Lawrence Vaduva

Diligent Quality Manager at Selective Industries, Marine City, MI, with expertise in developing in quality management systems, process optimization, and team leadership. Expert in executing quality planning, setting key performance indicators, and overseeing quality-related activities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Established organization's Quality Management System (QMS), optimizing process development and enhancing data collection and quality training.
• Managed Company's Quality policy and procedures to ensure alignment with industry standards.
• Led Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities and collaborated with Program Management Team to implement client-specific Quality Programs.
• Guided Quality team throughout APQP process and in meeting daily quality objectives.
• Developed quality training programs and company Quality Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Oversaw all quality-related activities, including Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), 8D problem-solving, Control Plans, Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Gage R&R, Capability Studies, and Plant Floor Inspections.

Accomplished Quality Engineer specializing in plastic injection molding, with a strong focus on enhancing manufacturing efficiency and product quality. Demonstrated expertise in statistical tools, process optimization, and quality systems development. Proven ability to resolve customer issues and lead continuous improvement initiatives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Spearheaded the creation and submission of Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) packages for new and modified parts, ensuring full compliance with AIAG and customer requirements.
• Leveraged statistical tools, including RJG eDart Software (Injection Molding), to optimize product and process efficiency.
• Developed and maintained key quality documentation, including Process FMEAs, Control Plans, and work instructions in alignment with IATF 16949 standards.
• Leadership role in assembling Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) packages and managing customer interactions, ensuring smooth product launches and customer satisfaction.
• Conducted capability studies, gage R & R studies for new programs, and provided guidance on quality methods to internal teams.
• Participated actively in Advanced Quality Planning (AQP) and led root cause analysis, implemented corrective actions for internal and external quality issues using 8D, 5-Why, and other problem-solving tools.
• Conducted internal Layered Process Audits (LPAs) to ensure adherence to quality procedures and drive continuous improvement on the plant floor.
• Managed environmental responsibilities, maintained safe working conditions, and updated skills through ongoing training.
• Assumed supervisory responsibilities in absence of Quality Manager to ensure uninterrupted operation.

As a Quality Systems Expert at a Tier 1 and 2 automotive manufacturing facility, I effectively managed the quality functions for the production of Jeep Truck's interior panels. Demonstrated proficiency in launching multiple part numbers, leading cross-functional teams, conducting quality training, and improving plant-wide systems.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Managed quality functions during launch of over 27 Instrument Panel part numbers for Jeep Truck, including PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, and Supplier evaluations.
• Led a cross-functional Quality Pillar team to ensure timely product launch with zero customer spills.
• Conducted comprehensive quality training covering Lean Manufacturing, Problem Solving, HERCA, TWTTP, Kaizen, QRCI, and Quality Alerts System.
• Improved key plant-wide systems like Engineering Change systems, Returned Material Authorization process, and Non-Conformance Tickets (NCTs).
• Led implementation of 5S principles and trained personnel in core quality activities such as MSA, FMEA, PPAP, 1st PartOK, Safe Launch Checklist, and other quality processes like Lean, Six Sigma, Problem Solving, and RCA.
• Managed Quality Planning requirements including PPAP submissions, Gage R&R studies, Process FMEAs, and Capability Studies.

As a Plant Supplier Quality Manager, I exhibited strong leadership in enhancing supply chain KPIs, implementing APQP, conducting problem-solving activities, and leading cross-functional teams to ensure quality and efficiency in production.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversaw supply chain KPIs, with a focus on Supplier Cost Recovery.
• Led problem-solving and root cause analysis activities with suppliers and customers to prevent non-conformance recurrence.
• Implemented and adhered to Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) as Supplier Quality Plant Lead.
• Translated Voice of the Customer (VOC) into clear requirements, technical specifications, and special characteristics.
• Performed design verification using DFMEA and DVP&R, considering key design aspects.
• Coordinated a cross-functional team to review manufacturing techniques and measurement methods through Process Flow Charts, PFMEA, and Control Plan Methodology.
• Validated process quality and volume capabilities using tools such as SPC, MSA, and Process Capability Studies.
• Managed reactive corrective actions using 8D methodology and KT Problem Solving, and proactive risk aversion using Plant Supplier Quality Mapping/5 Questions for 0 Defect Methodology.
• Led supplier performance improvement projects to meet FCA requirements, incorporating process analysis, process capability and throughput analysis, 6-Sigma, 5S, and Kaizen events.

As a Quality and Reliability Engineering Supervisor, I excelled in interfacing with Powertrain Engine Chief Engineers and Vehicle Integration to meet product market reliability testing requirements. I demonstrated proficiency in developing standardized tests, supporting global programs, managing reliability programs, and coordinating powertrain and vehicle sub-teams

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Served as primary interface to Powertrain Engine Chief Engineers and Vehicle Integration to meet reliability testing requirements for product markets.
• Developed four Diesel Aftertreatment Reliability Standardized tests for global quality organization.
• Supported global programs in coordinating reliability aspects of regional development to achieve reliability targets, ensuring product reliability improvement methods were utilized.
• Managed development and execution of reliability programs for FCA Diesel Engine Engineering and Hybrid Electric Vehicles.
• Facilitated and approved performance standards, function models, DFMEA, and design validation.
• Coordinated powertrain and vehicle sub-teams to achieve powertrain reliability targets.
• Led reliability feasibility assessment including cost and timing, in response to powertrain or vehicle product change requests.

As an Electrical and Powertrain Quality Engineer, I successfully reduced electrical/powertrain warranty issues daily, improved plant first-time throughput, and maintained/monitored electrical test equipment. My expertise was vital for the F-150 platform and its subsystems, and I effectively managed Variability Reduction Teams to address internal and external warranty claims.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implemented strategies to drive daily reduction of electrical/powertrain warranty issues, and to improve plant first-time throughput.
• Maintained and monitored a range of electrical test equipment including End of Line (EOL) testing, current-based testing (CBT), A/C testing, and tire pressure monitoring systems.
• Served as Electrical and Powertrain specialist and plant lead for the F-150 platform and all related subsystems.
• Led Variability Reduction Team to address top internal indicators and external warranty claims using Ford Quality Systems, with goal of driving In-Station Process Control (ISPC), Error Proofing, and improved Process Capability/Warranty Reduction.