Balaji Sekar
Production & Planning Manager
Batam
Summary
Dynamic Production Planning Manager with a proven track record at Pt. Raajratna Wire and also supervising maintenance department, excelling in materials management and continuous improvement. Enhanced inventory practices, minimizing waste and optimizing stock levels, while fostering a customer-focused environment. Adept at problem-solving and project management, driving efficiency and elevating team performance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Production Planning Manager
Pt. Raajratna Wire
Batam, Indonesia.
09.2019 - Current
- Managing over 100 people in production, packing, maintenance & logistic department.
- Enhanced inventory management practices, resulting in minimized waste and optimized stock levels.
- Minimized lead times for product deliveries through strategic scheduling and resource allocation adjustments.
- Facilitated coordination with logistics teams for on-time distribution of finished goods, reducing transportation costs and enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated maintenance outages to enhance effectiveness of preventive maintenance program.
- Supervised team of technicians, offering mentorship and resources for professional growth and performance advancement.
- Enhanced overall equipment efficiency through comprehensive evaluations of machinery conditions and execution of essential improvements.
- Managed priorities and communicated between maintenance team and management, distributing tasks to ensure on-time delivery.
- Minimized downtime by effectively managing maintenance team and prioritizing tasks based on urgency
- Secured favorable contracts with vendors for efficient procurement of parts and services, sustaining robust working relationships.
- Formulated comprehensive maintenance budgets, enabling precise expense management while maximizing equipment performance.
- Executed root cause analysis of recurring issues, formulating long-term solutions that reduced future disruptions.
- Strengthened equipment dependability by establishing preventive maintenance program and coordinating repair schedules.
- Guided new hires in company procedures, safety protocols, and technical skills essential for roles as maintenance professionals.
- Oversaw employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety protocols.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Supported daily operations, engaging efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Provided professional counsel during every phase of construction process, sharing significant insights rooted in substantial mechanical engineering experience.
- Shortened project timelines through strategic collaboration and clear communication with diverse teams.
- Oversaw ongoing projects to guarantee adherence to established specifications, codes, regulations, and guidelines.
- Recognized opportunities for process enhancements, resulting in heightened efficiency and minimized costs.
- Compiled detailed records of project activities, ensuring precise documentation for future reference or audits.
- Enhanced quality control standards, methods, and procedures to align with compliance mandates.
- Optimized quality procedures to boost efficiency and effectiveness.
- Analyzed quality problems and conducted assessments to identify and rectify issues.
- Engaged with suppliers to elevate raw material quality, guaranteeing consistency throughout all sourced components.
- Executed root cause analysis investigations, uncovering fundamental issues in product failures and applying necessary corrective measures.
- Maintained quality standards and procedures to reduce errors and elevate customer satisfaction.
Junior Production Manager
Viraj Profiles
Boisar, India
05.2019 - 09.2019
- Anticipated potential bottlenecks in production process, executing solutions to avert delays and uphold optimal throughput levels.
- Created performance metrics for monitoring productivity, supporting perpetual improvements in alignment with company aspirations.
- Refined product quality via rigorous oversight of production processes and immediate resolution of identified issues.
- Streamlined inventory management via deployment of effective tracking system, reducing stock discrepancies and facilitating timely deliveries.
- Reviewed data to detect trends, facilitating more informed choices about production strategies.
- Optimized operational efficiency by employing lean manufacturing practices and minimizing waste throughout production.
- Managed problems swiftly to ensure achievement of productivity targets.
- Developed efficient production schedules and partnered with production employees to convey objectives and goals.
- Projected labor demands to address expected workload.
Production Engineer
Raajratna Metal Industry Limited
Ahmedabad, India
08.2013 - 05.2019
- Oversaw production timelines, securing prompt product delivery while sustaining exceptional quality standards.
- Analyzed root causes and applied corrective strategies.
- Provided technical support to troubleshoot equipment issues, minimizing downtime and meeting production targets.
- Engaged with other team members to optimize workflow and boost performance.
- Enhanced production volume by optimizing equipment layouts for maximum efficiency.
- Analyzed root causes of failures and proposed enhancements in designs, tolerances, or processing methods.
- Finalized and submitted monthly and yearly reports to enhance executive decision making.
- Assessed all machinery and equipment, executing required maintenance.
- Performed trials to assess equipment and machine operational effectiveness.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
AIHT
Chennai, India 04.2001 -
Skills
Materials management
Customer focus
Production scheduling
Demand forecasting
Project management
Facilities maintenance
Maintenance planning
Continuous improvement
Preventive Maintenance
Inventory replenishment
Problem-solving
Internal auditing
Statistical analysis skills
Timeline
Production Planning Manager
Pt. Raajratna Wire
09.2019 - Current
Junior Production Manager
Viraj Profiles
05.2019 - 09.2019
Production Engineer
Raajratna Metal Industry Limited
08.2013 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
AIHT
04.2001 -