Sunil Gadade
Quality Engineer
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Pune, Maharashtra, India
SUMMARY
Energetic and dedicated Quality Engineer with over 8 years of experience in production and quality engineering within the manufacturing industry. Skilled in ISO standards, supplier quality management, continuous improvement, and advanced quality tools such as SPC, MSA.
Proven ability to enhance supplier performance, reduce defects, and lead cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Inprocess Quality Engineer-Rheinmetall Automotive - Oct '24 - Present - Pune, India
Verified in-process inspection reports per the control plan and handled defect identification.
Conducted product audits, process audits, and layout inspections to improve quality.
Prepared and monitored quality metrics, including customer complaints and internal rejections.
Updated live documents such as Control Plans, FMEA, SOPs, and Work Instructions.
Reduced COPQ percentage and customer complaints through effective quality strategies.
Key Projects and Parts Worked On:
Mahindra: EGR, BPV, ETB, Pump (All Assembly)
Tata: EGR, BPV, ETB, Pump
Hyundai: EGR, BPV
Quality Engineer- J K Precision and Tools- Nov '20-Sep '24- Pune, India
Verified in-process inspection reports per the control plan and handled defect identification.
Conducted product audits, process audits, and layout inspections to improve quality.
Prepared and monitored quality metrics, including customer complaints and internal rejections.
Updated live documents such as Control Plans, FMEA, SOPs, and Work Instructions.
Reduced COPQ percentage and customer complaints through effective quality strategies.
Key Projects and Parts Worked On:
Mahindra: Intake manifold, pipes, and other components
Tata: Thermostat housing, brackets, manifolds, and pipes
Kirloskar: Rocker covers, manifolds, crankcases, and headers
Atlas Copco: Heads and bowls
Bajaj: Brackets and handle holders
Indian Railways: Control arm upper/lower, alternate frame head
General Electric: Fan bodies, U-tube cylinders, etc. Tool Room Engineer-ALICON CASTALLOY LTD- Jul '16 — Nov '20- Pune, India
Applied lean principles to enhance workflow efficiency and quality while reducing waste.
Conducted investigations and implemented corrective actions for quality issues.
Supervised production processes and prepared documentation for dispatch and audits.
Trained teams on best practices, optimizing production and improving quality outcomes
Key Projects and Parts Worked On:
Mahindra: HPDC and LPDC Die (Inlet and Outlet Head)
Tata: GDC and LPDC
Kirloskar: GDC and HPDC
Atlas Copco: GDC and LPDC
EDUCATION
Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering, Shivaji University-Jul '11 — May '15-Sangli, India Highschool diploma in Science, Maharashtra State Board-Jul '10 — May '11-Sangli, India Highschool diploma in SSC, Maharashtra State Board-Jul '08 — May '09-Sangli, India CERTIFICATIONS
ISO 9001 2015 and IATF 16949 2016 Standards, CABGOLBAL INDIA-Dec '24 IATF Internal Auditor Certification, Quality HubINDIA-Nov '24 ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Best Employee of the Year Awarded twice for outstanding performance. SKILLS
Quality Management ISO 9001:2015, IATF 16949:2016 Standards, 7QC Tools, SPC, MSA Process Improvement FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, Process Improvement, Documentation Supplier Management Supplier Quality Management, Audits, PPAP, 8D Team Development Team Leadership, Training
Languages
English, Hindi,Marathi.