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Work History
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Skills
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Industries And Commodities Handled
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KARTHIKEYAN Sachidanandam

KARTHIKEYAN Sachidanandam

Tiruninravur

Summary

Results-driven manufacturing executive with extensive SAP expertise from Kennametal India Ltd. Proven track record in supplier development and quality control, leveraging Lean Manufacturing principles to enhance efficiency. Skilled in root cause analysis and project presentation, consistently optimizing production processes and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Executive - Manufacturing

Kennametal India Ltd
Bangalore
06.2024 - Current
  • Led end-to-end manufacturing operations using SAP MM & PP for inventory control, procurement tracking, MRP, and BOM management to ensure seamless production planning.
  • Spearheaded the Quality Control Department, ensuring compliance with customer specifications and standards, while handling customer complaints through CAPA and structured quality systems.
  • Analyzed SAP reports to drive improvements in production efficiency, material consumption, and supplier performance; ensured SAP integration with quality and manufacturing workflows.
  • Implemented Lean Manufacturing principles (Six Sigma, Kaizen, FMEA) for data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement across production and quality processes.
  • Managed 5 suppliers by securing quality commitments, planning material distribution, dispatch, and coordinating packing requirements; handled rejections through CFT and process owners.
  • Supervised a team of 8 personnel, overseeing daily operations, ensuring alignment with SAP-driven processes, and enabling smooth coordination between production, quality, and vendors.Spearhead Quality Control Department, ensuring compliance with customer specifications and industry standards

Supplier Development & Quality Engineer

Hical Technologies
Bangalore
05.2022 - 05.2024
  • Develop and maintain PFMEA to identify and mitigate potential risks
  • Collaborate with SAP QM and Operations to design Process Flow and Floor Plans for efficiency optimization
  • Oversee PPAP submission packages and Engineering Change Documentation
  • Coordinate safe launches for engineering sample parts, monitoring Work Orders and manufacturing workflows
  • Conduct internal blueprint reviews and ensure proper communication of modifications with customers
  • Manage supplier rating and performance evaluation through SAP
  • Ensure GRN clearance and inspection lot processing via SAP QM module
  • Create Inspection Plans (IP) and quality notifications in SAP for structured supplier quality control

Quality Line Auditor

Carclo Technical Plastics Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
04.2018 - 10.2021
  • Managed In-Process Quality Review (IPQR) and Setup Approvals for seamless shop floor transitions
  • Conducted product inspections using VMS, Air Gauges, and GD&T analysis for plastic and machined components
  • Ensured compliance with AS9100 and ISO 13485 quality standards
  • Led operator training sessions to enhance process adherence and efficiency
  • Analysed defect trends and implemented preventive strategies to reduce manufacturing errors

Junior Engineer

Asian Metals Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
09.2016 - 03.2018
  • Prepared Initial Sample Inspection Reports (ISIR) and Part Submission Warrants (PSW) for IATF compliance
  • Conducted New Product Development (NPD) inspections with GD&T expertise
  • Managed development operations, optimizing human resources, materials, and machinery
  • Assisted in supplier quality compliance for new product launches

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

St. Peter's Institute of Higher Education & Research
Chennai
01.2016

Skills

  • Supplier Development & Auditing
  • SAP Expertise
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Metrology & Inspection
  • Process Knowledge
  • Quality Control & Root Cause Analysis
  • Project Presentation & Data Analysis

Certification

  • SAP MM & PP Advanced Training
  • ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Strengths And Achievements

  • Applied SAP MM/PP functionalities to optimize procurement and production planning.
  • Improved inventory accuracy and supplier quality tracking using SAP data analytics.
  • Enhanced production efficiency by integrating SAP PP with lean manufacturing initiatives.

Languages

  • English
  • Kannada
  • Tamil

Industries And Commodities Handled

Aerospace, Automotive, Manufacturing, Plastic Molding, Lamination, Fabrication & Sheet Metal, Wire Cut, CNC Machining, Welding Parts

Tools And Software Proficiency

  • SAP MM & PP (Inventory, Procurement, Production Planning)
  • Minitab (Statistical Analysis for Quality & Process Control)
  • MS Excel (Data Analysis, 7 QC Tools)
  • MS PowerPoint (Project Presentations)
  • Quality Inspection Tools (VMS, Air Gauges, Height Gauges)

Timeline

Executive - Manufacturing

Kennametal India Ltd
06.2024 - Current

Supplier Development & Quality Engineer

Hical Technologies
05.2022 - 05.2024

Quality Line Auditor

Carclo Technical Plastics Pvt Ltd
04.2018 - 10.2021

Junior Engineer

Asian Metals Pvt Ltd
09.2016 - 03.2018

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

St. Peter's Institute of Higher Education & Research

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