Dynamic quality management professional with a proven track record at Schneider Electric India Pvt. Ltd., leveraging Six Sigma methodologies and strong problem-solving skills to achieve a 89% reduction in rejection rates. Adept at leading teams and implementing robust quality systems, ensuring compliance with ISO standards and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager – CS&Q
Schneider Electric India Pvt. Ltd.
09.2006 - Current
Played a significant role in the: Implementation and Effectiveness monitoring for Poke-Yoke and Judoka's
Issue library for Customer issues and Internal Defects
Review of innovation projects. (Six Sigma, Kaizen, etc.)
Translation of VOC into the Manufacturing Process
Coordination for Safety Regulatory Audit
Ensured strict adherence to the compliance of quality management system requirements, i.e. ISO 9001 & ISO 14001
Supplier selection & approval for new projects
Leads 3 Products categories of : AHF , 3Phase, Three phase PDU and PCBA) Supplier issues End to End both Electrical and Mechanical (Containment, Mail escalations, Actions review and validate) Guiding and training the internal team on prioritizing the work.
Coordinated and coached BEF SQ team as SPOC, driving RPN reduction program that achieved 47% reduction in rejection rate, earning global recognition (IMPACT)
Prioritized PPEP and PPAP tasks, implementing PY and JY at the supplier end and recording progress in the global web portal.
Improved productivity through process enhancements and application of statistical quality control tools, including 7QC tools, Poke-Yoke/Judoka techniques, and Six Sigma methodologies
Closely monitored the first pass Yield, MDR, daily rejection trends, and material scrap and taking corrective actions
Conducted analysis of field complaints and solution to faults of respective nature with G8D and maintenance of records in the I2P database
Implemented Schneider production system (SPS) in production lines, developing control plan, FMEA, and CTQ/CTP during new product development
Led the team for the pilot for a new product launch with PMP process & and part pilot in product during new component qualification
Identify potential quality risks and guide project technical team and suppliers with leadership skills to disregard the risk with robust action
Qualify product & process. Identify quality needs convert VOC to CTQ and eliminate quality risk, especially on critical and safety functions
Successfully worked to get ISO 9001 -2008 Certification for new plant and implemented Schneider Production System in factory and PCBA lines
Delivered training schedules and acquired certification on: IPC-610E for IPC Specialists, Poke-Yoke and Judoka for Method and Quality Engineers
Managed operations for electrical equipment manufacturing, ensuring efficiency and quality standards.
Served as single point of contact for new product introductions, facilitating communication and coordination.
STS, Solar Products, AccuSine, Cronos, Pantera, GVXIOC, Agilis Aux. etc…
PFMEA expert
Member of BOC for AccuSine range of products (PSCP and PCSN)
Major contributor to FPY improvement, reduction in MDR and FFR
Quality owner for clauses related to SPS audit
QVE projects related to IDF 8 products leading to cost-saving
Implementation of new quality basics to ensure process robustness
Involving MCO activities like Application notes, ECN & ECO (CN)
Measurement of Internal and external failures (Customer Complaints) in PPM with supplier issues & reported weekly for all manufacturers.
Production Associate and QC
Flextronics
01.2001 - 09.2006
Ensured strict compliance with quality management system requirements, including QS 9000.
Conducted final product quality inspections to verify adherence to specifications.
Performing the first piece sample inspection at the beginning of the shift.
Monitored subcontractor quality to maintain standards across production.
Analysis of components failures.
Participated in team meetings to implement process improvement suggestions.
EMS Electronics Industry
Production Associate
Motorola
07.2000 - 12.2001
Executed PCB assembly processes for electronic devices, contributing to product reliability.
Conducted visual inspections to ensure product quality.
Performed preventive maintenance on SMT machines and reflow ovens to minimize downtime.
Handled feeders and machine accessories to ensure efficient operation.
Electronics Industry
Education
Diploma -
Electronics & Telecommunication
B E -
Electronics & Telecommunication
B.Com -
Skills
Black Belt certification
Lean Six Sigma
ISO 9001 certification
ISO Internal Auditor
IMS Auditor
Problem-solving methods with 8D methodology
FMEA
Control Plan
APQP
Poke-Yoke & Judoka system
SAM assessment
ESD auditor certification
Schneider system
Team Player
Decision-Making
Negotiation Skills
SQM
SSQM
PPAP
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the above mentioned particulars are true to the best of my knowledge.
Process and Industrial Engineering Supervisor at Corning Optical CommunicationsProcess and Industrial Engineering Supervisor at Corning Optical Communications