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VENKATESH VARMA VADLAMURI

Lowell,MA

Summary

Supplier Quality Engineer at Medtronic specializing in M&A integration and pre-market NPI with over 2 years of experience. Expertise in risk-based supplier qualification and ASL onboarding, including Quality Agreements and supplier selection forms. Proficient in driving PPAP processes and validation activities, ensuring compliance with GMP for Class II/III devices and FDA QSR 21 CFR 820. Skilled in managing change control, NCMR/CAPA, and statistical process control to enhance product quality and reliability.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pre-Market Supplier Quality Engineer

Medtronic
Billerica, MA
09.2024 - Current
  • CAS pre‑market readiness: partnered with R&D, Manufacturing, and Sourcing to translate design requirements into supplier deliverables and build‑ready documentation.
  • Worked closely with contract manufacturers on projects related to medical devices at Medtronic, ensuring high-quality standards and compliance with specifications.
  • Led PPAP activities for both catheters and newly designed consoles, including process validation, test method validation, and documentation to ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Coordinated supplier validations (IQ/OQ/PQ) and test method validations; supported protocol/review cycles, and ensured reports met program requirements.
  • Collaborated with contract manufacturers on the development of newly designed consoles, ensuring adherence to quality standards and specifications.
  • Utilized statistical process control (SPC) and measurement system analysis (MSA) to maintain high-quality standards.
  • Participated in corrective/preventive action teams to resolve supplier-related issues (e.g., nonconformances, CAPA activities, audit findings, and complaint investigations).
  • ASL onboarding (pre-market): added and qualified suppliers to the Approved Supplier List by reviewing/aligning Quality Agreements, completing and routing supplier selection forms for approvals, and ensuring required records were captured in MAP Agile.
  • Processed supplier change requests impacting CAS hardware; coordinated cross-functional technical assessments, verification needs, and approval.
  • Provided technical guidance and quality compliance for Supplier Quality engagement throughout the NPD lifecycle on newly qualified parts from NPD.

Supplier Quality Engineer - Merging and Acquisition

Medtronic
Billerica, MA
07.2023 - 09.2024
  • Supplier integration: onboarded acquired suppliers into Medtronic’s QMS and ASL through gap assessments, Quality Agreement review/alignment, supplier selection form documentation, and approvals.
  • Monitored parts from acquisition through manufacturing, promptly identifying and resolving supplier-related problems.
  • Developed and prioritized an auditing schedule to ensure that suppliers met GMP and quality standards through regular audits.
  • Created and managed MIM's (Manufacturing Impact Materials) part numbers, ensuring accurate and efficient documentation for production and quality control processes
  • Documented Test Method Validations (TMV) in detailed reports, including methodologies, results, and conclusions.
  • Change management: handled supplier change requests end-to-end in MAP Agile, coordinating technical reviews, timelines, and stakeholder communication.
  • Executed PPAPs for transferred materials/parts (process validation, TMV, documentation) to ensure readiness for manufacturing.
  • Trained and mentored a team of quality inspectors, guiding inspection procedures, documentation, and problem-solving techniques to improve overall quality and efficiency.

Quality Engineer

Sri Luxmi Tulasi Argo Paper Pvt Ltd
Rajahmundry, India
09.2019 - 11.2021
  • Analyzed data and identified areas for improvement, implementing changes that resulted in a 25% reduction in defects and a 15% increase in product yield.
  • Conducted comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential quality issues and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Developed and executed quality assurance protocols and control mechanisms for paper production.
  • Developed and honed strong organizational and time management skills through adept handling of multiple concurrent tasks, ensuring timely completion and delivery of assigned responsibilities.
  • Resolved technical challenges during the manufacturing process, collaborating with maintenance teams.
  • Developed and enforced quality control systems, conducted audits, and designed process controls to ensure quality.
  • Conducted training sessions for production personnel on quality control procedures, ensuring effective communication and implementation of quality objectives.
  • Implemented lean manufacturing principles to streamline processes and reduce waste.

Intern

Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited
Kakinada, India
07.2019 - 08.2019
  • Gained invaluable experience, exposure, and comprehensive knowledge of industry-specific procedures and systems within the oil and natural gas sector.
  • Acquired practical proficiency in utilizing relevant software and technology, enhancing technical capabilities crucial for future endeavors.
  • Collaborated seamlessly with a dynamic team of interns, effectively pooling resources and expertise to execute group projects with efficiency and precision.
  • Developed and honed strong organizational and time management skills through adept handling of multiple concurrent tasks, ensuring timely completion and delivery of assigned responsibilities.
  • Developed extensive knowledge, exposure, and invaluable experience related to industry-specific procedures and structures in the natural gas and gasoline sectors.
  • Received extensive education in various positions and had the privilege of interacting with a wide array of personnel, which has improved my adaptability and versatility in professional engagements.

Intern

National Small Industries Corporation Limited
Chennai, India
05.2019 - 06.2019
  • Monitored and controlled tank water levels as the leader of an IoT water management initiative at NSIC utilizing Raspberry Pi and Arduino.
  • Led fabrication of voice-assisted and gesture-controlled wheelchair prototype.
  • Implemented a mobile application for real-time water level alerts and remote monitoring and control.
  • Project accepted for publication in RIACT2021 conference proceedings.
  • Achieved cost savings and decreased water waste by demonstrating expertise in procuring hardware and integrating IoT systems.

Education

Master of Science - Industrial/Engineering Management

Trine University
Detroit, Michigan
12.2023

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Sathyabama University
Chennai, India
07.2021

Skills

  • PPAP (Product Part Approval Process)
  • Product Quality Assessments
  • Minitab
  • FMEA
  • MSA
  • Supplier qualification
  • Quality management systems
  • Statistical process control
  • Change management
  • Compliance auditing
  • Process validation
  • Capability analysis
  • MAP Agile
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Problem Solving
  • GMP
  • GDP
  • NPI
  • Project Management
  • Communication
  • Time Management
  • Medical Device Standards

Certification

  • Advanced AutoCAD Certification
  • Participated in Workshop of 'Application of Pneumatic and Electro Pneumatic control systems'
  • Basics of Non-Destructive Testing and Evaluation Certification

Timeline

Pre-Market Supplier Quality Engineer

Medtronic
09.2024 - Current

Supplier Quality Engineer - Merging and Acquisition

Medtronic
07.2023 - 09.2024

Quality Engineer

Sri Luxmi Tulasi Argo Paper Pvt Ltd
09.2019 - 11.2021

Intern

Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited
07.2019 - 08.2019

Intern

National Small Industries Corporation Limited
05.2019 - 06.2019

Master of Science - Industrial/Engineering Management

Trine University

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Sathyabama University

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