PRATIK PANDYA
WHITBY
Summary
Accomplished Senior Supplier Quality Engineer with a proven track record at Safran Landing Systems, enhancing supply chain efficiency and product quality through expert supplier audits and quality control initiatives. Skilled in AS9100 and ERP systems, adept at fostering continuous improvement and collaborative solutions.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Supplier Quality Engineer
Safran Landing Systems
08.2018 - Current
- Aided suppliers in raw material & forgings selection strategies to encourage superior supply chain outcomes.
- Conducted supplier audits to detect pre-production weaknesses in supply chain and human resource assets.
- Set up ongoing supplier site evaluation parameters to maintain quality control standards over long-term relationships.
- Traveled to assigned supplier facilities to verify supplier staff qualifications via multiple modes of inspection and investigation.
- Improved supplier performance by conducting comprehensive audits and implementing corrective actions.
Supplier Quality Inspector
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Aerospace Inc.
04.2016 - 08.2018
- Validate the manufacturing process, the product, FAI report, router and control plans.
- Perform inspection of detail parts, assembly parts using various precision instruments.
- Complete paperwork and systems records for traceability and movement of products; perform product and process audits.
- Interface with designers and suppliers to obtain necessary data to ensure the products meet the quality requirements.
- Liaison with suppliers on production issues &makes non-conformance and corrective action.
- Handle tasks of analyzing quality data and provide recommendations on revision of specifications, when indicated.
- Implemented corrective actions for non-conforming products, reducing the risk of customer dissatisfaction or returns.
- Discarded and rejected products, materials and equipment not conforming with specifications.
- Assisted in training new Quality Inspectors, sharing knowledge of best practices and industry standards.
- Identified and helped resolve non-conforming product issues.
- FAI inspection with accuracy, reporting problems or defects quickly.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
Quality Assurance Inspector
Wesco Aircraft Hardware
05.2013 - 04.2016
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections of complex components and assemblies using all precision measurement instruments.
- Conduct product compliance reviews including documentation; Process Material Rejections and Non-Conformances action are taken upon results.
- Initiate corrective actions, assess response plan and root cause analysis and conduct follow-up verifications.
- Ensures compliance with all associated quality procedures, control plans and quality management system requirements.
- Completed precise measurements using special tools.
- Updated quality control records and reports.
- Utilized quality control software to track and analyze product data.
QUALITY ASSURANCE ENGINEERING INTERN
A RAYMOND TINNERMEN
01.2012 - 12.2012
- Spearheaded quality control efforts for multiple product lines including various metal fasteners using in field of automobile, aviation, agriculture and construction.
- Validate products through approved processes ensuring contractual requirements are being met.
- Employed expert inspection skills utilizing micrometers, calipers, and go/no-go gauges while adhering to all industry standards; performed required number of inspections and tracked any non-conformance on Statistical Process Control charts.
- Partnered with three manufacturing and engineering staff members to drive continuous improvement and lead quality initiatives
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Global Vectra Helicorp
09.2008 - 08.2009
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance tasks performed, ensuring compliance with DGCA regulations.
- Conducted inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of Bell-412 (PT6T) aircraft.
- Removed components such as landing gear, engines, and flight control.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Enhanced aircraft safety by performing thorough maintenance inspections and identifying potential issues.
AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE ENGINEERING APPRENTICE
AHMADABAD AVIATION AND AERONAUTICS LTD.
01.2008 - 09.2008
- Received comprehensive maintenance training on Cessna-152, 172/LYC-O-235-L2C, and Zenith CH-2000 aircraft.
- Operated hand tools, gauges, and electrical test equipment to perform routine maintenance and repairs on moveable parts, fluid lines, hoses, wiring, filters, screens, and associated aircraft fluids.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - V5R21 Catia Full Course
Canadian Technology College
Toronto, ON05-2016
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Engineering
Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Brampton, ON08-2012
Online Diploma - Aircraft Mechanic Certification
International Career School
Westmount, QC06-2012
Associate of Applied Science - Aircraft Maintenance Engineering
Western India Institute of Aeronautics
Ahmedabad, India 08-2008
Skills
- Solid knowledge on Raw material & forgings,
- Supplier audits, QMS, Digital Product Definition
- Engineering configuration change management
- AS9100, AS9102, AS9120, Aviation Regulations
- Quality inspections, FAI, PPAP, GD&T
- ERP, SAP, Q-studio, Catia, Enovia, SolidWorks,MasterCAMX5, JD Edwards, Microsoft all tools
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional
Gujarati
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
Timeline
Senior Supplier Quality Engineer
Safran Landing Systems
08.2018 - Current
Supplier Quality Inspector
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Aerospace Inc.
04.2016 - 08.2018
Quality Assurance Inspector
Wesco Aircraft Hardware
05.2013 - 04.2016
QUALITY ASSURANCE ENGINEERING INTERN
A RAYMOND TINNERMEN
01.2012 - 12.2012
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Global Vectra Helicorp
09.2008 - 08.2009
AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE ENGINEERING APPRENTICE
AHMADABAD AVIATION AND AERONAUTICS LTD.
01.2008 - 09.2008
Certificate of Technical Studies - V5R21 Catia Full Course
Canadian Technology College
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Engineering
Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Online Diploma - Aircraft Mechanic Certification
International Career School
Associate of Applied Science - Aircraft Maintenance Engineering
Western India Institute of Aeronautics
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