1. NIKHIL MAHAJAN
HOUSE NO-344, SECTOR-40A, CHANDIGARH
E-Mail: naks80@yahoo.com, naks80@gmail.com, M:-9805007928, 9216327056
Seeking assignments in Quality Management System, Quality Assurance, Supplier Quality, New Product
Development, Customer audts with a reputed organization.
PROFILE OUTLINE
An astute professional with qualitative experience in overseeing QA, Supplier Upgradation and completion of Projects
within the set parameters. Proficient in spearheading quality systems and taking cost-saving (Poka-Yoke/Error Proofing)
initiatives and process improvement in automobile industry. Demonstrated analytical, problem solving and
organizational ability coupled with strong communication and relationship management.
WORK EXPERIENCE
From February’ 2012 with Federal Mogul Goetze India Ltd., (Head-QA).
From January’ 2011 with SANDHAR TECHNOLOGIES LTD., (Sr.Manager –QA & Systems)
From June’2004 to January’ 2011 with IMPERIAL AUTO INDUSTRIES LTD., (Manager –QA &
Systems).
From Jan’2003 to June’ 2004 with Northland Rubber Mills as Engineer-QA
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES.
DEVELOPMENT
Active leader for QA activities related to new part development during Feasibility Study, Risk Analysis, Lead time
and Cost.
Strong believer of PTDB history.
Implementing QA Matrix during Launch Stage.
Good understanding of Engineering drawings and their interpretation.
Planning & Implementation of various Error proofing / Poka-yoke devices.
Updating of Lessons learnt Matrix for horizontal deployment.
Conducting Tech Reviews with the customer.
Successful monitoring of Run@Rate Matrix.
Detailed analysis for RPN reduction plan with the help of RPN Tracker.
Strong believer for Change Management Procedure (Including 4M).
Assuring of Quality as per A.P.Q.P Key Measurable Plan on Straight Through and Ok Ratio.
Core Team Member for Preparing Action Plan for future Product/Process modification.
Implementing DO’s and DON’T’s for Packing, Storage and Handling Systems.
SUPPLIER UPGRADATION AND RECIEPT INSPECTION
Focus on Supplier PPM.
Monitoring on successful corrective actions taken by suppliers on raised SQDR.
Increasing Awareness for supplying Quality deliverables by handing over Inspection Standards, Quality Plan,
shearing knowledge of special/critical characteristics and demanding PDI reports for monitoring of Quality
performances at there ends and reducing PPM at Customer end.
Issuing of Top Focus Process Notification Letter to suppliers.
Working on suppliers Process Performance Assessment Matrix.
Identifying risks for BOP and monitoring on risk assessment form.
2. Implementing EWO/ECN changes and keeping track on Breakpoint.
Plan and Execute the Supplier Quality System Audit as per schedule.
Providing knowledge and training to supplier for preparing PPAP documents.
Generated a list of approved supplier for effective monitoring.
System generated for identifying Worst suppliers.
Changed the entire system of evaluating suppliers.
Stringent Quality system audit check sheet generated for selection of supplier.
TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (QUALITY ASSURANCE AND
QUALITY CONTROL).
Well versed with ISO/TS 16949, Environmental Management System (EMS-14001) and OHSAS-18001 Integrated
Management System requirements. Effective communicator with management skills and strong analytical problem
solving and organizational abilities.
Reviewing of in-process data sheets and Quality plan sheets for improvement purpose and meeting quality
standards as per print.
Worked on Error Proofing/ Poka-Yoke installation guidelines procedure.
Presenting departments performance in correlation with objectives and targets.
Monitoring of quality improvement plan.
Monitoring of Horizontal deployment activities.
Reviewing Quality management system for shop floor excellence.
Implementing of QSB (Quality System Basics) for entire organization which includes-FRT Board, Q-Chart (In-process
inspector report card, Daily Quality Disruption report for Overall Cell and Plant performance Quality status)
in correlation with tally sheet and defined IQD matrix, Error Proofing/Poka-Yoke master and daily check list with
defined procedure, Lessons Learned, Control of NC material with breakpoint, Containment sheet, contamination
control sheet, Revision history log, Quality feedback/feed forward, Escalation process, Abnormal Situation, Daily
management walk-through, PTR sheet, Activities like CCDC, CARE, GP-12 for final inspection systems,
Standardized Operating Systems and Job Element Sheet regarding process, Standardized operator training (4-
Steps of training, Trained operator training Matrix), Flexibility charts, LPA plan and countermeasure sheet.
Monitoring of annual scheduled calibration plan in accordance with detailed master calibration list.
Generated a system of tracking targeted Internal and External PPM department wise and customer wise and are
covered through action plan.
Activities initiated for Ramp up for productivity as well as Quality.
A strong believer of inter linkage of documents.
Monitoring of process capabilities before and after the change and evidence for feasibility and risk analysis.
