Summary
Heikki Pölönen is a results-driven Project Quality Engineer with a decade of experience in high-precision manufacturing and process development. Based in Joensuu, Finland, he currently leads quality initiatives at Nanocomp Oy Ltd, focusing on continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration. He holds a Master's in Optics/Optical Sciences and a BSc in Physics, grounding his approach in rigorous analytical methods. His core expertise spans Lean Six Sigma, statistical data analysis (DoE, Gage R&R, hypothesis testing), and quality-system methodologies (PPAP, APQP, CAPA) across ERP/PLM environments. He is proficient in Minitab, JMP, R, Python, Matlab, and Power BI, applying data-driven insights to improve processes and product quality. Early career as a Data Analyst and roles at Dispelix, ASSA ABLOY, and related positions have given him cross-industry experience, reinforcing his ability to translate complex data into practical quality solutions.
10 years of coding experience
4 years of employment as a software developer
Master's degree, Optics/Optical Sciences, Master's degree, Optics/Optical Sciences at University of Eastern Finland