Supplier Quality Engineer

Vijayakumar Otageri

Phone: +91-963**-***** Email: *************@*****.***

Location: Bangalore, India LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/vijayakumar-otageri-b1580a158

Career objective

Mechanical Engineer with 6 years of Supplier Quality Assurance experience. I am skilled in supplier management, PPAP,

audits, and problem-solving. Hands-on in inspection methods and working with global suppliers to improve processes, solve

quality issues, and ensure defect-free product launches.

Academics and other certifications

B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from VKIT (VTU) with an aggregate of 67.9% (2018)

XII from S.V.M PU College with an aggregate of 65.50% (2014)

Internal Auditor QMS for Automotive Industry IATF 16949:2016 - CBT-5797 certification in 2023.

Key skills

ISO/IATF 16949 Supplier Audit

GD&T CMM

PPAP IMDS

7 QC Tools 8D Analysis

MSA PFMEA

SPC SAP

5 – Why Analysis

Fishbone Diagram

Work Experience

1. PreBo Automotive Pvt. Ltd. Bangalore

Supplier Engineering Technology, Senior Engineer (Nov 2022~ Present)

Directed supplier quality activities at PreBo Automotive plant, leading the Incoming Quality Assurance (IQA) team to

ensure robust supplier quality performance.

Implemented advanced inspection instruments, gauges, and fixtures in the quality lab to ensure accurate

measurement of pass-through characteristics.

Collaborated with suppliers to secure PPAP documentation, enabling smooth and timely project launches.

Mentored and developed team members on measurement techniques, QMS practices, and quality standards to

build technical capability.

Strengthened incoming inspection controls, established workmanship standards, and trained inspectors to

prevent defects from reaching the production line.

Drove supplier quality improvements by monitoring incoming quality, conducting root cause analysis, and

implementing corrective actions through 8D methodology.

Executed annual supplier audits and developed supplier performance scorecards for continuous improvement

and accountability.

Trained suppliers on Bosch 14Q principles, 5S, 8D, poka-yoke and IMDS.

2. SEG AUTOMOTIVE (Formerly known as Robert Bosch), Bangalore (Jan 2019 ~ Oct 2022)

Purchase Quality, Quality Engineer

Inspected child parts for Starting-Motors, Alternators, and E-Motors, including PPAP samples, incoming materials,

and analysis parts, ensuring compliance with quality standards.

Hands-on expertise in advanced measurement equipment: CMM, Contour Tracer, Roundness Tester, HV Tester,

VMS, Air Gauge, and Profile Projector.

Investigated customer complaints (“0 Km” and field), performed root cause analysis, communicated findings through

Q-alerts, and coordinated returns via Q2 Notifications.

Created inspection plans for new development parts and tracked/updated DIR complaint data for value stream teams.

Standardized inspection methods, PPAP documentation, and SOPs to streamline supplier production readiness.

Professional achievements

Well Done Award by PreBo Automotive in 02/01/2024 for Achievement supplier PPM ‘0’

Training Bosch suppliers on 14 VS Q basics and 8D improvement program.

Extracurricular and Interests

Travelling and exploring new places

Playing Chess.

Personal details

Name: Vijayakumar Otageri Address: No.50, 7th Cross, 1st Phase,

Date of Birth: 08/07/1996 J. P. Nagar B’lore-78

Gender: Male Email: *************@*****.***

Languages known: Kannada, English, Hindi Phone: +91-963*******

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