Accomplished Technical Specialist with over 5 years of experience in manufacturing and production, dedicated to driving process optimization and fostering operational excellence. Proven track record of significantly reducing non-conformances through the implementation of effective corrective actions while enhancing supplier and product performance in alignment with regulatory compliance. Expertise in leading cross-functional teams, leveraging technical knowledge to streamline workflows, and consistently improving efficiency and customer satisfaction. Committed to delivering results that elevate organizational performance and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Supported the organization’s ISO 14001:2015 certification by contributing to documentation, implementation, and audit readiness, while maintaining and improving QMS (ISO 9001) and EMS (ISO 14001).
Acted as an Internal Audit Specialist, conducting quarterly audits across departments, managing schedules, documentation, and ensuring timely resolution of findings.
Collaborated with four suppliers to enhance hazardous material packaging and helped create recycling standards documentation at Vortex, aligning with ISO 14001.
Played a key role in reducing critical Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) by ~60% and implemented an NCR register software to streamline tracking and resolution.
Contributed from project inception by rigorously testing and validating the new NCR software over 10 months, improving process efficiency and saving $15,000 annually in subscription fees.
Develop and maintain SOPs, Work Instructions, and training materials; verify deviation forms and technical drawings; oversee tool calibration records.
Collaborate with suppliers and purchasing to ensure raw material quality and manage approvals for new materials.
Support R&D in quality inspections and new product launches; raise Voice of Customer (VOC) reports for recurrent issues or safety concerns.
QUALITY COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST
Newrest
Dorval, QC
04.2023 - 09.2024
Led smooth operations by implementing ISO 9001 QMS processes, improving productivity and customer satisfaction.
Redesigned production facility layouts, reducing operational inefficiencies by 10%.
Reduced departmental waste by 18% through JIT inventory methodology.
Managed training for 25 dock employees on quality standards following a minor Air Canada complaint.
Collaborated with the Air Canada audit team to streamline processes and resolve issues promptly, fostering continuous improvement.
Applied quality tools to investigate issues, implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and enhance product quality.
Continuously reviewed laws, regulations, codes, and standards to ensure field operations compliance and alignment with internal documentation.
QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN
Silgan Plastics
Lachine, QC
07.2021 - 02.2023
Completed a quality project with Galderma, improving final product dimensions and driving a 12% increase in future orders.
Executed Acceptable Quality Level (AQL) inspections, placing suspicious products on hold, reducing defects and waste by 15%.
Conducted Good Documentation Practice (GDP) audits, organized production documents, and trained 15 employees on quality issues and prevention methods.
Performed final product testing using calibrated calipers, height gauges, Automatic Non-Contact Dimensional Measurement instruments, and Optical Comparators to ensure product consistency.
Utilized Oracle ERP to generate production schedules, quality reports, and barcode labels, streamlining workflow and enhancing operational efficiency.
Actively calibrated inspection machines, including AVID, Minimum Thickness, UTM, and microscopes, ensuring equipment accuracy.
Education
Master’s in Engineering - Quality Systems Engineering
Concordia University
Montreal, QC
04.2021
Bachelor’s in Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Kurukshetra University
Kurukshetra, India
04.2018
Skills
ISO 9001 QMS & ISO 14001 EMS implementation and compliance
Internal Auditing, GDP, NCR management, and CAPA
Supplier & raw material quality management
Lean practices, JIT inventory, and waste reduction