Responsible for implementing Kaizen, Poka-Yoke, and 5S in the production shop floor.
- Responsible for Quality Inspector training and manpower deputation, handling, and monitoring.
- Daily monitoring of in-house rework and rejection trends, etc. Analysis through 5 Whys, 8D, and Pareto.
- Preparing Overall Equipment Effectiveness on a daily basis.
- Communicating and troubleshooting breakdowns on the shop floor with the maintenance department.
- Liaising with suppliers, customers, and research and development staff.
- New equipment, processes, procedures, and systems.
- Compile all the IATF-related data, such as machine utilization, scrap monitoring, and process validation.
- Quality Assurance Load Body Assembly Line.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints in a timely manner.
- Supported company growth by ensuring adherence to industry standards, maintaining certifications, and preparing for audits.
Quality manager
Singla forging Pvt. Ltd.
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Company Overview: Singla Forging Industries Pvt Ltd pioneers in machining and welding engineering, a leader in the manufacture of custom-designed machines and forging parts industries, a company that has a track record of quality manufacturing processes of under bracket, diff shaft, yoke, boss, and gear for bike, electric scooter parts, and three-wheelers. Ever since its inception in the year 1990, Singla Forging has been on the track of fast growth, commanding an annual turnover of around 90 crore from our unit 1. Today, this market leader holds the maximum market share as a supplier to almost all electric bike and scooter manufacturing companies. An IATF 16949:2016-certified company. Singla is forging product supply to Maruti Suzuki, Kawasaki, Hitachi, Varroc, Dana, Gabriel, Hero Moto, and Endurance.
- Worked as a Quality Assurance Manager in CNC, VMC, press shops, and Weld Shop.
- To prepare and conduct the plan for the calibration of gauges, fixtures, and instruments.
- Interfacing with the production and process quality engineer to eliminate failure faces in process.
- Contribute to the creation and implementation of best practice quality vision, strategy, policies, processes, and procedures to aid and improve operational performance.
- Monitoring and controlling the PPM in-house and at the customer end.
- Implement all relevant procedures described in the QMS, and ensure compliance.
- Ensure that all in-house systems and procedures are updated, revised, and modified to meet the needs of external certification bodies.
- Respond to customer complaints by implementing containment actions, conducting a full analysis, utilizing poka-yokes (error proofing), and implementing short-term and long-term countermeasures.
- Monthly monitoring of the quality rating of customers and taking action to improve any defects.
- Conduct the Red Bin meeting with the CFT, and analyze the data with a Pareto chart with the team.
- Preparation of all documents related to KPI and DWM, and their analysis, e.g. Control charts, inspection sheets, machine check sheets, etc.
- Update quality documentation, and communicate to carry forward lessons learned from quality concerns in new customer contracts.
- Ensure that all necessary systems and procedures are in place to satisfy all customer requirements and audits.
- Liaising with suppliers, customers, and research and development staff.
- New equipment, processes, procedures, and systems.
- Compile all the IATF-related data, such as machine utilization, scrap monitoring, and process validation.
- Quality Assurance, Machine Parts, & Assembly Line.
- Increased customer satisfaction through adherence to quality standards and customer requirements.
- Drove process standardization by creating and implementing SOPs, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced deviations.
Sr. Executive engineer
STAR AUTO IND.PVT.LTD.
07.2016 - 03.2022
- Company Overview: Star Auto Industries, Pvt. Ltd. Pioneers in roll forming, pressing, and welding engineering, a leader in the manufacture of custom-designed machines and the sheet metal roll forming industries, is a company that has a track record of quality manufacturing processes for side panels, front panels, tailgate panels, glass guide channels, and drip rails for all ACE models, truck models, and all types of Bolero and Baxy three-wheelers. Ever since its inception in the year 1995, SAIPL has been on the track of fast growth, commanding an annual turnover of around 6 crore from our unit 1. Today, this market leader holds the maximum market share as a supplier to almost all commercial vehicle and passenger vehicle set manufacturing companies. An IATF 16949:2016-certified company. SAIPL product supply to TATA Motors, Ashok Leyland, Mahindra & Mahindra, Metro.
- Worked as a Sr. Engineer in the Rolling Line, press shops, and Weld Shop.
- Handling Customer Audits, MSA Audits, QMS Audits, and EMS Audits.
- IATF 16949:2016 Internal Auditor.
- MR responsibilities
- Handle the EMS document handling.
- Handling customer, field, and SRM complaints, and submitting their closures.
- New equipment, processes, procedures, and systems.
- All TML LOAD body parts (all panels, floors, long members, cross members, skirts, etc.). Production process handling includes cold roll-forming, CO2 welding, seam welding, hydraulic and mechanical press-shop (10 to 150 tons), and assembly of the child part glass guide channel.
- Interfacing with clients and conducting activities like CAPAs and 8Ds, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Interfacing with the production and process quality engineer to eliminate failure faces in process.
- Monitoring and controlling the PPM in-house and at the customer end.
- Perform product/process audits as per the annual plan.
- Monthly monitoring of the quality rating of customers and taking action to improve any defects.
- Preparation and updating of PPAP, PFD, Control Plan, and PFEMA as needed.
- Responsible for implementing Kaizen, Poka-Yoke, and 5S in the production shop floor.
- Responsible for Quality Inspector training and manpower deputation, handling, and monitoring.
- Preparing Overall Equipment Effectiveness on a daily basis.
- Communicating and troubleshooting breakdowns on the shop floor with the maintenance department.
- Liaising with suppliers, customers, and research and development staff.
- New equipment, processes, procedures, and systems.
- Compile all the IATF-related data, such as machine utilization, scrap monitoring, and process validation.
