Highly capable Production & Development Engineer expertise in all development phases, NPD, NPI, VA/VE, Project Management, Product and Process Validation, DFM, DFA, Product life cycle management, and controlling systems such as ECR/ECN, BOM, PPAP, SAP, Team Centre, NX, and MS Office. Worked on new product concept end to end, right from market requirements, design development, hand sketch model, CAD data creation and prototyping the working model to validate the same. Ability to operate independently and as part of a team. Lead the team responsible for local component testing and release.
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Work History
PRODUCTION ENGINEER -TEAM LEAD
RHEEM AUSTRALIA PTY LIMITED
Sydney
Created 3D models and managed 275 L water heaters, Cleansed 3D and GMJT files (lightweight model) for assembly and master system preparation in the manufacturing line, Expertise in harness routing and assembly of Generators using Pro E, Worked on positive build where all heater models were made as add in concepts, Worked on conversion project to eliminate unused material numbers from PLM data base
PRODUCTION ENGINEER
ORANGE SORTING MACHINES INDIA PVT LTD
Coimbatore
Experienced in designing and sizing of Mechanical power units, counterbalance mechanisms and traction of sorting machines, Experienced in Sheet metal operations, Experienced in selection of geared and gearless machine, pulleys, ropes, traction sheave, door operator, and sorting machine balancing, Projects like AutoCAD 2011, Pro-E, Inventor and GD&T are responsible for making components, assembly drawings and BOM, Selection of ropes, machines, roping, guide rails, guide shoes, frames and suspension for specification needed by customer using different engineering calculations, Process of design change request (DCR) in house manufacturing and suppliers from product improvement, Ownership of value engineering, cost saving actions, design of sorting machine chassis, suspension, guide railing, machine supporting beams and machine safety mechanism, Involving in new product development and making prototype for the same, Preparing documentation for approved development activities (SO, FIELD LETTER, FC, CTQ, KPPAP), Active member of Technical Support team providing solutions for the installation and production concern, Training new entrants to the team and existing team members on the process with purchase and production people in achieving success, Listing all the material for an sorting machine as customer requires (selection of drives, machines, chassis, ropes and guide rails) and release job production, Calculations and testing of lift balancing and forces on guide shoes by Calkit, Teckpak and Lift 20, Forecast for importing and purchasing materials and communicate with suppliers, Maintain communication on significant issues or developments with Front end Team
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
MACHINE SHOP -TEMPERZONE AUSTRALIA PTY LIMITED
sydney
10.2020
Developed the first riveted drum concept, €2million saved to organization, Design and delivery of components and assemblies, in consideration of manufacturing capability, considering safety, conventional and rational methods, Development of new product, evaluate, select and apply the standard engineering techniques, Procedures and criteria, using standard engineering practices during development, Site specialist and Component Engineer for Mechanical systems, Execute sub-system integration and training sub system owners and new entrants on development and integration process (NPD & NPI, VA/VE), Interact with suppliers for part development & engineering approval (APQP/CRP) of new and existing components, Closely work with supplier to know & support for failures, tool life status of BSH tools in supplier site, Technical and cross functional support to teams during product design and manufacturing, in collaboration with global teams, Test report document creation, validating and release the product and components, Product testing and certifications, Test document preparation for new models and getting approval from (BEE) IEC 60335, IEC 60456 Department of Energy Saving, Worked on VA/VE, Simulation, Localization & Globalization activities project management, Report project progress to stockholder on regular basis and project results at the completion of each project, Lead various Bench marking workshop to generate Ratio/Cost saving ideas, Managing Product Life Cycle ECR, ECN, PLM
PRODUCTION MANAGER
JKR SERVICES PVT LTD (SOUNDCRAFTS)
London
05.2023 - 10.2023
Planning organising production schedules, Estimating, negotiating and agreeing budgets, Ensuring that health and safety regulations are met, Determining quality control standards
Education
BE - Electronics and communication engineering -
Anna university chennai
06.2013
Skills
CNC programming
SAP & ERP
MS office
PLM Tools (Team centre, Windchill)
Incident Management
Safe Equipment Operation
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Continuous Improvements
Safe Work Practices
Maintaining Clean Work Areas
Training Initiatives
Worker Training
Team Development
Output Improvements
Staffing Assignments
Schedule Coordination
Goal Management
Shipment Preparation
Production Planning
Assessing Production Schedules
Resource Utilization
Productivity Performance
Motivational Leadership
Performance Improvement
Schedule Management
Training Junior Team Members
Heavy Machinery Operation
Product Specifications
Safety Monitoring
Staff Meetings
Maintenance Requirements
Basic Mathematical Abilities
Task Delegation
Developing Work Schedules
Monitoring Line Supplies
Work Order Review
Environmental Monitoring
New Employee Training
Manufacturing
Equipment Repair
Product Assembly
Daily Progress Reports
Team Communication and Collaboration
Certification
8D certified – BSH
UX/UI – Process Certified
Accomplishments
Design and developed the first riveted drum concept for India, €2million saved to organization
New Variant introduced within 10 months to cover market share in slim line segment
Cost and value Champion award for 2021, Attained the target over €1million
Reduced market failure call rate from 8% to 3% over 3 years
Executed over 30 mini projects per year (ECO, Value, Process Improvement) with flaw less implementation
Awarded value champion of the year 2021 for demonstrating value "Initiative and Determination"
Established component testing facility locally to reduce component testing Leadtime by 8 weeks
Languages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
PRODUCTION MANAGER
JKR SERVICES PVT LTD (SOUNDCRAFTS)
05.2023 - 10.2023
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
MACHINE SHOP -TEMPERZONE AUSTRALIA PTY LIMITED
10.2020
PRODUCTION ENGINEER -TEAM LEAD
RHEEM AUSTRALIA PTY LIMITED
PRODUCTION ENGINEER
ORANGE SORTING MACHINES INDIA PVT LTD
BE - Electronics and communication engineering -
Anna university chennai
8D certified – BSH
UX/UI – Process Certified
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