Vijay S. Prasad

About Vijay S. Prasad

With a professional career spanning over 22 years, I have established myself as a results-driven leader specializing in Quality and Manufacturing Excellence within the automotive, precision engineering, and powertrain sectors. Currently serving as the Head of Quality for JK Maini Precision Technology (A Raymond Group Company) Nashik, I oversee the strategic quality ecosystem for three integrated manufacturing plants. My expertise lies in managing large-scale operations involving engine and gearbox assembly, precision machining, and complex component manufacturing for global OEMs. My career is defined by a commitment to fostering a zero-defect, customer-centric culture while ensuring rigorous adherence to ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards.I am a Certified Six Sigma Black Belt with a proven track record of deploying Lean methodologies and Kaizen to reduce in-house rejections, minimize warranty costs, and enhance customer satisfaction. Having recently completed the Senior Executive Management Program from IIM Visakhapatnam, I bring a refined strategic vision to complex operational challenges, bridging the gap between technical engineering and high-level business excellenceMy \"biggest wins\" are defined by measurable impact and operational excellence. At Renault–Nissan, I maintained a zero-defect status at the vehicle plant for 24 consecutive months and delivered ₹4.9 million in annual savings through innovative sampling test optimizations. During my tenure at Stellantis, I led the validation of three new engine models under tight deadlines while drastically reducing STR from ppm to 2500 ppm. Whether it’s reducing process rejection costs by 45% or earning the EEPC India Quality Gold Award, I focus on driving efficiency that directly bolsters the bottom line.

Experience

1. Head Plant Quality

   JK Maini Precision Technology Ltd

   Oct 2024 — Present · Nashik, IN

   Responsible for Plant Quality management of high quality precision components, Flywheel Ring Gears, Integral shaft water pump bearings, Flex plates, Sensor Rings

Education

• Institute of Management studies Indore

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) Operations, Operation Research, Supply chain management

• Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam

  SENIOR MANAGEMENT PROGRAM, Business Administration and Management, General

• SHRI VAISNAV POLYTECHNIC INDORE

  PRODUCTION ENGG

Skills

• Leadership
• Management
• Statistical Data Analysis
• Training