Quality Assurance Engineer

Shelvin Joseph

Quality Engineer

Toronto, ON +1-647-***-**** *************@*******.*** www.linkedin.com/in/shelvinjoseph

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Data-Driven Certified Quality Engineer with 5+ years of experience in quality assurance, process improvements, and quality

auditing within the automotive and fast-paced manufacturing industries. Demonstrates ability to reduce cost of quality and

enhance process efficiency through continuous improvement initiatives and effective team leadership.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Trioworld, Ajax, ON Apr 2023 - Present

Quality Assurance Specialist

• Spearheaded the focus on critical components of the new production line using FMEA within the APQP framework,

enabling successful installation with minimized risks and enhanced reliability.

• Applied continuous improvement methodologies, including Six Sigma and RCA, to minimize scrap and returns,

achieving a 30% reduction in waste and a return rate of 0.25%, while enhancing yield through CAPA.

• Collaborated with cross functional team in daily performance review meetings to develop, validate, and improve

manufacturability of designs, enhancing process efficiency and product quality.

• Co-ordinated with R&D, production and manufacturing teams on new product development, utilizing DOE and SPC

methods to achieve a 15% reduction in process variation and enhance process capability.

• Executed gap analysis to identify improvement areas for ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards, implementing policies

and procedures to meet customer specifications and regulatory standards.

• Improved measurement system reliability by conducting Gauge R&R studies, resulting in a 20% increase in ESTL

testing equipment capacity and a 30% reduction in measurement variability.

Honda Manufacturing Inc, Alliston, ON Aug 2022 - Mar 2023

Senior Quality Assurance Technician

• Conducted process and part audits within the PPAP framework prior to the launch of a new car model, implementing

corrective actions for supplier parts that resulted in a 25% reduction in non-conformities.

• Proficient in interpreting engineering blueprints with GD&T symbols to determine precise geometric tolerances,

ensuring all vehicle parts meet exact design specifications and quality standards.

• Developed and implemented SOPs for quality inspection processes, ensuring consistency, compliance with industry

standards, and ergonomic considerations, which led to a 35% reduction in inspection errors.

• Trained inspectors and new employees on the operation and maintenance of Poka-Yoke devices, along with company

procedures and objectives, to ensure error-proofing, and improve workplace safety.

• Utilized real-time data from the SBG mobile scanning app during Gemba walks to collaborate with QC teams,

identify process inefficiencies, and drive improvements, maximizing operational efficiency.

Apollo Tyres, India Jan 2019 - Mar 2021

Quality Engineer

• Applied ANOVA to assess the impact of various additives on tread wear and durability, driving material selection

and quality improvements in product development.

• Implemented lean manufacturing techniques, including 5S, Kaizen, and Value Stream Mapping (VSM) in tire

production, resulting in a 20% improvement in cycle time and a 25% reduction in downtime.

• Skilled in SAP PP and QA modules to manage Bill of Materials (BOM), enhancing cost control and material flow

while ensuring compliance with QMS standards during audits, resulting in a 20% reduction in expenses.

• Supervised a team of 20 employees by delegating responsibilities based on individual skills, optimizing inspection

processes and expediting repairs, leading to a 40% reduction in overtime expenses.

• Led daily reviews of defective materials in the hold area and documented findings to create NCR, effectively

communicating issues to stakeholders and suppliers, resulting in a 25% decrease in customer complaints.

Ashok Leyland, India May 2018 to Dec 2018

Quality Assurance Technician

• Evaluated supplier components using Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) tools and techniques to meet industry

standards and customer needs.

• Prepared daily quality reports for management, highlighting major defects, process changes, corrective action, and

suggestions for quality improvements.

• Adhered to standard procedures and safety protocols, achieved zero safety incidents and maintained a safe working

environment.

EDUCATION

Post Graduate in Quality Engineering Management

Lambton College, Toronto May 2021 - Dec 2022

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Cochin University of Science & Technology, India Aug 2014 - Apr 2018

SKILLS

Hard Skills: FMEA, MSA, ISO 9001/14001, Six Sigma (DMAIC, DMADV), DOE, SPC, PPAP, NDT, GD&T, APQP,

8D, ERP, QMS, DFM, PDCA, 5S, IATF 16949

Software Proficiency: SAP (PP and QA modules), Minitab, Smartsheet, Microsoft Excel, AutoCAD

OTHERS

Certificates: Certified Quality Engineer (ASQ - CQE), Certified Quality Auditor (ASQ - CQA), Six Sigma Green Belt,

Six Sigma Yellow Belt

Accomplishments: Research paper published in IEEE on “Solar Panel Automated Cleaning (SPAC) System”, Innovative

Idea Award by Kerala Startup Mission, Innovative Engineering Project Award by Kerala State Government

Professional Memberships: American Society for Quality (ASQ) member (Since 2022)

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