Smit Nagrale

Quality Associate with hands-on experience in inspection, FPY improvement, and gap & flush measurement in automotive components. Skilled in 7QC tools, root-cause analysis (5 Why), Cp/Cpk studies, and defect reduction to support zero-defect goals. Motivated to enhance process capability, documentation accuracy, and customer quality standards through data-driven decisions. Strong ability to identify deviations, analyse trends, and collaborate with production teams for continuous improvement.

Quality Associate at motherson automotive technologies & engineering (2024-06 – 2026-07)

• Performed in-process and final inspection of automotive components, ensuring compliance with customer standards and reducing defect leakage.
• Conducted root-cause analysis (5 Why, Ishikawa) and supported corrective actions that helped reduce recurring defects.
• Assisted in FPY (First Pass Yield) improvement by monitoring defect trends, reporting deviations, and coordinating with production for timely actions.
• Carried out Cp/Cpk studies, gap & flush measurements, and basic SPC to evaluate and improve process capability.
• Prepared and maintained quality documentation, inspection reports, and audit records with high accuracy.
• Collaborated with production, toolroom, and maintenance teams to ensure zero-defect and continuous improvement in daily operations.
• Used 7QC tools, Pareto charts, and data analysis to identify top defect contributors and support reduction plans.

DIPLOMA in ELECTRONIC AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS – Sommaya polytechnic (2019-07 – 2021-11)

HSC – Nehru Junior College (2017-08 – 2019-06)

SSC – St. Michael English School (2016-02 – 2017-04)