B S Rahul
Tiruvallur
Summary
Senior Production Engineer with over 10 years of total experience in machine and manufacturing operations, troubleshooting, tutoring, people management, ensuring safety compliance, product quality, and on-time delivery, implementing Lean Manufacturing, and driving continuous improvements. Expertise in environment, health, and safety (EHS) protocols, team development, and performance management to achieve SMQCD (Safety, Machine, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Standard, People) objectives. Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and execute corrective action plans to resolve safety, quality, and operational challenges.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Production Engineer
Michelin India
Thervoykandigai sipcot, Thiruvallur
03.2017 - Current
- Managed production teams to achieve SMQCD objectives while ensuring compliance with quality standards.
- Implemented Lean Manufacturing principles and Kaizen events, resulting in 10% reduction in production downtime.
- Enforced safety regulations and led training programs, adhering to EHS standards for a safe workplace.
- Conducted root cause analysis for non-conformance issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet customer quality requirements.
- Led daily meetings with autonomous production teams to communicate performance goals and track progress.
- Trained and mentored new hires on safety protocols and production processes to foster a culture of improvement.
- Contributed to successful New Product Introductions (NPI), maintaining quality and productivity during ramp-up phase.
- Participated in Defect Analysis with Cross-Functional Team, improving product quality by 10% through continuous improvement initiatives.
Machine Operator
Western Thompson India Pvt Ltd
Gummidipoondi sipcot, Tiruvallur
07.2016 - 03.2017
- Operated machinery to maintain seamless production flow and uphold quality standards.
- Monitored equipment performance, reporting issues to maintenance team without delay.
- Coordinated daily operational tasks with team members to enhance efficiency.
- Inspected finished products for defects, ensuring compliance with company specifications.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in alignment with safety regulations.
- Reviewed work orders to assess material type and quantity required for each production batch.
- Documented production and quality metrics to support operational transparency.
- Learned and adhered to safety and emergency procedures to promote workplace safety.
Electrical Maintenance Engineer
Venus Food Products Limited
Pannur village, Gummidipoondi, Tiurvallur
11.2015 - 06.2016
- Conducted routine inspections on machinery to ensure proper functioning.
- Replaced faulty components in machines, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Responded promptly to maintenance requests from staff and management.
- Collaborated with team members to effectively troubleshoot machine issues.
- Documented maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Operated hand and power tools for efficient repair completion.
- Maintained clean work areas, promoting a safe environment free from hazards.
- Addressed emergency breakdowns immediately during shift hours.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Electrical And Electronics Engineering
Bharath Institute of Higher Education & Research
Tambaram01-2025
Diploma - Electrical And Electronics Engineering
TJS Polytechnic College
Puduvoyal, Tiruvallur01-2015
High School Diploma -
RMT Matric Higher Secondary School
Manellore, Tiruvallur01-2013
Skills
- Continuous improvement strategies
- Process optimization techniques
- Fishbone diagram analysis
- Lean manufacturing principles (Kaizen, value stream mapping, 5S)
- Manufacturing operations compliance
- Problem-solving methodologies (Pareto Charts)
- Quality management systems
- Root cause analysis and corrective action
- Team leadership and cross-functional collaboration
- Process efficiency enhancements
- Cost and waste reduction strategies
- Production planning, management, expertise
- Personnel management skills
- Assembly line oversight
- Documentation and reporting standards
- Deadline adherence
Languages
Tamil
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Malayalam
Elementary (A2)
A2
Hindi
Beginner (A1)
A1
Accomplishments
Internal projects:
- Scrap and VOC reduction in my shop
- Ramping up of 4 group machines
- 10 years celebration event coordination
- Machine cycle time and full-time employee reduction in my shop
- Benchmarking Michelin India with the Michelin Spain plant (S, M, Q, D, C, P)
Achievements as a tutor:
- Trained more than 40 operating engineers for their roles
- Improved trainee certification pass rates
- Developed hands-on training modules for equipment operation
- Enhanced safety awareness through scenario-based teaching
- Collaborated with maintenance and safety teams for integrated learning
- Achieved high satisfaction ratings from trainees
- Reduced training time while maintaining competency standards
- Provided cross-training across multiple systems or equipment
Timeline
Senior Production Engineer
Michelin India
03.2017 - Current
Machine Operator
Western Thompson India Pvt Ltd
07.2016 - 03.2017
Electrical Maintenance Engineer
Venus Food Products Limited
11.2015 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Technology - Electrical And Electronics Engineering
Bharath Institute of Higher Education & Research
Diploma - Electrical And Electronics Engineering
TJS Polytechnic College
High School Diploma -
RMT Matric Higher Secondary School