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Akhil Mathew

Stratford,ON

Summary

Results-driven Quality Assurance Technician known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialized skills include process validation, quality control procedures, and regulatory compliance ensure success in maintaining standards. Possess strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and teamwork capabilities which are vital for navigating complex quality assurance challenges. Excel at leveraging these soft skills to enhance product quality and operational excellence.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Assurance Technician

Caledon Tubing
St. Marys, Ontario
10.2023 - Current
  • Creation and modification of process flow, PFMEA, and control plans for the existing products, ECNs, and new products.
  • Assisting with IATF 16949 certification, Statistical Process Control, and Reporting.
  • Root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
  • Raw Material Testing and Release
  • Gauge Calibration and Tracking
  • Sample cross-section cut and etch testing, and other MET-Lab tests on sample specimens.
  • Routine and non-routine in-line production inspections and corrective actions.
  • Maintenance and monitoring of quality documents.
  • Investigations on customer complaints and non-conformances.
  • Defect trend tracking and process improvement.
  • Titration of Acids on the line.
  • Address lab equipment concerns.
  • Monitor and adjust process chemicals.
  • Maintain Defective Material Record and Follow-ups.
  • Verifying Shipments.
  • Verifying Material Certifications.
  • Preparing and conducting internal audits, LPAs, and routine checks.
  • Finished product inspection and Dock Auditing.
  • Hands-on experience with Continuous Improvement, 5S, and Lean manufacturing.
  • Lab supervision and regulation of chemicals.
  • Cross-training and cross-supporting on quality concerns.

Quality Co-op Student

Martinrea Industrial Canada
Vaughan, Ontario
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Creation and modification of Process Flow, PFMEAs, and Control Plans for existing and new products.
  • Analyzing blueprints, BOMs, and customer standards to verify the process steps and cost analysis.
  • Creating, modifying, and verifying work instructions, check instructions and conformance tools.
  • Assisting with IATF 16949 certification.
  • Modification of documents, instructions, drawings, and inspection tools as per ECNs.
  • Ongoing inspection verification.
  • Root cause analysis and corrective actions on customer complaints and non-conformances.
  • Assisting with PPAPs,PSW,MSA and gauge planning
  • Helping with implementing 5s,Lean Manufacturing,HFDS and Continuous Improvement
  • Cross-collaboration and training

Job Tracker

Qatar Engineering and Construction Company
Doha, Qatar
04.2021 - 07.2021

Job Tracker

Qatar Engineering and Construction Company
Doha, Qatar
02.2020 - 06.2020
  • Equipment Inspection and job prioritization.
  • Conducting toolbox talks and daily meetings.
  • Assisting with NDT tests.
  • Conducting safety meetings and incident documentation.
  • Taking permits and permissions for conducting a task.
  • Ensuring health and safety of workers.

Education

Post-Graduate Diploma - Quality Engineering Management

Lambton College of Applied Arts And Technology
Toronto, ON
08-2023

Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering

APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University
Thiruvananthapuram,Kerala,India
08-2019

Skills

  • Testing and sampling procedures
  • Auditing and Inspections
  • Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Actions
  • Documentation Control
  • Knowledge in IATF 16949
  • MS Office
  • Datalyzer Software
  • Quality Management Systems
  • ISO standards including ISO 9001:2015, ISO/TS 16949, ISO 14001, and ISO 13485
  • Lean,5S, and Continuous Improvement
  • Cross-functional and team collaboration
  • GD&T and Gauge Tracking
  • Accident and Injury Investigation
  • NDT Inspections
  • Knowledge of using CMM and FARO
  • Leadership and minimal supervision
  • Communication and supervisory skills
  • Time Management

Timeline

Quality Assurance Technician

Caledon Tubing
10.2023 - Current

Quality Co-op Student

Martinrea Industrial Canada
05.2023 - 08.2023

Job Tracker

Qatar Engineering and Construction Company
04.2021 - 07.2021

Job Tracker

Qatar Engineering and Construction Company
02.2020 - 06.2020

Post-Graduate Diploma - Quality Engineering Management

Lambton College of Applied Arts And Technology

Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering

APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University
Akhil Mathew