- MR and Quality Sheet Metal Rolling Line and Press Shop.
- Conducted thorough research on emerging technologies to provide informed recommendations for future projects.
- Reduced overall project costs with innovative design improvements and material selections.
- Inspired innovation within the engineering department by promoting a culture of creative thinking and open dialogue about project challenges.
- Oversaw contract negotiations with vendors, securing favorable terms that cut expenses without compromising quality or timeline adherence.
Site engineer
New Era International Engineering
10.2014 - 05.2016
- Company Overview: New Era International Engineering manufactures the new boiler set and thermal plant equipment. Also, they deliver the annual maintenance of boilers and the installation of new and old boilers. New era customers are Nestlé, Mother Dairy, and Aachal Dairy sugar mills and paper mills.
- New equipment, processes, procedures, and systems.
- Attend various meetings and take action/communicate instructions.
- Manufacturing and maintaining the boiler of the thermal plant.
- Checked technical designs and drawings for adherence to standards.
- Coordinated with subcontractors ensuring their work met project specifications as well as monitored their progress towards completion deadlines.
Education
B.Tech - Mechanical Engineering
05.2009 - 04.2013
- GOI (10+2) passed in 2009 from Uttarakhand Board.
- GOI (10th) passed in 2007 from Uttarakhand Board.
Skills
Experienced with MS Office applications
Quality management systems
Implementation of corrective actions
Document management
Quality audit expertise
Quality assurance processes
Comprehensive quality assessment
Quality control frameworks
Skilled in UG NX design tools
Quality training
Internal auditing
Problem-solving
Measurement system analysis
Cost control
Statistical process control
Interests
Listening Religious Shabad, Reading Holly books and playing games
Training
- 6 week Internship training in TATA MOTORS, PANTNAGAR in June 2011. Title of the project: ENHANCE PROCESS AUDIT SCORE OF TRIM LINE
- 6 months Academic Training in ASHOK LEYLAND, PANTNAGAR from January 2013-June 2013. Title of the project: SUPPLIER QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
- IATF 16949 2016 Internal Auditor training by TUV SUD in April 2018 batch.
- Attend the EMS Lead Auditor training
- Cost saving training by TATA motors.
Disclaimer
I hereby affirm that all the information provided by me is accurate and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.
SYNOPSIS
- B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from BCET LUDHIYANA affiliated with PTU in 2009 to 2013
- Last 8 years 08 Months experience in MR & Quality Assurance Auto parts manufacturing industry.
- Experience in Quality assurance & Plant operation activities. Customer complaints handling, IATF documents, PPAP activities, QMS, Problem Solving Techniques, Meeting the customer monthly schedule, Implementation of Corrective & Preventive Actions, Kaizen & Cost saving activities at all functional areas, Calibration & Validation of Gauges
- IATF 16949 2016 Certified auditor from TUV-SUD.
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
A results-oriented professional with extensive experience in managing Quality Assurance controls, IATF documentation, and internal monitoring across various manufacturing enterprises, I am currently affiliated with Abfahrt Solutions pvt.ltd.. I possess a profound aptitude for overseeing comprehensive IATF documentation and quality control, as well as PPM management. I am well-versed in processes that ensure the production of defect-free components and address operational challenges. I establish quality-process connections with clients in accordance with the Quality Management System, which encompasses IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001, along with PPAP, APQP, Control Plans, FMEA, and Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) processes, while diligently ensuring ongoing compliance and integration throughout the organization. I am proficient in implementing world-class quality practices that emphasize customer focus, leadership, employee engagement, process orientation, continuous improvement, evidence-based decision-making, and relationship management. Additionally, I oversee internal audits, CSR KPIs, TQM initiatives, and the application of the 7 QC Tools, bearing responsibility for maintaining the organization's high standards of quality in its products and services. I manage the audit program and supplier enhancement initiatives, playing a pivotal role in ensuring timely project deliveries. Resourceful in devising strategic techniques for defect-free parts and process enhancement initiatives, I strive to elevate plant efficiency and product quality. I engage proactively with managers, supervisors, and employees to foster a culture of continuous improvement within their respective domains of responsibility.
Relationship Management
- Liaise and communicate with other departments, customers, suppliers and other service providers.
- Be an effective team member, working with supervisor and colleagues to ensure smooth workflow with maximum output
Self-Management
- Comply with the Health, Safety and Environmental Policies
- Assertive, resilient and welcomes change
- Engages interest and participation of others and has a collaborative approach to working together
- Actively committed to teams development
- Is optimistic and self-aware
- Shows moral courage, openness and honesty in all dealings
- Self-motivated, flexible, proactive and committed
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent Attention to detail
People Management
- Lead and/or support technicians and trainee engineers
- Train people within own work group
- Supervise sub-contractors
- Ensure the delivery of the People Strategy within area of accountability
- Manage and lead the team, ensuring adequate staffing levels
- Motivate and coach the team to operational success
- Monitor the completion of tasks and ensure good performance and record on appropriate systems
- Communicate KPIs from the strategic annual plan so that each employee is aware
- Provide technical expertise to the team
Software
UG NX
Certification
INTERNAL AUDITOR
Timeline
Quality manager - Abfahrt Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
06.2024 - Current
Assistant Quality manager - Autoline IND. Ltd.
12.2023 - 04.2024
Quality manager - Singla forging Pvt. Ltd.
05.2023 - 12.2023
INTERNAL AUDITOR
03-2018
Sr. Executive engineer - STAR AUTO IND.PVT.LTD.
07.2016 - 03.2022
Site engineer - New Era International Engineering
10.2014 - 05.2016
BCET - B.Tech, Mechanical Engineering
05.2009 - 04.2013