SUKUMAR PANI
Banglore
Summary
Work for a company, which utilize my knowledge and skills, which will allow me grow while fulfilling organizational goals. Seeking for a career that is challenging and interesting which let me work on leading areas and helps me enhance my skills and strengths.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
TRAINEE - QUALITY
Jaya Hind Industries, PUNE
- Daily Meeting on Shop floor with Production team/ Line Inspector on Discussion about Daily Process Problems, child part & NC/Customer issue.
- Resolving Customer complaints solving using CAPA & 8D.
- Supplier handling.
- Making Process work instruction, Quality Plan. 7Q.C techniques & Problem-solving techniques.
- Preparing Quality Reports Like (First Piece Inspection, Incoming inspection), PQV (Product Quality Verification) & layout inspection, work instruction.
- Poka -Yoke Verification, Kaizen.
- Maintaining Rejection, Rework & inspection reports.
- Handling of checking instruments like, Vernier caliper, micro-meter, height gauge, bevel protector, Dial gauge, CMM etc.
- Ensure In Process Quality, Final Quality as Per CP and Drawing.
- Responsible For Supplier Audit Plan Vs Actual.
- Responsible for RM loss monitoring.
- Supplier rating and new supplier implement.
- Supplier Audit, Process Audit, Product audit as Per Plan.
- Customer Line Visit with Customer Representative and Phenomenon wise Analysis.
- Manpower Planning for Customer Line and In-house Inspection Activity.
- Station wise Fixture & Gauges Condition calibration.
- Layout Inspection as Per Plan.
- Daily plant quality MIS share with manager.
- Jaya Hind Industries is part of the Dr. Abhay Firodia Group, Established in 1947 by Late Shri N K Firodia - freedom fighter and pioneering industrialist, the company started manufacturing auto components primarily to support its vehicle manufacturing venture. Today, Jaya Hind Industries is among India’s largest and most trusted, end-to-end solution provider for aluminum castings for global OEMs.
SENIOR ENGINEER – SUPPLIER QUALITY ASSURANCE (SQA)
SANDHAR TECHNOLOGIES LTD (KA) UNIT -V
09.2018 - Current
- Identify potential suppliers with Purchase & Engineering
- Evaluate supplier capability (Man, Machine, Material, Method)
- Conduct Supplier Audit (QMS / Process / Capacity)
- Review certifications – ISO 9001-2015
- Approve supplier based on audit score & risk level
- APQP & Supplier Development
- Share Sandhar requirements (Drawing, Spec, CTQ)
- Review supplier APQP plan
- Monitor milestones (DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plan)
- Guide supplier on risk reduction
- Track closure of APQP issues
- PPAP Approval
- Review PPAP submission (Level as per requirement)
- Verify dimensional & functional results
- Check MSA, SPC, Capability (Cp / Cpk ≥ 1.67)
- Approve / Reject / Conditional approval
- Maintain PPAP records
- Incoming Quality Control (IQC)
- Define inspection plan & sampling method
- Monitor incoming rejection trends
- Review supplier inspection records
- Reduce inspection through supplier certification
- Support line issues related to supplier parts
- Identify supplier defects (Line / Customer / Audit)
- Issue Supplier NCR / SCAR
- Demand containment action (sorting / replacement)
- Review root cause using 8D / Why-Why
- Verify effectiveness of corrective actions
- Supplier Performance Monitoring
- Track PPM, Delivery, Response time
- Prepare monthly supplier scorecard
- Conduct performance review meetings
- Highlight high-risk suppliers
- Escalate chronic issues
- Supplier Audit & Re-Assessment
- Plan annual / need-based audits
- Conduct process, system & layered audits
- Issue audit findings & action plan
- Follow up closure within target time
- Re-rate supplier status
- Change Management (ECN / PCN)
- Review supplier change request
- Evaluate impact on quality & function
- Conduct trial / re-PPAP if required
- Approve change formally
- Update documents & inform stakeholders
- Customer Complaint Handling (Supplier Related)
- Analyze customer complaint
- Trace root cause to supplier (if applicable)
- Coordinate with supplier for 8D
- Validate corrective actions
- Ensure zero recurrence
- Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ)
- Calculate rejection, rework & sorting cost
- Recover cost from supplier where applicable
- Drive defect prevention projects
- Reduce PPM & warranty impact
- Continuous Improvement & Localization
- Identify improvement opportunities
- Support Kaizen / Poka-Yoke at supplier end
- Develop local suppliers
- Reduce dependency on inspection
- Improve overall supply chain quality
- Zero defect supply
- Strong PPAP control
- Robust supplier audits
- Fast issue closure
- Customer satisfaction
- Lead root-cause analysis of quality issues (8D, 5-Why, Ishikawa), implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and ensure effectiveness tracking.
