Vishut Dhar
Senior Supplier Quality Engineer
About Me
📊 Data-Driven Quality Excellence
As a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer at General Motors and US citizen, I bring over 6 years of experience in automotive quality management driven by data analytics and measurable outcomes. My expertise centers on leveraging statistical analysis and data visualization to transform quality metrics into actionable insights that drive operational excellence.
I specialize in data-driven decision making, using advanced analytics to identify trends, predict failures, and optimize production processes. My systematic approach to quality improvement combines rigorous data analysis with practical implementation, consistently delivering quantifiable results. By turning complex datasets into clear strategic actions, I've achieved remarkable outcomes including a reduction in scrap rate from 5% to 0.5%, validated through comprehensive data tracking and analysis.
Key Skills
Professional Experience
Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer
General Motors - Spring Hill, TN
- Primary point of contact for all supplier quality issues, leading investigations and rapid containment actions
- Managed Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) ensuring thorough root cause analysis
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives to enhance part quality and reduce costs
- Developed standardized work procedures to minimize scrap generation
- Reduced scrap rate to 0.5% from 5% leading to annual savings of $15 million
Quality Engineer
General Motors - Spring Hill, TN
- Managed Quality Operations at cutting-edge Battery Cell, Module and Pack facility
- Led regional GMS activities and maintained strong cross-functional relationships
- Developed new products, processes, and operational plans supporting business strategies
- Played crucial role in launching new products ensuring quality standards
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for successful product launches
- Launched module and pack assembly from start to finish, brought assembly plant up to rate and met all manufacturing targets
Quality Engineer - APQP
Continental AG - Culpeper, VA
- Supervised APQP technicians and managed timely PPAP submissions
- Coordinated problem-solving activities to reduce scrap and customer complaints
- Conducted monthly internal audits and led external audits with no major findings
- Drafted and maintained Quality Assurance documentation (PFMEA, Control Plans, Work Instructions)
- IATF 16949: ISO 9001 Certified Lead Auditor
Quality Engineer
Continental AG - Auburn Hills, MI
- Supported quality initiatives through part return analysis and root cause analysis
- Participated in validation programs including DV and PV testing
- Identified strategies for mitigating pump failures and reducing part replacements
- Achieved 20% decrease in turnaround time for client responses
Key Projects & Achievements
Scrap Reduction Initiative
Led comprehensive scrap reduction program at General Motors, implementing data-driven methodologies and standardized work procedures.
- Reduced scrap rate from 5% to 0.5%
- Implemented real-time monitoring systems
- Developed predictive analytics models
EV Battery Plant Launch
Successfully launched battery module and pack assembly operations from start to finish, ensuring all quality standards were met.
- Brought assembly plant up to full production rate
- Met all manufacturing targets
- Established quality control processes
IATF 16949 Certification
Led external audits as IATF 16949: ISO 9001 Certified Lead Auditor, ensuring complete compliance with international standards.
- Conducted monthly internal audits
- Developed comprehensive documentation
- Trained cross-functional teams
Education
Master of Science
Lawrence Technological University
Automotive Engineering
2017 - 2019
Bachelor of Science
Chandigarh Engineering College
Mechanical Engineering
2011 - 2015
What Colleagues Say
"Vishut's data-driven approach to quality management transformed our production line. His ability to identify patterns and implement solutions resulted in significant cost savings."
"An exceptional problem solver who combines technical expertise with strong leadership skills. His work on the battery plant launch was instrumental to our success."
"Vishut's systematic approach to APQP and his attention to detail ensured zero major findings in our IATF audits. A true quality professional."
Get In Touch
I'm passionate about collaborating on data-driven quality initiatives, exploring how analytics and metrics can transform manufacturing processes and deliver measurable improvements.