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Balaji Sekar

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
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
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
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

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 -

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