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Lokesh Khurmi

Prosper,TX

Summary

With over 20 years of experience in the medical device industry and manufacturing, I possess a strong knowledge of global medical device regulations, including those in China, Singapore, South Korea, and more. My expertise lies in New Product Development, design controls, risk management (DFMEA, PFMEA), GMP, and ISO 14971. I excel in root cause analysis (8D, 5 Whys), CAPA, validation, and change management. Additionally, I have extensive experience in supplier controls, audits, and quality agreements. My strong leadership and project management skills facilitate effective cross-functional collaboration. I take pride in excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and a customer service mindset. With high integrity and a strong work ethic, I am adaptable to dynamic environments.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications

Work History

Director, Corporate and internal Audits

Stryker Corporate
08.2023 - Current
  • Lead all Corporate, internal, and mock audits across 75+ countries for Stryker and Supplier Network
  • Develop and implement risk-based auditing strategies and state-of-the-art QMS Audit programs
  • Serve as Global Process Owner for external audits and Health Authority interactions (FDA, Health Canada, PMDA, NMPA, etc.)
  • Oversee Mergers & Acquisitions Due Diligence and ensure regulatory compliance across functions
  • Lead and mentor a global team of Senior Managers and Corporate Auditors, fostering excellence in auditing
  • Drive strategic direction for Stryker’s Global Audit program, influencing Quality and Operations
  • Manage quality metrics, budget forecasts, and trend analysis to drive continuous improvement

Sr. Manager, Quality Systems, Corporate Audits

Stryker Corporate
Kalamazoo, Michigan
04.2019 - 07.2023
  • Lead global audits across 70+ Stryker sites to ensure compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, and MDSAP
  • Build and lead a high-performing global audit team
  • Manage annual audit schedules for on-site, desktop, and third-party audits
  • Interface with Regulatory Authorities (FDA, TGA, ANVISA) and Notified Bodies during external audits
  • Analyze audit trends, track KPIs, oversee audit findings, corrective actions, and follow-ups

Quality Systems Manager, Corporate Audits

Stryker Corporate
02.2015 - 04.2019
  • Conduct quality system audits to ensure compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, and industry standards
  • Align with RAQA and Quality Management leaders on global quality systems
  • Plan, execute, and follow up on audits independently
  • Analyze audit trends and present findings to stakeholders

Project Manager- International business

Stryker Corporate
05.2013 - 01.2015
  • Lead an international team across the USA, China, and India to deliver a Low-Cost Power Tool System for emerging markets
  • Oversee design validation, quality agreements, and quality monitoring at Stryker, suppliers, and contract manufacturer sites
  • Coach, train, and develop regional professionals at Stryker and supplier locations

Sr. Staff Engineer- Advance Quality

Stryker Instruments
01.2011 - 05.2013
  • Led 3 successful new product launches and managed risk management for new launches
  • Worked with regulatory affairs, design, marketing, and suppliers to register products with the FDA
  • Monitored design verification, validation, and process validation
  • Developed quality assurance plans and inspection procedures
  • Led internal audits and acquisition assessments of legacy and new sites

Supplier Quality Lead Auditor

Stryker Instruments
07.2008 - 01.2011
  • Conducted 75+ supplier audits (domestic and international)
  • Led cross-functional audit teams from R&D, quality, manufacturing, and purchasing
  • Trained audit team members across Stryker locations in China, Ireland, Germany, and India

Quality Leader

Magna
07.2005 - 07.2008
  • Lead a team of 6 Quality Engineers and 9 Quality Technicians in 3 shifts
  • Lead compliance audits of ISO 9001, TS 16949 and ISO14001
  • Lead advanced product quality planning (APQP) to meet new product development launch schedule

Sr. Quality Engineer

Hunjan Molded Products
01.2003 - 12.2005
  • Main customer contact for quality issues, PPAP, and APQP activities
  • Support program activities from the supplier perspective using FMEA for new product launches

Engineer (QA)

Basell India Ltd
01.1998 - 12.2003
  • Developed new compounds for car bumpers, instrument panels and side panels
  • Responsible for the advance product quality planning (APQP) and failure mode effective analysis (FMEA)

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Polymer Science & Technology

Mysore University

Skills

Adaptability

Problem-solving

People management

Relationship building

Strategic planning

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Certification

Quality Management System Lead Auditor for ISO 13485:2016

Professional Highlights

  • 2024, Developed a unified Multidivisional Quality Management System (QMS) to optimize multiple QMSs.
  • 2022, Represented Stryker in AdvaMed Quality and Inspection Working Group.
  • 2019, First assessor at Stryker for Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) under the FDA for Medical Device Discovery Appraisal Program (MDDAP).
  • 2018, Global Process Owner (GPO) for the development of a TrackWise audit module eSystem for Stryker.
  • 2016, Led a team to develop Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP) at Stryker.
  • 2013, Led PPAP committee to standardize the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP).
  • 2011, Developed a new product risk management process within the advanced quality group.
  • 2009, Created a pre/post supplier audit assessment tool and audit checklist for Stryker.

Timeline

Director, Corporate and internal Audits

Stryker Corporate
08.2023 - Current

Sr. Manager, Quality Systems, Corporate Audits

Stryker Corporate
04.2019 - 07.2023

Quality Systems Manager, Corporate Audits

Stryker Corporate
02.2015 - 04.2019

Project Manager- International business

Stryker Corporate
05.2013 - 01.2015

Sr. Staff Engineer- Advance Quality

Stryker Instruments
01.2011 - 05.2013

Supplier Quality Lead Auditor

Stryker Instruments
07.2008 - 01.2011

Quality Leader

Magna
07.2005 - 07.2008

Sr. Quality Engineer

Hunjan Molded Products
01.2003 - 12.2005

Engineer (QA)

Basell India Ltd
01.1998 - 12.2003

Bachelor of Engineering - Polymer Science & Technology

Mysore University
Lokesh Khurmi