Özcan İmir
Mechanical Engineer
Izmir
Summary
Accomplished Sr Lead Supplier Development Product Owner at ARCELIK, adept in Agile Methodology and stakeholder relationship management. Enhanced project outcomes and productivity, leveraging skills in business analysis and risk management. Proven track record in improving process performance and quality, with a focus on continuous improvement and teamwork.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr Lead Supplier Development Product Owner
ARCELIK
2021.07 - Current
- Managed backlog prioritization, ensuring alignment with business goals and stakeholder expectations.
- Implemented Agile methodologies to increase team productivity and enhance overall project outcomes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop high-quality products that met customer needs.
- Developed comprehensive roadmaps outlining the product vision, goals, and milestones for successful execution.
- Collaborated with engineering teams on technical feasibility assessments, resulting in realistic scope definition for projects.
- Analyzed customer feedback to identify areas for improvement.
- Following the production process and working on the elimination of problems (mold, machine, material, operator, etc.).
- Problem solving by using 6 Sigma and OpEx tools (as a Black Belt).
- Improving the process performance, planning improvement activities, and following the company targets. Performing and following up SPC, MSA studies. Leading supplier development activities in terms of improving quality and productivity. Enabling new suppliers and products.
- Adopting new products to serial process conditions, preparation of relevant product approval process and serial documentation (PFMEA, PPAP, APQP, Transaction Card, Control Plan, etc.).
- Making risk analysis of current and new suppliers, periodic supplier audit in terms of quality, and following WCM activities in supplier as quality pillar.
- Managing of the relocation and localization project in terms of the procurement department strategy.
Sr Supplier Development& Quality Engineer
Whirlpool
2016.01 - 2021.07
- Performed quality inspections and drafted reports to detail non-conforming material issues.
- Improved customer satisfaction levels with timely resolution of non-conformance issues and effective corrective actions.
- Enhanced product quality by implementing rigorous inspection procedures and conducting thorough root cause analysis.
- Developed inspection plans based on design specifications, ensuring all critical dimensions and performance criteria were verified throughout the manufacturing process.
- Contributed to root cause analysis to determine core reason for failures and errors.
- Implemented process improvements based on Lean Six Sigma methodologies, resulting in reduced waste and increased efficiency.
- Reduced product return rates, conducting detailed root cause analyses to identify and rectify manufacturing defects.
- Developed metrics dashboard to monitor quality trends, enabling data-driven decision-making.
- Led training sessions on quality control techniques, elevating team's expertise and minimizing errors in production.
- Monitoring and analyzing the production OEE on the supplier side and solving the battle back.
Supplier Quality Engineer
Indesit Company
2007.01 - 2016.01
- Maintained accurate records of all supplier-related documentation, ensuring easy access during audits or evaluations.
- Conducted supplier audits to detect pre-production weaknesses in supply chain and human resource assets.
- Maintained amiable relationships with suppliers through difficult quality control issues, supporting healthy business interactions.
- Coordinated corrective action plans for underperforming suppliers, guiding them towards meeting established targets consistently.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify potential supply chain risks and develop contingency plans accordingly.
- Analyzed issues with supplier contributions to detect defect trends, reporting findings to appropriate personnel.
Mechanical Design Engineer
Vestel Electronics
2005.03 - 2007.01
- Checked design compliance with product specifications and standards requirements.
- Developed detailed 3D models and drawings, ensuring accurate communication of design intent to fabrication teams.
- Supported engineering design development through analysis and simulation of prototypes and 3D computer models.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements and implemented changes resulting in increased efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Fırat University
Elâzığ, Turkey 2001.04 -
Skills
Agile Methodology
Stakeholder relationship management
Roadmap development
Business Analysis
Risk Management
Problem Identification
PPAP Submissions
Problem-solving abilities
Project Management
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Continuous Improvement
Self Motivation
Data Analysis
Root Cause Analysis
Timeline
Sr Lead Supplier Development Product Owner
ARCELIK
2021.07 - Current
Sr Supplier Development& Quality Engineer
Whirlpool
2016.01 - 2021.07
Supplier Quality Engineer
Indesit Company
2007.01 - 2016.01
Mechanical Design Engineer
Vestel Electronics
2005.03 - 2007.01
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Fırat University
2001.04 -
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