Chioma Okafor
42 Lekki Gardens Avenue, Lagos, Lagos State 106104, Nigeria
+234 803 567 8942 | chioma.okafor@email.com | linkedin.com/in/chiomaokafor

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-driven Lead Supplier Quality Engineer with extensive experience in aerospace and aviation industries, specializing in AS9100 quality management systems and supplier performance optimization. Proven track record of implementing robust quality control processes, conducting comprehensive supplier audits, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across global supply chains. Demonstrated expertise in gap analysis, process control, and cross-functional project management to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Lead Supplier Quality Engineer
Zenith Aerospace Solutions | Lagos, Lagos State
March 2020 – Present

• Lead supplier quality management activities for a portfolio of 75+ critical aerospace suppliers, ensuring full compliance with AS9100D and customer-specific quality requirements
• Conduct comprehensive supplier audits and gap analyses, resulting in 35% reduction in non-conformance rates across key supply base over three-year period
• Manage cross-functional teams in resolution of supplier quality issues, implementing corrective and preventive actions that improved on-time delivery performance by 28%
• Develop and execute supplier development programs utilizing Lean Six Sigma Green Belt methodologies, achieving $2.3M in annual cost savings through process improvements
• Collaborate with strategic sourcing teams to evaluate and qualify new suppliers, establishing quality agreements and performance metrics
• Lead root cause analysis investigations for supplier-related quality escapes, implementing systemic controls to prevent recurrence
• Mentor team of 4 Supplier Quality Engineers, providing technical guidance on inspection techniques, data acquisition methods, and quality system requirements

Senior Supplier Quality Engineer
Pinnacle Aviation Components | Abuja, Federal Capital Territory
June 2016 – February 2020

• Managed supplier quality activities for mechanical components and assemblies supporting commercial aviation programs
• Conducted on-site supplier assessments and process audits, identifying critical gaps and driving implementation of corrective actions
• Reduced supplier defect rates by 42% through implementation of statistical process control and enhanced inspection protocols
• Coordinated with procurement and engineering teams to resolve quality issues impacting production schedules
• Developed supplier scorecards and performance metrics, establishing data-driven decision-making framework for supplier management
• Led supplier quality improvement projects resulting in elimination of 15 chronic quality issues

Supplier Quality Engineer
Skyline Manufacturing Ltd | Ibadan, Oyo State
January 2013 – May 2016

• Performed incoming inspection and data acquisition activities for aerospace components and raw materials
• Supported supplier corrective action processes, tracking closure of non-conformances and verification of effectiveness
• Conducted supplier capability studies and process validations for new product introductions
• Collaborated with engineering teams to review and approve supplier manufacturing processes and quality control plans
• Maintained supplier quality documentation and metrics in compliance with AS9100 requirements
• Participated in cross-functional teams for cost reduction and process improvement initiatives

Quality Engineer
Horizon Industrial Services | Lagos, Lagos State
August 2010 – December 2012

• Executed internal quality audits and supported external certification audits for AS9100 quality management system
• Analyzed quality data and trends to identify opportunities for process improvements
• Developed inspection procedures and work instructions for manufacturing operations
• Investigated customer complaints and implemented corrective actions to address root causes
• Supported new product development activities through design reviews and process validations

EDUCATION

Master of Science in Quality Assurance
University of Lagos | Lagos, Lagos State
Graduated: May 2010

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering
Covenant University | Ota, Ogun State
Graduated: May 2008

CERTIFICATIONS

• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) – American Society for Quality
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
• AS9100 Lead Auditor
• ISO 9001 Internal Auditor

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Quality Management Systems: AS9100, ISO 9001, NADCAP, customer-specific requirements
Quality Tools: Statistical Process Control, Root Cause Analysis, FMEA, Control Plans, PPAP, 8D Problem Solving
Project Management: Cross-functional team leadership, supplier development programs, corrective action management
Technical: Inspection techniques, measurement systems analysis, data acquisition systems, process capability analysis
Software: Quality management systems, statistical analysis tools, supplier portals

LANGUAGES

• English (Native)
• Yoruba (Native)

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

• American Society for Quality (ASQ) – Member since 2011
• Aviation Suppliers Association – Member since 2018