Vaibhav Kumar - Quality Manager

Q: Where is Vaibhav based?

Vaibhav is based in Würselen, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Vaibhav speak?

Vaibhav speaks the following languages: English (Advanced), German (Intermediate) .

Q: How many years of experience does Vaibhav have?

Vaibhav has at least 15 years of experience. During this time, Vaibhav has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 6 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 5 months . Note that Vaibhav may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Vaibhav's latest experience?

Vaibhav's most recent position is Quality Manager at GNS Electronic GmbH .

Q: What companies has Vaibhav worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Vaibhav has worked for GNS Electronic GmbH , Next.e.GO. Mobile SE , and Tata Motors Limited .

Q: Which industries is Vaibhav most experienced in?

Vaibhav is most experienced in industries like Automotive and Manufacturing .

Q: Which business areas is Vaibhav most experienced in?

Vaibhav is most experienced in business areas like Quality Assurance , Product Development , and Procurement . Vaibhav also has some experience in Operations , Supply Chain Management , and Production .

Q: Which industries has Vaibhav worked in recently?

Vaibhav has recently worked in industries like Automotive and Manufacturing .

Q: Which business areas has Vaibhav worked in recently?

Vaibhav has recently worked in business areas like Quality Assurance , Procurement , and Product Development .

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Würselen, Germany

Experience

Jul 2024 - Present

1 year 9 months

Germany

Quality Manager

GNS Electronic GmbH

Submitting PPAP document to customer for production approval and conducting PPAP/PPA audits at supplier for the confirmation of production for new product.
Handling customer complaints and maintaining the customer part yield rate.
Responsible for setting up operation standards and procedures for the process.
Led cross-functional teams in root cause analysis investigations to identify the underlying causes of quality issues and implementation of corrective action and preventive action.
Conducting process capability studies for critical and special characteristics.
Coordinating cross-functional team to improve product quality and customer satisfaction score.
Application of 8D, seven tools, five why or five why tree, Ishikawa, as well as new methods.

Jan 2024 - Apr 2024

4 months

Germany

Quality Expert Planner (Supplier Development)

Next.e.GO. Mobile SE

Providing inputs related to DFM and system attributes to engineering team during release of new parts.
Coordination and responsible execution/application of quality planner tasks at suppliers including FMEA, SPC, MSA, control plan, full run test and explanations of the methods.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement supplier audit process and supplier development.
Responsible for setting quality standards, developing and implementing supplier quality processes and procedures, and managing supplier audits.
Conducting PPAP/PPA audits at supplier for the confirmation of production for new product.

May 2018 - Dec 2023

5 years 8 months

India

Senior Manager - Supplier Quality & Development Assurance, Process and Product Audits

Tata Motors Limited

Implemented Quality Management Systems (QMS) at suppliers including PPAP, GD&T, FMEA, control plan, PFD, SPC, MSA, DFM, DFA, 8D, APQP and ISO 9001 resulting in an increase of its efficiency by 10 percent.
Implemented APQP process and used SAP Material Management for supplier onboarding, leading to a 30% decrease in production lead time.
Managed electric vehicle development using CREO and Teamcenter to ensure timely delivery of high-quality components from sheet metal, weld and press shops.
Led cross-functional teams in root cause analysis investigations to identify the underlying causes of quality issues and implementation of corrective action and preventive action, resulting in a 20% decrease in customer complaints within six months.
Conducted comprehensive technical reviews of supplier specifications, resulting in a reduction of defective parts by 15% and increased new product quality by 10%.
Provided inputs to vendors regarding all development process requests including drawing study, packaging and engineering changes.
Selected and evaluated suppliers based on quality requirements including assessment audits on site; managed re-evaluation and annual performance reviews; addressed quality issues and suggested containment actions.

Nov 2014 - Apr 2018

3 years 6 months

India

Senior Engineer – R&D

Krishna Maruti Limited

Developed and executed an Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) strategy for new product development, reducing defects by 15% and improving customer satisfaction by 10%.
Led the evaluation and implementation of a new sample testing process, resulting in a 20% reduction in product development time.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to establish quality standards and requirements for first samples, resulting in a 95% approval rate from customers.
Implemented rigorous quality control measures resulting in a 30% decrease in defects during first sample evaluations.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to analyze and improve supplier performance, leading to a 15% reduction in non-conforming parts.
Led cross-functional team in conducting thorough evaluation of first sample products, resulting in a 20% reduction in defects and improving customer satisfaction by 15%.
Administered overall product design and development including engineering change management and supplier development functions.
Conducted risk assessments, root cause analysis and failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) to identify and mitigate quality issues.
Performed supplier process verification for meeting minimum 95% accuracy.
Documented and implemented PFD, work instructions, quality procedures, process sheets, PPAP and control plan.