- Work with process engineers, manufacturing engineers and production teams to establish control plans, process flow diagrams (PFDs), process failure mode effects analysis (pFMEA) and preventive controls.
- Oversee incoming, in-process and final inspection activities including use of measurement instruments, gauges, non-conforming material disposition, and supplier quality audits.
- Maintain and update quality documentation: control plans, inspection checklists, SOPs, test reports and audit records. Facilitate training of junior quality engineers/technicians.
- Work cross-functionally with design, engineering, production, logistics and customer support teams to resolve quality-related issues and meet customer expectation.
- An ISO9001:2015 Certified Company. SANDHAR Technologies Limited unit -V is a manufacturer of Operator Cabins, Engine Doors, Tanks and All Types of Hi-Precision Sheet Metal Components.
- Total Work Experience- 7.3yr.
- (8th SEP 2018till date) in QUALITY department.
- Major Customer: TATA HITACHI CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT, VOLVO CE, AJAX ENGINNERING.
Senior Engineer-QUALITY
SURIN AUTOMOTIVE PVT LTD
11.2018 - 08.2025
- Experienced Quality Control Supplier quality assurance (SQA) with a demonstrated history of working in the automotive and heavy fabrication industry. Strong quality assurance
- As a Quality senior Engineer with over 6.10 years of experience in the automotive and Heavy fabrication, stamping product, machining part, industry, I have developed a solid foundation in ensuring product quality and process optimization supplier end and in house also. My experience includes working closely with cross-functional teams to implement quality control measures, conducting root cause analyses, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to meet both customer and industry standards. Proficient in using quality tools such as FMEA, 8D problem-solving, and SPC, I have a proven track record in reducing defects and enhancing overall product reliability. My expertise also extends to working with ISO/TS standards and maintaining compliance with automotive regulations. I am committed to delivering high-quality results and contributing to operational excellence.
- Plot No- 15/16 ,1st cross Road, Industrial Area Phase-I .Bangaluru, Karnataka. It is one of the leading engineering and manufacturing companies in India having 14 divisions. It is manufacturing AUTOMOTIVE COMPONENTS & SYSTEMS including truck cabins, chassis components, Truck Decks (Load bodies), Tippers and pressed parts for Cars, Cabins, hydraulic and fuel tanks, counter weights, engine covers, etc., Surin is among the top two suppliers to our customers and a single source for 50% of the products and components manufactured by Surin.
- Work Experience in Surin - 6.10 yr.
- (14th NOV 2018 TO 28-8-2025) in QUALITY department.
Education
DIPLOMA - Mechanical Engineering
GOVT POLYTECHNIC
NAYAGARH, ODISHA01.2018
ITI - FITTER
CHARAMPA INDUSTRIAL TRAINING CENTER
CHARAMPA, ODISHA01.2014
Post Graduate Diploma - Computer Application (PGDCA)
CIT
ODISHA01.2012
matriculation - 10th standard
BOARD OF SECONDARY EDUCATION
ODISHA01.2012
Skills
Quality Management & Analysis: Quality Management Systems (QMS), 8D, CAPA, 7QC Tools, 5S Maintenance, Why-Why Analysis, Root-Cause-Analysis, Quality Process Audits, ISO 9001:2015, and Quality Testing, Machining, Heavy Fabricating, Surface finish, Casting & Stamping
Disclaimer
I SUKUMAR PANI, do hereby confirm that the information furnished above is accurate and true to the best of my knowledge & belief.
TRAITS OF CHARACTER
- Positive thinking.
- Self motivation.
- Sincere and hard working.
Timeline
Senior Engineer-QUALITY
SURIN AUTOMOTIVE PVT LTD
11.2018 - 08.2025
SENIOR ENGINEER – SUPPLIER QUALITY ASSURANCE (SQA)
SANDHAR TECHNOLOGIES LTD (KA) UNIT -V
09.2018 - Current
TRAINEE - QUALITY
Jaya Hind Industries, PUNE
DIPLOMA - Mechanical Engineering
GOVT POLYTECHNIC
ITI - FITTER
CHARAMPA INDUSTRIAL TRAINING CENTER
Post Graduate Diploma - Computer Application (PGDCA)
CIT
matriculation - 10th standard
BOARD OF SECONDARY EDUCATION