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MELTEM ALAF

Summer Hill,NSW

Summary

Totally, 8 Years experience in engineering field. Adaptable Quality Manager with 1 year background in implementing and developing improvement processes through collaboration with cross-functional teams. Specialties include achieving set targets, generating new strategies, and maintaining accurate records. Skilled in market research, project management, and statistical analysis. Organized and analytical with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong technical knowledge combined with a track record of driving quality improvement initiatives. Well-oriented Research and Development Engineer with 7 Years of experience. Working as a development engineer with strong abilities and a successful career in both test and design facilities. 3 Years experienced in Daikin Turkey as a design and sound engineer and have been working in Daikin Australia since Sep 2019 with expertise in Research and Development Department and Quality department. Currently responsible for Daikin Australia's Quality Department. Proven ability to lead and execute projects that elevate product performance and operational efficiency.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality Manager

DAIKIN AUSTRALIA
07.2023 - Current
  • Strategise and implement robust quality assurance policies and standards tailored to organizational needs
  • Managed and archived quality documentation and participated in internal and external quality audits.
  • Conduct supplier audits and assessments to verify compliance with quality standards and contractual requirements
  • Evaluated and approved new suppliers based on thorough assessments of their quality management systems, ensuring ongoing reliability in the supply chain.
  • Managing new product master schedule, test plan, FMEA, production past trouble data, MQ, parts supply, and ECN (Design change process) for any relevant new and development projects
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, engineering, and service to address quality issues by implementing RCA and drive continuous improvement
  • Execute meticulous inspections, audits, and tests to pinpoint defects and unearth opportunities for enhancement
  • Lead process improvement initiatives using methodologies such as 8D,Six Sigma, Lean, or Total Quality Management (TQM)
  • Managed root cause analysis investigations, determining underlying issues in product failures and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
  • Monitor customer feedback and complaints to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
  • Foster a culture of quality within the organization by promoting awareness and understanding of quality principles
  • Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

DAIKIN AUSTRALIA
09.2019 - 07.2023
    • Optimized product performance by conducting thorough analyses of mechanical systems and components.
    • Responsible for Interpreting engineering sketches, specifications, and 3D/2D drawings
    • Assisting engineer to design, develop, consumer products, or other equipment
    • Championed the implementation of environmentally sustainable practices in mechanical design, contributing to company''s green initiatives.
    • Designing specialized machines, structures, and sound components
    • Actively involved in hands-on prototyping of products following 2D and 3D design, and conducting comprehensive tests in controlled test environments.
    • Conducting research, sound, and 3rd party tests, preparing test reports and publishing
    • Leading and supporting new and ongoing projects
    • Strong communication and management with other departments for project tasks, meetings and to-do lists and applying 8D strategies to any problem that occurs
    • Having comprehensive knowledge of project management, and strong knowledge Development process
    • Managing master schedule, test item plan, FMEA, Production past trouble list, parts supply, and ECN for any relevant projects.
    • Calculating cost of new designed structures, making cost down ideas and managing suppliers according to cost target
    • Collaborated with sales teams to provide technical expertise during client presentations, leading to increased sales revenue from engineering services.
    • Streamlined design workflows, increasing overall team efficiency and reducing project lead times.
    • Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance on design principles and fostering a collaborative learning environment.
    • Contributed to business growth by developing strong relationships with clients, vendors, and suppliers in the industry.

