Irshadullah Asim Mohammed
Danbury,CT
Summary
A seasoned ASQ CMQ/OE, PMP and Lean -Six Sigma Black Belt certified Supply Chain professional with over 13 years of global experience in managing supplier quality processes, implementing continuous improvement initiatives, and developing strategic partnerships with suppliers. My excellent communication and collaboration skills allow me to work effectively with cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Supplier Development Engineer
FuelCell Energy Inc.
02.2022 - Current
- Managing a team of 4 quality engineers and successfully reduced supplier defect rate by 35% within the first year, resulting in savings of over $2 million in rework and warranty costs.
- Implemented a comprehensive supplier performance management system that increased on-time delivery rates from 82% to 95% within 18 months, improving customer satisfaction and reducing inventory holding costs.
- Leading a cross-functional team in conducting root cause analysis using 8D/DMAIC/A3 for critical supplier quality issues resulting in a 50% reduction in defects and preventing potential production delays for a $300 million contract.
- Developed and executed a supplier development program that improved the overall quality rating of Titanium dioxide and Carbon-coated Nickel enclosure suppliers by 20%, contributing to a 10% increase in overall product reliability and a 15% reduction in field service calls.
- Setting priorities and directing personnel in support of engineering, manufacturing and field activities to ensure the highest levels of component manufacturability, quality and reliability.
- Performing Risk management with Semiempirical tools such as PHA, FMEA/FMECA, HAZOP and functional analysis.
Lead Principal Supplier Quality Engineering (SQE) Specialist
General Electric Global Services G.M.B.H.
11.2018 - 08.2021
- Worked as business SQE for Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Jordan and Pakistan regions for GE Gas Power and FieldCore services businesses.
- Worked on Supplier development & Continuous Improvement on Electrical systems, Gas Turbine controls system and Energy evacuation systems
- Witnessed tests against Intrusion per IEC 60529 for Battery and Excitation Enclosures.
- Increasing supplier quality performance ratings from 94.3% to 99.6% by using FMEA for the region.
- Lead cross functional teams in performing supplier readiness reviews using Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)
- Identified and mitigated potential risks in the supply chain by conducting comprehensive audits on critical suppliers, leading to a 25% reduction in non-conformance issues and improved overall product quality.
- Recipient of four cash awards for upholding the values of GE at work including 2020 ABOVE AND BEYOND AWARD - ''CUSTOMER DETERMINE OUR SUCCESS'' for travelling to Pakistan for business under risky travel conditions for a month in September 2019 and auditing 35 new services suppliers.
Electrical Quality Lead
General Electric International Inc.
02.2018 - 10.2018
- With prior expertise, was requested by GE Power leadership to lead the team of six engineers at rehabilitation project of nine gas turbine generators (GTG) with initial processes till commissioning of one GTG at Marafiq Plant in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia.
Lead Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE)
General Electric Global Services G.M.B.H.
02.2015 - 12.2017
- Worked as the region's Business SQE for Middle East, North Africa and India and part of Global Sourcing Team.
- Owned responsibility of suppliers over the region for Electrical MSD/BOP and Aero products.
- Initiating Qualification of potential new suppliers and products, coordinating with engineering team and tracking to closure.
- Successfully reduced supplier defect rate by 35% within one year, resulting in an overall cost savings of $600,000 by implementing stringent quality control measures and providing targeted training to suppliers.
- Drive supplier process change control for the supply base to ensure no defects escape to GE or its customers. Worked closely with the R&D and Purchasing groups to build supplier partnerships.
- Establish and drive Supplier qualification and surveillance strategy for suppliers based on buy volume, defect history, single/sole source suppliers, and NPI programs and ensure strategy is directly aligned with business priorities and needs.
Electrical Commissioning Engineer
Bonatti S.P.A
11.2013 - 01.2015
- Performing all CT, VT, CPT tests on LV and MV MCC's.
- Tracking the record of Punch List completion and getting approval from Client
- Commissioning/troubleshooting of various field instruments and systems that include: cabling, cable tray, flowmeters, pressure gauges, control valves, shutdown valves, analyzers, pressure, level and temperature transmitters
- Maintaining Internal Punch List & External (Client Raised) Punch List.
QA/QC Engineer
CTCI ARABIA LTD.
03.2012 - 10.2013
- Installation of Control Panels, Switchgear and transformers on-site.
- Installation of electrical duct bank (Road Crossing and pipe way crossing) with PVC Conduit.
- Witness Testing & Pre-commissioning of MCC, Switchgear, and LV Pad mounted transformer.
- Testing (Megger/Continuity) of MV/LV & Control & Power cables.
Electrical Field Engineer
Saudi Arabian Bechtel Company
07.2011 - 02.2012
- Preparation of MCP for Electrical
- Coordinating with contractor for Network Distribution Packages, and clearing punch items
- Material receiving inspection/electrical equipment, megger test of cable, Insulation, continuity of cable
- Preparation of inspection reports and testing.
Education
Master's Degree - Electrical Engineering (Electrical Power Systems)
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University
Bachelor's Degree - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Osmania University
Skills
- Experience with implementation and management of (NPI) New Product Introductions/Development (prototype to regular production) through Core Quality and Management tools
- Implementing DFSS (Design for Six Sigma) for Improved Product Design and Cost Efficiency
- Process and Continuous Improvement at suppliers through Lean/Six Sigma principles
- Executing Spend Analysis to Streamline operations, Manage risks and Improve supplier performance
- Experience with Advanced Data Analytics, AI and Machine Learning in optimizing supply chain operations and decision-making processes
- Empowering cross-functional teams with strategic insight and emotional intelligence to navigate complex supply chains and foster stakeholder relationships
- Experience with implementing Kanban for eliminating bottlenecks in Manufacturing Processes
Certification
- CMQ/OE (Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence), ASQ, 58214, 06/30/27
- PMP (Project Management Professional), Project Management Institute, 3003320, 04/23/24
- SAP Certified Application Associate - SAP S/4HANA Sourcing and Procurement, 02/09/28
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
- ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001 (EMS) certified Lead Auditor
- GE certified Lead auditor and SRG (Supplier Regulation Guidelines) Auditor
- Delivering Customer Impact (DCI) one-week training, Istanbul, Turkey, 12/2016
- Power Plant Fundamentals one-week training, Budapest, Hungary, 08/2015
Timeline
Senior Supplier Development Engineer
FuelCell Energy Inc.
02.2022 - Current
Lead Principal Supplier Quality Engineering (SQE) Specialist
General Electric Global Services G.M.B.H.
11.2018 - 08.2021
Electrical Quality Lead
General Electric International Inc.
02.2018 - 10.2018
Lead Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE)
General Electric Global Services G.M.B.H.
02.2015 - 12.2017
Electrical Commissioning Engineer
Bonatti S.P.A
11.2013 - 01.2015
QA/QC Engineer
CTCI ARABIA LTD.
03.2012 - 10.2013
Electrical Field Engineer
Saudi Arabian Bechtel Company
07.2011 - 02.2012
Master's Degree - Electrical Engineering (Electrical Power Systems)
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University
Bachelor's Degree - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Osmania University
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