Barjinder Singh

Engineering Sales: Localization of Jigs/tools and gauges and provide to OEMs at competitive prices

• Localization of Man-power to modify Japanese make machines by training to local SVs and selecting SVs by interviewing them.
• Automaton projects inline for fully automating the plant processes by using various Auto fork lifts, AGVs , conveyors and robotic arms.
• New Machines commissioning at OEMs

New Machines sales and OEM commercials:

• Preparing and submitting quotes to customers
• Negotiation with customers as per submitted prices
• Negotiation with various suppliers for their Supply and services.

Training in Japan:

• 3 weeks Training in Japan with various machine makers for their way of working and technical training for machine manufacturing and machine operations in details
• Trained about details of EVs and machines required to manufacture batteries and their operatio

Supply Chain/ Operation Management ( Solar & Consumers Lead) :

• Coordination between Sales & Operation ( Operation planning as per Sales forecast)
• Operated as factory manager for various factories to oversee their supply chain, production, engineering, Stores, Stocks, Logistics etc
• Planning of FG at various factories as per Sales intake plan received from sales team keeping in mind the earlier forecast and RM inventories in hand
• Confirmation of weekly dispatches from various factories to Sales team
• To keep a track on monthly/weekly/daily FG dispatches from various factories based on confirmation given to Sales team and monitoring the DRM
• To keep a check on various T-2 suppliers for supplies to various factories.
• To solve day to day problems being faced at factories to avoid any delays in delivery commitments
• To keep continuous check on various factory’s inventories
• To keep a check and maintain Factory capacity as per the forecasts.
• Time motion Study / Line balancing at Factory to improve productivity
• Interaction with Engineering team to make further improvements in design as per problems faced in production
• Interaction with Customer for various FG commitments and other communications.
• Introduction of Lean Manufacturing/ Continuous improvement in factories to improve productivity
• Various Audits at Factories to improve systems/safety etc

Focused Improvement Projects:

• Projects being done for Energy Saving/Rejection reduction/RM Cost reduction/Quality improvement etc
• Major Project done on Sintering machine for Energy Saving/Rejection reduction/RM cost reduction with Cost saving of approx. 11 MLN INR

Breakdown Analysis:

• Breakdown Analysis for all the breakdowns in 2015/2016 and took targets for MTTR (Mean time to repair) & MTBF (Mean time between Failure) for the year 2016/2017
• The same analysis also resulted in Critical machines to focus and Training needs for Mechanics
• Mentored and guided maintenance and repair work performance
• Provided strong leadership and technical expertise to maintain existing procedures and continuously improvement.
• Daily problem root cause analysis and Resolve various maintenance related problems.
• Recommended measures to improve conditions and operations of machines and equipment.

Lean & Total Productivity Maintenance (TPM):

• Being in Lean Phase-4, Lead the TPM implementation task by starting various new systems/activities to clear the Audits and improve the productive culture
• Trained hundreds of employees including Managers to implement TPM in MLF plant
• Critical machines with Poor performance identified to get more focus.
• DMAIC Six Sigma Green belt certified

Safety:

• Investigate and report on any employee injuries, equipment accidents and property damage.
• Manage inspection of facility, equipment, devices, tools and employee attire.
• Coordinate with safety committing to provide support while advising committed on current program status and future projects.

Procurement & Machine Installation

• Lead strategic global sourcing of raw material, consumables and machines including spares, jigs, tools, gauges, etc. in line with production plans and demand forecasts.
• Develop engineering documentation illustrating project/machine specifications, drawings and relevant code requirements. Prepare quotes based on process knowledge, yields, and overhead rates on a globular basis.
• Manage techno–commercial discussions, risk analysis for new and existing suppliers, price evaluation, cost development, value analysis and negotiations for manufacturers/dealers.
• Conduct machine inspections at Maker’s Site in Japan or locally, manage and participate in the change control processes with the supply base, with timely, cost effective, and quality implementation.
• Plan layouts based on time required for processing, the number of workers involved in production, the working time, and production capacity to facilitate the most efficient distribution of work.
• Spearhead new machine installation activities in the plant based on machine models and the number of units required for efficient production with streamlined material flow.
• Optimize cycle time through select tooling; facilitate ideal cutting parameters and process distribution in machine.
• Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning work flow, space and equipment layout.
• Lead plant layout preparation for new plant set-up or modifications to help construct an efficient production system optimally suited to the production design, manpower resources, and the number of machines installed.
• Conduct N1,N5,N30 trials based on SOPs on various installed machines for checking the machine capability.
• Handover the Machining lines to Production deptt after the commissioning.
• Procurement of Capital and revenue goods through SAP/Oracle system.

New Model Development

• Lead design and development projects for new product development from concept to the final product. Emphasis on complete New Transmission Sub Assembly development including various Gears and shafts.
• Finalize technical specs, analyze component drawings, and conduct design validation and feasibility analysis.
• Make Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for various products based on the Master drawing Specs.
• Estimate set up-time, cycle time, tooling charges, jigs and fixtures required and raw materials.
• Manage design layout work including Product, Blank, and Forging Drawing; approve, manufacture, Design, manufacture and verify jigs, tools, and gauges including the conduct of development trials under stringent deadlines. Design of very critical jigs for machine modifications to run new development parts Autocad using GD&T Knowledge and Standard.
• Ensure adherence to ISO 9000 quality standards and handle related documentation viz., APQP,PFD, Control Plan, FMEA etc.
• Handle gear manufacturing processes viz., Turning, Milling, Hobbing, Shaping, Shaving and special Purpose Machines etc. CNC Programming after tool paths validation and actual trials on CNC Machines.
• Conduct trial production run for manufacturing the components/products and seek approval from the quality department on the final product.
• Handover all the Jigs, Tools, gauges and SOPs to the concerned deptt for Mass production.

Productivity and Efficiency Improvements

• Seek ways to improve the process parameters through programming in machines, modifications in jigs, tools and gauges, and reduction in operator movement in lines.
• Contain costs through cycle time reduction, manpower reduction, and localization of jigs, tools and gauges.
• Increase productivity through Time, Motion Study and Line Effectiveness calculations using Japanese methods.
• Investigate failures and troubleshoot problems related to operation, programming, Jigs, toolings, repair etc.

Team Management and Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Enable skill development of subordinates by facilitating technical and commercial skill development programs.
• Mentor and train team members to enable them perform effectively. Establish KRA’s, allocate work to team, monitor and manage performance through capability development.
• Create and sustain dynamic environment that fosters development opportunities and motivates high performance.
• Wok with maintenance team and organize trouble-shooting on break down of machines, equipment, tools and fixtures, in order to recover functions promptly to minimize the impact to production.
• Implement Lean,TPM,PFMEA,DFMEA, Kaizen,PFD,SOPs, Poka-yoke, 7 wastes, 6S, 3M activities etc
• Collaborate with maintenance, quality, purchase, PPC, Engine Design, Local and Foreign Vendors, etc.