Arunan S

Experienced Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) Professional with 16+ years in the automotive industry, currently working at Tenneco. Specializing in supplier quality management, process improvement, and compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and VDA 6.3 standards.

Key Expertise:

✅Supplier Quality Performance Monitoring – Managing supplier audits, SCAR tracking, and process improvement.

✅Advanced Quality Tools – Expertise in PPAP, APQP, G8D, SPC, FMEA, MSA, and Six Sigma methodologies.

✅Special Projects – Implemented Auto Inspection with Data Analysis, UTM Machine Development, and Crimping Operation Monitoring for enhanced process control.

✅Dojo Training Setup – Designed and led a hands-on learning center to improve quality awareness in shock absorber manufacturing.

✅Industry Recognition – Awarded by ISQ, QCFI, and CII for Quality Circle and Kaizen initiatives. Multiple-time Best Employee Award Winner at Tenneco (Ten10 & Tennx Awards).

Passionate about driving supplier excellence, defect prevention, and continuous improvement to enhance manufacturing efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Profile Summary:

Experienced Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) Professional with 16+ years in the automotive industry, specializing in supplier quality management, audits, and process improvement. Currently working at Tenneco, managing supplier performance, compliance with IATF 16949 & ISO 9001, and advanced quality tools (PPAP, APQP, SPC, FMEA, G8D, MSA, and Six Sigma).

Key achievements include

✅Supplier Quality & Process Audits – Ensuring supplier compliance and defect prevention.

✅Special Projects – Implemented Auto Inspection with Data Analysis, UTM Machine Development, and Crimping Operation Monitoring.

✅Dojo Training Setup – Established a hands-on quality training center for shock absorber manufacturing.

✅Industry Recognition – Awarded by ISQ, QCFI, and CII for Quality Circle and Kaizen initiatives. Best Employee Award Winner at Tenneco (Ten10 & Tennx Awards).

Passionate about driving continuous improvement, supplier excellence, and zero-defect manufacturing. 

B.Tech (Mechanical) from CMJ University

Diploma Mechanical (Tool & Die) from VSVN Polytechnic college