Masoud Salimi

Detail-Oriented Senior Quality Engineer with over 12 years of experience in automotive parts manufacturing and battery industry, specializing in Quality Management Systems, IATF 16949 implementation, laboratory management, supplier quality, process control, AIAG Core Tools (APQP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, PPAP) and root cause analysis (8D). Proven track record in leading quality assurance activities, establishing laboratory systems (SAPCO approved), calibration management, technical documentation and continuous improvement. Skilled in cross-functional collaboration, problem solving and driving quality, safety, productivity and cost improvements.

Quality Engineering Specialist / Laboratory Supervisor - Sepahan Battery Complex - Isfahan, Iran

(2025-05 - 2025-10)

• Managed quality system and laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with IATF 16949 and customer requirements.
• Oversaw incoming, in-process and final quality control activities for battery products.
• Conducted laboratory testing, calibration and equipment maintenance, ensuring accuracy and traceability.
• Developed and maintained inspection plans, control plans and quality documentation.
• Analyzed non-conformities, performed root cause analysis and implemented corrective/preventive actions.
• Worked closely with production, R&D and supplier teams to improve product quality, process stability and cost efficiency.
• Trained and developed quality personnel and supported continuous improvement initiatives.

Quality Control & Laboratory Manager - Sepahan Parts Manufacturing Co. - Isfahan, Iran

(2014-10 - 2025-05)

• Led all incoming, in-process and final quality control activities in automotive parts manufacturing.
• Implemented and monitored IATF 16949 quality management system across production processes.
• Established and equipped the laboratory and achieved SAPCO method approval with annual renewal audits.
• Managed SPC, MSA, FMEA and process control systems to improve process stability and product conformity.
• Conducted root cause analysis using Fishbone Diagrams, 5 Whys and statistical quality tools.
• Participated in APQP and PPM and FMEA cross-functional teams for technical documentation and design review.
• Supervised calibration systems, gauges and fixtures across the organization.
• Managed supplier quality, incoming inspection and corrective/preventive actions.
• Led training, performance monitoring and layered process audits for compliance with automotive standards.
• Drove continuous improvement and problem solving using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

Apprentice Engineer - Mobarakeh Steel Complex - Mobarakeh, Iran

(2010-02 - 2010-09)

• Supported supervision and guidance of operators in heat treatment process.
• Learned and participated in production and quality control activities.

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Materials Engineering (Industrial Metallurgy) - Najafabad Azad University (2006 - 2012)