ANBARASU MOOKIAHPANDIAN

Customer-focused professional with successful 17 years of experience in Process Engineering with a demonstrated history of working in electrical and electronics manufacturing & automobile industries. Skilled in New Product Introduction, Continuous Improvement, Lean SixSigma, Value Engineering, Operations Management, and Automation. Strong engineering professional, looking for a challenging role to learn and establish sustainability through continuous improvement and cost effective solutions in this dynamic business environment.

Collaborative leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact organization success with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture.

• 5 Star Quality award from Hyundai Motors India Ltd
• Appreciation as a Key Projects Implementer for PTS and Low cost Strain gage implementation
• Testimonial as a Best Performer For Consecutively 15 years
• Acknowledged by Israel Team for the implementation of PTS and e-PDM projects

Heading New Product Introduction, Process and Continuous Improvement teams. Responsible for R&D transfer Projects, Translocation Projects, Cost cutting in product and process (Bought-out, Machining, Treatment & Assembly), Automation Line qualification & ROI, Engineering Change Management through ePDM across global VPG sites, End to End Safety Regulatory/ECR/ECN/PCN management, Establishing CTQ process capabilities per product standards published by ISO, ASTM, AMS, MIL. Guiding CFT for Root cause analysis, 8D report, QCC projects, ergonomics initiatives.

• Significant contribution in: R&D transfer - New Product Introduction by introducing Digital Load cells
• Closed operations in 4 manufacturing sites by succesfully moved 100+ products to India
• Implementation of low cost strain gages in India and China VPG sites – Savings - ₹ 45million/annum
• Implemented Lean in DESB products line (associated with External Lean consultant)
• Low cost load cell design and development for JLG, Stryker, Manitou, CNH, Arjo Huntleigh, John Deere
• QAD-Mfg pro MM module with more than 5000 part numbers & BOMs – transfer from SAP
• 5S implementation & Standardization with support of External consultant
• Project Leader for the implementation of Product Traceability Software (PTS) connecting overall VPG sites across the globe as well as implementation of e-PDM (including 2D to 3D drawing conversion)
• Associated in gun drilling process change from SPM to VMC – Savings – ₹ 10million/annum
• Setup changeover time reduction from 120 minutes to 9 minutes in Master cylinder machining line
• Developed four component fixture for handling the processes like turning, grooving and facing operations in master cylinder machining to reduce the cycle time from 60 sec to 52 sec – ₹ 25million/annum
• Implemented Coherent Laser barcode engraving system throughout the plant and integrated it with VPG's Global Product Tracking System
• Conceived & Executed Automated Assembly line with Hesse GMBH Wirebonder for automatic wiring in 20+ models, Laser Marking, Laser Welding, Automated Loading machines, Robot potting, Robot gage bonding, Laser cleaning, thereby saved ₹400million/annum
• Implemented Robot TIG welding(Yasakawa) for Compression & Canister Loadcells
• Implemented SPM automatic ID blasting in JLG product lines
• Standardized and Optimized Digital loadcell programming for CANBUS & CANOpen communications
• Played a Key role in Layout & erection of plant relocation from Karapakkam to Oragadam
• Developed Vendor for Low cost yet excellent corrosion resistant EDOC coating(Proprietary coating)
• Alternate material qualification in 50% of the Volume & Customer approval secured on time
• Bonding & Baking Process optimization & standardization in both India & China VPG sites - ₹ 90million/annum
• Implemented Coherent Laser scribing & Cleaning for all open face Loadcells
• Implemented TRUMPF Laser welding machine & automatic welding cycle for TEREX & MAREL Product lines
• Established Engineering Lab with instruments & equipment for relocation projects
• Progressive expertise in handling a wide range of manufacturing technologies and principles like TQM and TPM.
• Developing, managing and executing the projects such as PTS, e-PDM and QAD MFG Pro.
• Certified QMS internal auditor for ISO 9001:2015. Well exposed to IATF 16949 System & ATEX(IECEx), FM, UL and CSA (Canada) approvals including NTEP, NMi OIML R60 standards and approvals.
• Broad experience in technical & commercial negotiations, Planning and Executing Industrial Automation & IoT projects.
• Well-honed skills in AutoCAD (2-D Drafting & Detailing with GD&T Functions), Solid works design and Simulation (Solid Modeling, Assembly & Detailing of components using Solid works).
• Effective in handling new product development with key focus on the optimal utilization of the resources & time.
• Highly focused with a consistent track record of successfully delivering full project life cycle implementations to tight time scales and within budget.
• Operational understanding of Visual Basic and Bartender Labelling software.
• Expert level of proficiency in various manufacturing processes such as Machining, Assembly, Surface treatment, Heat treatment, Laser Welding, 3D printing(ABS), Thermal cycling & compensation.

60 days