Jatinder Saini

Supplier Quality Engineer @Mazda North American Operations

Huntsville, AL, US

Lead Supplier Quality Engineer | Driving Excellence in Automotive Manufacturing & Supplier Development • Strategic quality leader supporting production of 150K+ vehicles/year by ensuring defect rates remain below 15 PPM across diverse PT/Chassis components—stamping, machining, molding, casting, and coatings.• Led 12+ global supplier assessments, boosting performance by 15% and enabling flawless launches.• Led APQP for CX-50, Hybrid & 3 variants, achieving 100% launch readiness. • Elevated first-pass PPAP approvals by 15% through supplier training and engagement. • Resolved 40+ critical issues via advanced root cause analysis and 8D, reducing disruptions and warranty claims. • Delivered 28+ ECNs with zero downtime and supported ISO/IATF audit success with 100% QRS compliance.• Championed defect reduction (10%) and supplier capability development from qualification to mass production. • Drove field issue closures within 75–90 days, cutting warranty claims by 10%. • Conducted 50+ risk/capacity assessments to mitigate supply chain risks.• Recognized department leader mentoring engineers, leading escalations, and serving as backup to the Supplier Quality Manager. Led PT Chassis group meetings and cross-functional initiatives with MTM/MNAO, fostering alignment and collaboration.• Currently driving digital quality tools, supplier metric improvements, and strategic decision support—actively preparing for transition to Senior Supplier Quality Engineer.

Punjab State Board of Technical Education and Industrial Training

Diploma, Mechanical Engineering

Punjab Technical University

Bachelors Degree, Mechanical Engineering

Punjab School Education Board, Mohali, Punjab, India

High School, High School