saravanan sampath

  Results-driven Supplier Quality Engineer with 17+ years of experience managing and improving supplier performance in the manufacturing industry, particularly within the wind energy sector. Expertise in conducting supplier audits, quality assessments, product and process qualifications, and continuous improvement initiatives. Proficient in the application of quality tools such as FMEA, SPC, and APQP to ensure adherence to strict quality standards and specifications. Experienced in supervising supplier quality, driving collaborative efforts to enhance supplier performance, and ensuring the reliable delivery of high-quality components for wind energy projects 

Key Skills

CATIA-New Product Development
RCCA,FAI,Cost,continuous Process improvement
PPAP,ISO ,DQS,IATF audit
ORACLE-RCA analysis
Allenbradley&siemens PLC&SCADA
AIAG VDA PFMEA conversion
RCM-Reliability centered maintenance
Turbine calibration&windmill standards
Autocad,solidworks
Lean-CP/CPK,PP/PPK,SPC Tools
Quality Standards & Best Practices

Professional Experience

Jun 2011
Present
Supplier Quality Manager -Definition Methods -NPD
MICHELIN TYRES INDIA LTD Chennai, IN
Global leader in tire industry-Aerospace&Truck tires
  •  Experienced Quality Engineer specializing in aerospace tire manufacturing, with a strong focus on product integrity, regulatory compliance (e.g., AS9100, FAA standards), and continuous improvement initiatives. Skilled in applying Lean manufacturing principles, RCCA methodologies, FMEA risk analysis, MSA for measurement systems, SPC for process stability, PPAP submission for product validation, and FAI execution to ensure first-article compliance. 
Manufacturing definition methods for new dimension tire Process development to meet global requirements & change management and customer satisfaction 
  • Develop, Implement, and manage continuously of NPD process,CAPEX, Pricing,Quote submission , comparison,delivery coordination.
  • Ensure appropriate KPIs are in place and used effectively to measure and improve the effectiveness of the key elements of the New Product Development+ process and overall departmental performance,  quality costs while maximizing customer satisfaction ,
  • manufacturing Process Capability study by JASP application for calculate CP/CPK and Process study PP/PPK,Process variation reduction and  locking method -MTP,Bottle neck  in new Product design. SPC (Statistical Process Control): JASP use of statistical methods of tire to monitor and control a process to ensure that it operates at its full potential,  ensuring the robustness and reliability of product  .
  • Creates a detailed new product development roadmap identifying investment costs and implementation plan and systems 
  •  PPAP (Production Part Approval Process): A standardized process in the automotive and aerospace industries to ensure that suppliers understand all specifications and production processes of tyre and meet the customers requirements before mass production (Daimler,volvo,Hyundai,Airospace ,Indian military)
  • Coordinate with Michelin R&D for new Product /Process industrialization and Progress updating&control Plan,Quality standards. 
  • Design verification, validation, Product compliance ,quality standards improvement and deployment for R1,R2,R3 Risk consideration.
  • Rpn and Action revision for FMEA as per AIAG-VDA automotive standards . FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis): A proactive tool and identify potential failure modes within a michelin system, process, or design and assess their impact to prioritize improvement actions and actively working on new FMEA format of AIAG-VDA conversion.
  • New Product homologation, Qualification, industrial robustness,engineering changes , metrology, measurements, study results, Test & certification. 
  • Continuous improvement of Process development and reduce quality issue in manufacturing Process across all shops. 
  •  MSA (Measurement System Analysis): MSA 4.0 statistical tool to assess the quality and reliability of measurement systems (like gauges, inspection methods, etc.) and hypothesis ,GRR-Average Range  methods using in michelin metrology.
  •  Process improvement for tyre manufacturing across all shops for truck model and meet design requirements 
  • Analysis and corrective action for field customer complaint issues in after cure Process and work with the product quality guarantee team , key performance indicators (KPIs) 
  • Responsible for creating procedures and CDCF,MOW and documenting complex Process in the manufacturing line, 8D Methodology, 5Whys and Fishbone Diagram.
  • Work closely with the Metrology Equipment Engineer and Operation Team to translate the requirements of product requirements needs to achieve the overall KPI, develop and implement corrective actions for resolving process issue 
  • Solving Process issues through root cause analysis like bib solve, bib solve+ tools 
  • Risk analysis, Gap analysis, impact analysis  for old/new changes in Process and taking actions to satisfy the quality requirements 
  • Responsible for New tyre dimension -BIS marking and mould  drawing release for curing Process,six sigma Project coordination  and coordinated with R&D team
  • Project management and adherence with customer /supplier respecting time ,cost and sign off progression. FAI (First Article Inspection): A detailed verification and comparison of a michelin  production sample to engineering drawings and specifications, usually conducted on the first parts made in a new or changed process .
  •  Root Cause and Corrective Action :RCA -(Bib tools) systematic process to identify the fundamental cause of a problem and implement actions to prevent its recurrence 
Jun 2011
May 2012
Automation engineer-Trainee
MICHELIN NORTH AMERICA INC South Carolina, US
The global leader in tire manufacturer
 
