B Muralidharan
Chennai
Summary
Experienced Assistant Manager with 22+ years in automotive manufacturing. Specializes in press shops, machining centers, SPMs, and assembly. Expertise in optimizing production processes, increasing efficiency, and reducing costs. Proficient in implementing automation, line balancing, and lean manufacturing techniques.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Manager, Manufacturing
Mudhra Fine Blanc
06.2021 - Current
- Spearheaded process redefinition initiatives, boosting productivity by 50% and reducing material waste by 20%
- Enhanced productivity by 40% through automation and reduced material transportation by 25%
- Implemented new tools in the VMC line, reducing cycle time and generating cost savings
- Managed capacity planning and resource optimization, maximizing press utilization
- Introduced SMED in the press shop, reducing setup time
- Handled audits including IATF, MAZE, TKML, and more
Senior Engineer, Fine Blanking Division
TIDC India
02.2014 - 02.2021
- Achieved Rank-1 supplier rating from Maruti for delivery and quality
- Maintained zero accidents for six consecutive years
- Reduced premium freight usage through proactive customer stock management
- Developed new parts with suppliers, expanding the market and increasing profits
- Prepared action plans to ensure 100% quality compliance in response to customer complaints
Technician
Rane TRW
07.2001 - 02.2014
- Improved daily production output using Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE) calculation and major loss tracking
- Reduced line stoppages and optimized material availability dynamically
- Trained and motivated operators, promoting Total Employee Involvement (TEI)
- Reduced cycle times and tooling costs through localization of imported tools
- Developed new products in the machine shop, improving production planning and manpower allocation
Education
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
JRN Vidyapeeth University
Jaipur01.2010
Skills
- OEE Metrics Calculation
- QC Story Method Problem-Solving
- Production & Manpower Planning
- Workflow Optimization Strategies
- Ergonomic Approach & Time Study
- Kanban
- TPM
- Reducing idle time
- NVA Reduction
- Setup Time Reduction (SMED)
- Familiar with ISO/TS 16949
- Familiar with ISO 14001
- Familiar with OHSAS18001
- Familiar with DEMING Application Prize
Certification
Project Management Assessment
Accomplishments
- Achieved 99.9% of production target with a cell quality level of 300ppm/month.
- Improved productivity by 60% by introducing a twin tucker fixture in ID boring operations.
Languages
- Tamil, Native
- English, Upper Intermediate (B2)
Honorsachievements
- 3rd Prize in Maruti Suzuki's Supplier Online Quality Quiz (2015).
- TEI Award (TI MD's Award) for three consecutive years (2015-2018).
- 3rd Prize in CII Poke-Yoke Competition (2018).
- 3rd Prize in QCFI QCC Competition (2018).
- Achieved 99.9% of production target with a cell quality level of 300ppm/month.
- Improved productivity by 60% by introducing a twin tucker fixture in ID boring operations.
Roles And Responsibilities
- Lead a team of 85 people across 3 shifts, overseeing production in press, machining, and assembly shops.
- Ensured daily and monthly output met planned production and quality standards.
- Trained staff, deploying the right personnel to appropriate tasks.
- Implemented corrective actions and ensured safe working practices.
- Generated system reports for shop performance and compliance.
- Monitoring Improvement activity to enhance quality & productivity.
Languages
Tamil
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Timeline
Assistant Manager, Manufacturing
Mudhra Fine Blanc
06.2021 - Current
Senior Engineer, Fine Blanking Division
TIDC India
02.2014 - 02.2021
Technician
Rane TRW
07.2001 - 02.2014
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
JRN Vidyapeeth University
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