Nikhil Ravi

Implemented and maintained the Quality Management System (QMS) aligned with ISO 9001 standards, coordinated internal quality audits, and reported compliance status to senior management. Served as primary customer liaison for quality issues, led root cause investigations, and managed CAPA plans to minimize quality-related costs.

Sourced and procured spare parts by evaluating vendor capabilities, pricing, and lead times. Collaborated cross-functionally with production, quality, and logistics teams to ensure on-time procurement of materials meeting technical and compliance standards.

Represented quality engineering on new product development teams for automotive OEM wiring harness systems, ensuring compliance with DFMEA, PFMEA, GD&T, and Six Sigma standards. Developed control plans and work instructions, reducing manufacturing lead time by 20%.

Programmed and operated Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), applying GD&T, SPC, Gage R&R, and MSA to ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards. Led implementation of short-cycle test runs using Six Sigma and DMAIC, resulting in a 30% reduction in dimensional verification time.

Spearheaded 5S inspections and optimized factory floor layout, resulting in a 20% improvement in production efficiency. Reduced recurring defects by 15% using SPC and Root Cause Analysis, and led supplier quality audits and PPAP for incoming raw materials.

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification in progress, expected completion in May 2026.

Grade: 3.65

Master of Science in Industrial Engineering from New Jersey Institute of Technology, completed in December 2024 with a GPA of 3.65.

Diploma in AutoCAD 2D & 3D from a formal certified course.

Certificate in CATIA from a formal certified course.

Certificate in ANSYS from a formal certified course.

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification from the Project Management Institute.

Grade: 7

Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering from Anna University, completed in November 2020 with a GPA of 7.