Bala Kumar S S
Quality Engineer @Thiel & Hoche
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WORK HISTORY
Quality Engineer @Thiel & Hoche
Erkrath, DE
EDUCATION
Velammal Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Theni.
IX to XII
Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg
Master's degree, Systems Engineering for Manufacturing
SSN College of Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Mechanical Engineering
ABOUT BALA KUMAR S S
Manufacturing Quality Engineer with initial experience in quality assurance, manufacturing, and continuous improvement, currently completing a Master’s in Systems Engineering for Manufacturing from OVGU Magdeburg, Germany. I combine expertise in quality management systems (ISO 9001, IATF 16949) with proven achievements in process optimization, audits, and defect reduction across the automotive and industrial sectors.My professional background spans Germany and India, where I have contributed to:• Quality Planning: APQP/PPAP, PFMEA, control plans, and supported new product launch reviews• Root Cause Analysis & Problem Solving: 8D, Ishikawa, 5 Why, CAPA, Pareto analysis• Audits & Compliance: Internal/external audits, CSR requirements, documentation control, and audit reporting• Continuous Improvement: Lean manufacturing, Kaizen, Poka Yoke, process qualification, and OEE improvement• Digitalization & Data Analysis: PowerApps development, SAP S/4HANA, SAP Analytics Cloud, and Power BI dashboards for KPI tracking• Manufacturing Processes: Experience in metal forming, assembly and painting. Fluent in English (C1) and advancing in German (B2), I excel in international, cross-functional environments where data-driven solutions and lean principles drive operational excellence. My approach combines technical expertise, structured problem-solving, and digital tools to deliver measurable improvements in production and quality performance.
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