Communication boards made available for Quality Performance/Trends and Key indicators.
Master and Boundary samples made available on shop floor.
Generated a process for ensuring all components, in-process goods and finished goods use First-in-First-out
(FIFO) inventory management.
Ensuring all CCR/PRR commitments tracked at fast response through effective monitoring of EXIT
criteria(Containment, Root Cause Analysis, Corrective Action Implemented, Error-Proof/Detection, Corrective
Action Verified, PFMEA/CP updated, Standardized work/operator instructions/One point Lesson, Layered Process
Audits, Lessons Learned(institutionalized) and Date Closed).
Daily leadership meetings at FRT Board for addressing significant Quality concerns and designating owners by
assigning report out dates with the help of cross-functional teams and multilevel attendees.
System generated to ensure products that do not conform to specified requirements are prevented from
unintended use. Implemented a documented process for Containment for keeping a track of internal and External
(Customer) containments done.
Improved and implemented a consistent tagging system (color coading of scrap containers, hold tags, scrap labels,
in-process tags, travelers, routers).
Breakpoint maintenance system generated which requires 100% inspection and authorization for release from
containment.
Implemented the system of continuous improvement program for product and processes throughout the company.
Implementation of One Point Lesson and Quality Alert (Station Specific).
Implementing Trained Operator Tracking system for critical operations.
Conducting on Job Training to new associates, facilitate proper knowledge of Quality Systems.
Communicating with Internal R&D and customer R&D for necessary modifications in component design through
ECN/EWO.
Improved quality plans by adding SC/CC characteristics and severity of the part.
3. Very comfortable in using Quality tools like SPC/MSA/ 7QC tools/Fishbone Diagram(Cause and Effect)/
8D/SCAP/5 Why-3Leg/A3(MSIL)
Implemented customer specific stations like GP-12, C.A.R.E, C.C.D.C, and FIREWALL.
Summarizing of monthly reports related to internal/ external open and closed issues.
Implemented UNIDO partnership program activities in all areas which include 5S activities, 3M, WPP/FPP, Kaizen
Gallery, Visual controls, Containerization, Suggestion schemes, SGIA, CLIT, DWM, Sunrise and sunset meeting.
Visiting shop floor, only with the focus for opportunity of improvement.
Certified lead auditor for EMS 14001.
Certified lead auditor for ISO/TS 16949:2009.
Certified Internal auditor for ISO/TS 16949:2009.
CUSTOMER QMS AUDITS AND INTERNAL AUDITS.
Handled Customer QMS audits
1. GENERAL MOTORS. 6. VOLKSWAGEN
2. TKM 7. MMA(M&M)
3. CHRYSLER 8. MSIL.
4. RENAULT (NISSAN) 9. ITEC USA.
5. MANN+HUMMEL (VDA 6.3) 10. PIAGGIO ITALY.
6. BROSE (VDA 6.3)
Conducting unscheduled audits for processes and inspection during PDI.
Implemented layered audit system for processes, safety, 5S and supplier.
Implemented a system of auditing and checking effectiveness for countermeasures taken for CCR/PRR based on
PTDB system.
Implemented a system of tracking and auditing matrix made for identification of Wastages related to
Overproduction, over stocks, Transport, Waiting, Operation Itself, Movement of workers, production of inferior
goods.
Implemented a system of auditing and reviewing all processes as per PFC/CP/PFMEA.
PROJECTS
Independently started/settled the plant.
Went to SPAIN for technical discussions with GATES.
Helped in designing of totally PLC controlled AUTOMATIC WEIGHING SYSTEMS.
Went to JAPAN for technical discussions with TOKAI RUBBER INDUSTRIES, JAPAN for system related activities.
Holding 10years US Visa (BUSINESS VISA).
HOLDING 3 MONTHS KOREAN VISA.
Went to THAILAND for technical discussion with TATA MOTORS-THAILAND.
TRAININGS
Six Months industrial training in Assembly Shop of SWARAJ (PUNJAB TRACTORS Ltd), MOHALI.
Two months industrial training in HMT (Tractor Division) Pinjore.
Two days training on PFD/CP/PFMEA by GENERAL MOTORS (GM) INDIA, Bangalore.
Two days training on problem solving tools by GENERAL MOTORS (GM) Bangalore.
Two Months training in Assembly Shop of TRACTOR DIVISION in H.M.T. Pinjore.
Three days training on Quality Concepts for ‘Internal Quality Audit-QS 9000.
Attended and successfully applying concepts of 7 HABBITS by FRANKLIN COVEY.
ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS
Masters of Business Administration MANIPAL UNIVERSITY 2003-2005
B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering PUNJAB TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY 1998-2002
4. PERSONAL DETAILS
Date of Birth : 6th May 1980
Address : House No-344, Sector-40A, Chandigarh
Contact : Mobile: M:-0-9805007928, 9216327056.
Language Known : Punjabi, Hindi, English.