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VINOTHKUMAR ARUNACHALAM

Vigilance Specialist
Madurai, Tamil Nadu,

Summary

Profile Summary

  • 5 years of experience as a Vigilance Specialist, Technical Writer in the Medical Device Industry and Quality Assurance Trainee in the Automotive Industry.
  • Expertise in submission of medical device reports to the FDA through the Trackwise tool.
  • Reviewed, evaluated, and classified product complaints based on identity, quality, reliability, safety, and effectiveness of medical devices.
  • Conducted thorough investigations and analysis to determine reportability to government agencies, ensuring compliance with FDA and International reporting regulations.
  • Prepared investigation summaries based on technical product analysis information provided by the plant, maintaining accuracy and audit readiness.
  • Proficient in complaint handling procedures and regulatory compliance (FDA, MEDDEV, Canadian Regulations).

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Software Engineer (Including a 6-month Internship)

HCLTECH
03.2021 - 3 2024
  • Gathered and analyzed data related to device failures and patient impact for regulatory reporting.
  • Conducted complaint investigations, determined root causes, and recommended CAPAs.
  • Expert in submission of eMDR and generation of adverse event reports for FDA.
  • Strong industrial knowledge on FDA 21 CFR 820.198, 803, and Medical Device Regulation Canada SOR/98-282.
  • Developed and maintained Summary of Technical Documentation (SteD) files for EU Notified Body Submission.
  • Worked closely with cross-functional teams to address product or service concerns raised by customers.
  • Interacted with all stakeholders to clarify scope of work.

Quality Assurance Trainee

Gestamp Automotive Chennai Pvt Ltd
09.2017 - 09.2019
  • Performed standard first article inspections and random sampling inspections to verify adherence to customer standards.
  • Recorded product and process characteristics of projection welding machines, providing essential data for reporting purposes and ongoing process improvements.
  • Addressed non-conformance issues, pausing production to correct errors.
  • Participated in root cause analysis to identify and address recurring issues, improving overall quality levels.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

NPR College of Engineering And Technology
Dindigul, India
04.2001 -

HSS -

SDA Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Madurai, India
04.2001 -

Skills

Track Wise 9

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Certification

Understanding How Medical Devices are Regulated in Canada offered by Health Canada.

Accomplishments

HCLTech:

  • Automated data gathering for complaint handling, reduces project time.
  • Implemented a user-friendly system for tracking and managing incoming complaints, boosting overall productivity within the team.


Gestamp Automotive Chennai Private Limited:

  • Improved weld strength in projection welding machine to arrest bolt failure by 8D methodology.
  • Identified issues to increase productivity and boost workflow.

Timeline

Software Engineer (Including a 6-month Internship)

HCLTECH
03.2021 - 3 2024

Quality Assurance Trainee

Gestamp Automotive Chennai Pvt Ltd
09.2017 - 09.2019

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

NPR College of Engineering And Technology
04.2001 -

HSS -

SDA Matriculation Higher Secondary School
04.2001 -
VINOTHKUMAR ARUNACHALAMVigilance Specialist