Quality Executive

Education & Credentials

Mechanical Engineering Technology

University of Toledo, Ohio, United States, 2008-2013

Professional Development

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certificate – Aveta Business Institute, 2018
• Airman Leadership Non-commissioned Officer SSgt. – Air Force University, 2011

Quality Assurance Executive

Accomplished quality assurance professional with 10+ years of global experience providing quality management oversights for defence manufacturing industry.

Solid abilities in achieving quality operational objectives through effective analysis of strategic plans, production, productivity, customer-service standards, and system improvements on agreed outcome within budget parameters. Demonstrated expertise in managing environmental regulations, engineering project management methods, monitoring workplace safety, budget management, employee supervision, and training and development. Proven technical leadership and direct participation in the complex multi-project environment. Capable of executing full project lifecycle from planning and conceptual design to production.

Highlights of Expertise

Career Experience

Booz Allen Hamilton, Jacobabad, Pakistan – Shahbaz Air Base

SENIOR CONSULTANT (2017 to Present)

Check and maintain maintenance/classified items in accordance with the specified contract requirements. Collaborate with PAF leadership on meetings and verified quality controls to remove and solve discrepancies. Address the issues to senior leadership for resolution and checked with corrective actions.

• Delivered impeccable consultancy services associated with quality management system, maintenance practices, and records management to Pakistan Air Force (PAF) to ensure seamless operations.
• Provide expert insights and recommended effective strategies to higher management regarding development of USAF policy in relation with F-16 practices and classified items.
• Secret – SC clearance T3R renewed 11/17/2017 by the DoD CAF organization for handling of classified items with current employer. Expires 11/17/2027.

Fiat Chrysler Automotive/Aerotek, Toledo, OH

CORPORATE SUPPLIER QUALITY ENGINEER (2015 to 2017)

Ensured selection of proper designs, suppliers, and manufacturing processes to optimise existing operations framework by leading cross-functional teams of engineering, manufacturing, and purchasing departments. Conducted root cause analysis to identify and resolve engineering as well as supplier quality issues. Chaired meetings with plant manager, quality manager, and quality engineers to discuss work progress, impeding issues, and quality of parts by evaluating Cp/Cpk data.

• Filled performance and operational gaps for a world class manufacturing company by conducting training program of 24 weeks, including all aspects of quality and management. Implantation of 5G, 4M1D, 5Why1H, Kaizen, DMAIC, 5 Questions for Zero defects. Benefit/cost on program of $120,000 in 24-week period on projects.
• Devised an effective communication channel with supplier to discuss process improvement opportunities.
• Formulated supplier quality assurance plans and submitted to center management to evaluate suppliers’ performance while applying corrective measures to mitigate risk factors.

U.S. Air Force National Guard – 200th Red Horse, Port Clinton, OH

CIVIL ENGINEERING DIVISION – HONORABLE DISCHARGE (2015 to 2016)

• Ensured quality and compliance across project operations by drafting blueprints and conducting site visits.
• Supported combat operations and activities to facilitate the setting of objectives, direction of combat, and assessment of the operation plan’s success.

Mestek, Holland, OH

LEAD QUALITY ENGINEER/QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTOR (2012 to 2015)

Formulated and communicated defect and deviation reports with customers for final review/authorization as well as for the decision-making process. Highlighted impeding issues and operational gaps; recommended corrective strategies to overcome project challenges.

• Aligned nuclear power plant functions with Appendix B to Part 50 of quality assurance criteria to mitigate non-compliances and maintain quality standards throughout operational framework.
• Promoted accountability, transparency, and quality across tier 1-2 suppliers through detailed audits IAW ISO 19001.
• Enforced end-to-end controls across projects for improvement in QMS and compliance with set requests.

U.S. Air Force National Guard – 180th Fighter Wing, Swanton, OH

F-16 FUEL SYSTEM MECHANIC – HONORABLE DISCHARGE (Feb 2006 to Feb 2012)

Trained new members in the shop during on the job training for maintenance on F-16 and conducted quality audits on procedures being followed. Followed up with quarterly performance reviews on individuals along with preparation for testing on F-16 and maintenance expertise.

• Introduced best practices, workflow process, and management systems maintaining the F-16.
• Developed and implemented end-to-end safety controls that reduced accident frequency rate while ensuing the maintenance of aircrafts by inspecting work areas to avoid and remove leakage, cracks, and dents.
• Awarded with campaign medal for service while deploying in Iraq at LSA Camp Anaconda 2007 Balad Air Base.