Nandam Venkata Krishna
Quality Assurance Engineer @Caterpillar Inc.
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WORK HISTORY
Quality Assurance Engineer @Caterpillar Inc.
US
Lead Quality Assurance execution for automotive electronics programs, ensuring compliance with OEM requirements, GD & T, and IATF 16949 while meeting cost and delivery targets.Drive Root Cause Analysis using 8D, 5 Why, and Pareto methodologies, implementing effective CAPA that reduced customer PPM by 35% and repeat defects within 6 months.Manage APQP and PPAP deliverables including DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plan, and FAI to ensure launch readiness and quality compliance across multiple programs.Monitor SPC and Process Capability (Cp/Cpk), using data-driven analysis to improve process stability and product reliability, achieving Cpk greater than 1.67 on critical characteristics.Deployed Lean Six Sigma tools including Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen events, and DMAIC methodology to drive defect reduction and cycle time improvement across production lines.Led shop floor quality walks and Layered Process Audits (LPA) daily, identifying recurring non-conformances and partnering with Design, Manufacturing and Supplier Quality teams to drive continuous improvement.
EDUCATION
Dhanekula institute of engineering and technology
Bachelor of Technology, Mechanical Engineering
Trine University
Master of Science - MS, Industrial/Engineering Management
PSCMR Institute of Enfineering and Technology
Diploma of Education, Mechanical Engineering
ABOUT NANDAM VENKATA KRISHNA
Quality Engineer with 3+ years of experience in automotive and heavy manufacturing environments, specializing in APQP, PPAP, SPC, and process capability improvement. Proven track record of reducing defects, improving Cpk, and strengthening supplier quality systems. Skilled in IATF 16949 compliance, root cause analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.
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