  • Allen Bradley Certification & Technical Training in USA 
 Rockwell Training Center-Greenville -South Carolina.
  Allen Bradley PLCs -Control Logix fundamentals Project Development Rockwell     Kinetics Drives 6000 motion control & Troubleshooting. RS Logix 5000 -level 4 -Motion Programming Logics HMI -Factory Talk ME and PanelView Plus Programming. PID -Instrumentation Loop Development Training. Programming standards-Grafcet -ST395/ST265 
  • IMS SCHOOL -Greenville -South Carolina. Electrical technical Training& Mechanical Technical Training. RCM-Reliability-centered maintenance Training CMMS-IBM-Maximo maintenance software training.
  •  PROACT-RCA analysis Training. Planning & scheduling for maintenance training. IQS-Quality standard and Process training & digitalized Projects. Electrical Automation Technician- MICHELIN Truck Tire Plant Spartanburg.SC Troubleshooting of tire assembly manufacturing Process machines. AB PLC Programming of Process requirement in automated machine SLC to Control Logix conversion Projects in Obsolete machines. Kinetix Drives replacement and attends technical breakdowns 

Jan 2001
Aug 2004
Engineer-Projects
SUZLON ENERGY LTD Thirunelveli, IN
Windmill Energy Producer
 
Led supplier qualification audits across global supplier bases, ensuring compliance with Suzlon Energy standards and industry best practices.

Directed Product and Process Qualification (PPQ) activities, guiding suppliers through Suzlon Energys Quality Management processes and tools.

Supervised supplier quality performance, initiating corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and implementing risk mitigation strategies to improve product reliability.

Collaborated early with suppliers during product development phases to ensure manufacturability, quality standards, and successful project launches.

Conducted comprehensive root cause analyses (5 Why, 8D, RCA) and implemented robust corrective actions to address supplier non-conformities.

Monitored and reported supplier KPIs, analyzing trends and communicating risks to stakeholders to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Coordinated component acceptability assessments and managed first article inspections (FAI) to validate supplier production readiness.

Developed and maintained strong working relationships with international suppliers and internal cross-functional teams to foster alignment and cultural understanding.

Applied extensive knowledge of machining, castings, coating, forgings, welding, and surface treatments to ensure technical requirements were met during supplier assessments.

Supported APQP and PPAP processes for new product introductions and supplier transitions, maintaining project timelines and quality objectives.

Worked within suzlon rigorous quality system, supporting tire component suppliers through qualification, non-conformance management, and process improvements.

Led continuous improvement initiatives that reduced supplier defects and warranty claims, contributing to operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. 

Education

Mar 2007
Mar 2011
Bachelor in electrical & electronics engineering in A.V.I.T. Engineering college
VMRF
Mar 1997
Mar 2000
Diploma in Electrical & Electronics Engineering in A.M.S POLYTECNIC
DOTE -Tamilnadu

Certifications

2023
Certified HQRi Methods
TGI Training center -thailand
2012
Certified Allan Bradley PLC
Rockwell automation center
2016
Certified ABB Robot
ABB
2012
RCM-Reliability centered maintenance
Proactive

Languages

English
(Fluent)
Tamil
(Native)
French
(Basic)

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