R&D Testing and Design Engineer

DAIKIN TURKEY
09.2016 - 09.2019
    • Prepared specifications, designs, or sketches for machines, components, or systems related to the generation, transmission, or use of mechanical or fluid energy
    • Specialized in mechanical sound engineering and leaded product sound design
    • Involved creating sound specifications and designed components with noise considerations in mind
    • Performed complex calculations to analyze and optimize engineering processes.
    • Developed custom test equipment to accurately assess unique aspects of specialized products when standard methods proved insufficient.
    • Actively involved in hands-on prototyping of products following 2D and 3D design, and conducting comprehensive tests in controlled test environments.
    • Performed all the performance, sound, safety tests according to international and Daikin standards
    • Developed comprehensive test plans to evaluate the effectiveness of new designs, ensuring high-quality products were delivered to clients.
    • Presented detailed reports on test results to stakeholders, providing recommendations for design improvements and modifications based on data findings.
    • Participated in design reviews, offering constructive feedback and suggestions for improvements based on testing results.
    • Performed as a project leader in reverberation sound laboratory installation and air enthalpy laboratory installation projects and conducting verification tests of established laboratories
    • Mentored junior engineers, sharing industry knowledge and best practices for R&D testing and design concepts.
    • Assigned as an internal 6S Auditor to inspect the offices, production, laboratory areas, and being responsible of R&D office and laboratories for 6S.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical&Electronics Engineering

Sakarya University
02.2015

Skills

    • Internal/External Auditing
    • Quality Management Systems
    • Compliance Monitoring
    • Corrective Actions
    • Quality Planning
    • Supplier Relationship Management
    • Failure mode and effects analysis
    • Performance monitoring
    • Sampling Plans
      • Control Plan Development
      • Design of experiments
      • Engineering Documentation
      • HVAC system design
      • Highly skilled in 3D and 2D CAD
      • Technical Documentation
      • Vibration analysis
      • Prototype Development
      • Lean principles knowledge

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 8 staff members.
  • Achieved high communication and transparent quality feedback by introducing SmartSheet for customer and production line quality complains.
  • Achieved fast Stop-Call-Wait process by completing Smart Quality System with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Secured 3rd place in a brazing skill competition, demonstrating proficiency and expertise in advanced brazing techniques.
  • Developed online Engineering Design Change process by introducing Odoo for design change tasks.

Certification


  • ISO 9001:2008- Quality Management Systems
  • ISO 19011:2011- Internal Auditor
  • ISO 18001:2007-OHSAS-Occupational Health and Safety Systems
  • ISO 14001:2004-Environmental Management Systems
  • R-ED (Regional Engineering Development) Leadership and Innovation Training Completion Certificate
  • Brazing Skill Development Training Completion Certificate

Coursework

  • Innovation and Leadership- Osaka/Japan
  • Sound Engineering Training- Istanbul Technical University
  • General Safety Training
  • General Technical Drawing Training
  • Bill of Material Creation Training
  • Solid Edge-SolidWorks
  • Project Management Course- Sydney International House Business College
  • English Pronunciation Course for Overseas-Born Professionals- The University of Sydney

Projects

  • Project Manager of Smart Quality System 10/2023- 7/2024
  • Project Manager of ECN Software Development Project 01/2024- on going
  • Project Leader of Reverberation Sound Laboratory Installation, 01/2018- 10/2018,
  • Project Leader of Semi-Anechoic Sound Laboratory Upgrade, 05/2017- 09/2019,
  • Project Leader / Design Engineer of Medium Static Pressure Fancoil Project, 01/2020- 05/2022,
  • Project and Design Engineer Low Static Pressure Cost Down Project, 10/2019- 07/2023,
  • Project Design Engineer Water Source Heat Pump Project 10/2019 -06/2022

References

Available upon request

Hobbies and Interests

  • Riding Motorbike
  • Playing Violin/Piano
  • Radio Hosting
  • Reading
  • Trekking
  • Ocean Swimming
  • Rowing
  • Kick Boxing

Affiliations

  • Engineers Australia
  • AMCA(Air Conditioning & Mechanical Contractors' Association)
  • National Association of Women in Construction

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Turkish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Quality Manager

DAIKIN AUSTRALIA
07.2023 - Current

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

DAIKIN AUSTRALIA
09.2019 - 07.2023

R&D Testing and Design Engineer

DAIKIN TURKEY
09.2016 - 09.2019

Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical&Electronics Engineering

Sakarya University

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