Dec 2013 - Nov 2014

1 year

India

Engineer - Process Quality

Bellsonica Auto Comp India Pvt Ltd

Supervised quality engineering and incoming control functions in the company.
Monitored poka yoke verification on a daily basis and maintained records.
Interfaced with production department to improve line issues; verified the carbon test for nut welding machines.
Checked incoming material and maintained records; monitored supplier PPM.
Coordinated with suppliers for problem solving and sharing corrective action and preventive action reports; planned audits at supplier end.

Jun 2011 - Dec 2013

2 years 7 months

Engineer

Wahi Sons Pvt Ltd

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Automotive and Manufacturing.

Automotive

Manufacturing

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Quality Assurance, Product Development, Procurement, Operations, Supply Chain Management, and Production.

Quality Assurance

Product Development

Procurement

Operations

Supply Chain Management

Production

Summary

Seasoned quality management professional with 13+ years’ experience, successful career delivering efficiency and standardization while maintaining ISO 9001, QMS/QARA, Six Sigma quality systems. Drives smooth operation of production and manufacturing lines by timely and efficient delivery of products. Hands-on experience in reviewing and implementation of risk management and corrective action programs.

Skills

Supplier Quality, Supplier Management, Project Management
Quality Management System (Qms) Assurance, Process And Product Audits
Ppap, Gd&t, Fmea, Cp, Pfd, Spc, Msa, Dfm, Dfa, 8d, Apqp, Iso 9001
Sap Material Management
Electric Vehicle Development, Creo, Teamcenter
Sheet Metal, Weld And Press Shop Process Rejection Analysis And Control/problem Solving
Jigs And Fixture
Ms Office, Ms Project

Languages

English

Advanced

German

Intermediate

Education

Oct 2014 - Jun 2016

Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

MBA · Manufacturing Management · Pilani, India

Oct 2007 - Jun 2011

Govt. Engineering College Bikaner

B.Tech. · Mechanical Engineering · Bikaner, India

Oct 2005 - Jun 2007

12th · India

...and 1 more

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 6

Experience in Automotive 10.5 y

Avg length 2 y 5 m

Longest experience 5 y 7 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 2 (India, Germany)

Primary country India

Expertise

Recent roles Quality Manager, Quality Expert Planner (Supplier Development), Senior Manager - Supplier Quality & Development Assurance, Process and Product Audits

Main industries Automotive, Manufacturing

Main business areas Quality Assurance, Product Development, Procurement

Qualifications

Highest degree Master

Profile

Created

September 2025

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Where is Vaibhav based?

Vaibhav is based in Würselen, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Vaibhav speak?

Vaibhav speaks the following languages: English (Advanced), German (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Vaibhav have?

Vaibhav has at least 15 years of experience. During this time, Vaibhav has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 5 months. Note that Vaibhav may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Vaibhav be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Vaibhav would be well-suited for roles such as: Quality Manager, Quality Expert Planner (Supplier Development), Senior Manager - Supplier Quality & Development Assurance, Process and Product Audits.

What is Vaibhav's latest experience?

Vaibhav's most recent position is Quality Manager at GNS Electronic GmbH.

What companies has Vaibhav worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Vaibhav has worked for GNS Electronic GmbH, Next.e.GO. Mobile SE, and Tata Motors Limited.

Which industries is Vaibhav most experienced in?

Vaibhav is most experienced in industries like Automotive and Manufacturing.

Which business areas is Vaibhav most experienced in?

Vaibhav is most experienced in business areas like Quality Assurance, Product Development, and Procurement. Vaibhav also has some experience in Operations, Supply Chain Management, and Production.

Which industries has Vaibhav worked in recently?

Vaibhav has recently worked in industries like Automotive and Manufacturing.

Which business areas has Vaibhav worked in recently?

Vaibhav has recently worked in business areas like Quality Assurance, Procurement, and Product Development.

What is Vaibhav's education?

Vaibhav holds a Master in Manufacturing Management from Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani and a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering from Govt. Engineering College Bikaner.

What is the availability of Vaibhav?

Vaibhav is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Vaibhav?

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