Kumaran Dhamodaran

Analytical, highly disciplined Quality Engineer with comprehensive experience in high-precision manufacturing and corporate metrology ecosystems. Expert in Zeiss Calypso programming, New Product Development (NPD) engineering, and 3D model-based inspection workflows. Technical pioneer in executing Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T), designing Control Plans, conducting Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA), and implementing Statistical Process Control (SPC) to maintain six-sigma and zero-defect production standards.

Quality Engineer (NPD & Metrology) - Madras Radiators and Pressing - Coimbatore

(2025-05)

• Spearheading the design, deployment, and execution of comprehensive Control Plans and Part Submission Warrants (PSW) for manufactured components.
• Leading the CMM department in generating automated, collision-free programs for complex, high-tolerance industrial parts.
• Training, mentoring, and upskilling floor QC teams in advanced CMM operations, parametric programming, and metrology best practices.
• Inspecting, validating, and signing off on complex New Product Development (NPD) parts using advanced CMM routines and manual linear measuring instruments.
• Preparing comprehensive, audit-ready Inspection Reports (IR) for all NPD components to document dimensional compliance.
• Conducting rigorous Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA) studies, including Gauge R&R (Repeatability & Reproducibility), to evaluate and ensure the capability of inspection equipment.
• Utilizing SolidWorks to establish simple process drawings, analyze complex 3D CAD models, and ensure precise measurement and datum alignment.
• Standardizing inspection workflows to maximize production throughput while consistently maintaining sub-micron accuracy.
• Developing high-precision measurement routines for critical dimensional tolerances and intricate GD&T characteristics.
• Collaborating with cross-functional production teams to drive Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implement Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) for manufacturing deviations.

CMM Inspector - Indoshel Cast Private Limited - Coimbatore

(2023-04 - 2025-04)

• Managed all CMM activities and inspection protocols for New Product Development (NPD) components and initial pilot lot runs.
• Programmed and operated the Zeiss Contura G2 (semi-automatic bridge-type) CMM utilizing advanced Calypso software.
• Engineered and optimized fully automatic part programs to execute automated inspection cycles, significantly reducing cycle times and boosting throughput.
• Conducted precise calibration of complex fixtures, custom gauges, and specialized tooling to maintain equipment integrity and absolute traceability.
• Monitored Statistical Process Control (SPC) data trends and meticulously maintained documentation for comprehensive Product & Process Audits.
• Generated and analyzed detailed Layout Inspection Reports for complex casting components with tight tolerances.
• Liaised regularly with the engineering department to troubleshoot drawing discrepancies, engineering changes, and optimize measurement strategies.
• Identified and documented dimensional non-conformances on the floor, issuing containment actions to prevent defective parts from escaping to final assembly.
• Utilized standard operating procedures to verify geometric tolerances on core patterns and sample casting runs.
• Cross-referenced initial dimension charts with finished tooling outputs to track and report tooling wear profiles.

Quality Inspector - Vedhanayaki Industries - Coimbatore

(2020-10 - 2023-04)

• Learned basic engineering blueprint reading and understood foundational GD&T symbols under senior guidance.
• Assisted senior inspectors in conducting routine visual inspections and simple dimensional checks on production parts.
• Supported incoming raw material checks by matching vendor deliveries against approved technical data sheets.
• Maintained cleanliness and standard organization (5S basics) in the storage areas for manual floor instruments.
• Helped in noting down daily production scrap counts and recording basic non-conformity data on log sheets.
• Observed and assisted in tracking the calibration sticker dates for basic measuring tools like verniers and micrometers.
• Shadowed senior inspectors during machine validation setups to learn about critical operational parameter limits.
• Cross-checked sorting log entries to confirm that quarantined items were securely indexed in designated hold areas.

B.E. - Mechanical Engineering - VSB College of Engineering Technical Campus (2020)

PG-Diploma - NDT, QA/QC, Oil and Gas Piping