Alexander Feht
Senior Vendor Quality Engineering Specialist @Teledyne Dalsa
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Vendor Quality Engineering Specialist @Teledyne Dalsa
Waterloo, ON, CA
Leading continuous improvement initiatives internally/externally from a preventativeand systemic perspective, resulting in consistent and self-driven 25% YoY improvement for 3 years in all KPI’s at the poorest performing supplier, without increasing costs, coming within our target for the first time in the history of the relationship (from a DPPM ofnearly down to – with a target of a difficult target to achieve)- Orchestrating successful new product introductions (NPI) including Design for Manufacturing(DFM), despite the challenges often posed by aggressive release schedules. My role ensures asseamless a transition as possible for suppliers, navigating complexities and maintaining qualitystandards- Developing and driving supplier evaluation process improvements to ensure new suppliers areevaluated to determine suitability to the product/project, while helping suppliers improve andstrive to be world-class- Lead auditor in many supplier audits for various ISO and process standards, with a proud focus on ensuring findings are of tangible value to suppliers and our business needs, often both- As an expert problem solver, guiding and leading cross-functional teams internally/externally in root cause analysis, risk analyses, deviations, and corrective actions, or anyproblem-solving process, often where results are critically needed, and at great impact to thebottom line for all parties involved, and with an often-successful goal of ensuring resolution ispermanent, even for long-standing historically repetitive issues- Passionately spearheading R&D projects into cutting-edge technologies such as metalAdditive Manufacturing (AM) and mixed reality, involving collaboration projects withuniversities and design teams, successfully presenting proof-of-concepts fosteringinterest in other divisions to initiate projects, creating business cases, as wellas diligently reporting on progress/feasibility to high-level management teams.
EDUCATION
Mohawk College
Diploma
Data Sciences Institute, University of Toronto
Certificate
Dale Carnegie Training
Effective Communications & Human Relations
SKILLS
ABOUT ALEXANDER FEHT
I am an ASQ-certified Quality Engineer and leader with over 15 years of cross-industry experience spanning automotive, mechatronics, electronic fabrication, heavy equipment, printing, and information technology.I thrive on solving complex problems, driving meaningful change, and introducing smarter ways of working. My focus is on leading continuous improvement and managing new product introductions (NPI) that integrate modern technologies to deliver measurable results. My work bridges traditional quality management with emerging digital transformation, helping organizations evolve toward Industry 4.0.In my current role, I lead supplier quality, NPI, and system development—serving as a key quality leader responsible for audit readiness, process improvement, problem solving, and supplier advancement. I build risk-based, data-informed systems that are practical, scalable, and aligned with business goals.Beyond daily operations, I contribute to R&D and innovation initiatives involving metal additive manufacturing (AM), AI-assisted process optimization, and workflow automation as part of an internal AI task force. These projects reflect my passion for uniting mechanical engineering, IT, and data science to shape the next generation of intelligent manufacturing systems.If you’re looking for a quality professional who blends engineering depth with digital curiosity and a forward-looking mindset, let’s connect. I’m passionate about helping organizations transform through technology and evidence-based leadership.
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