KESANA KISHORE
Hyderabad
Summary
Results-driven Assistant Manager – Production with 5+ years of experience in aerospace and defence manufacturing. Expertise in 5-axis CNC machining, production planning, and process optimization. Strong background in AS9100 quality standards, traceability, lean manufacturing, and non-conformance management. Proven ability to lead shop floor teams, coordinate cross-functional activities, and ensure high standards of quality and delivery in precision manufacturing environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Skills
- Aerospace Manufacturing & Precision Machining
- 5-Axis CNC Operations (Doosan, HAAS, Fourstar)
- Production Planning & Control (PPC)
- Quality Standards (AS9100, Traceability, NC Management)
- Lean Manufacturing & 5S Implementation
- Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
- Team Leadership & Workforce Management
- Tooling & Application Engineering
- Estimation, Costing & Business Development Support
- Cutting tool selection
Work History
Assistant Manager – Production
Pennar Industries Ltd – Aerospace Division
10.2024 - Current
- Lead production operations for aerospace components, ensuring quality, safety, and delivery requirements
- Coordinate with PPC, Quality, and NPD teams for smooth execution of projects
- Drive process improvements and optimize resource utilization
- Support business development through estimation, costing, and technical inputs
- Ensure compliance with aerospace standards, including traceability and documentation
Sales & Application Engineer (Walter Tools & Dormer Pramet)
Sri JJ Engineering & Enterprises
02.2024 - 09.2024
- Provided tooling solutions and application support for precision machining
- Assisted customers with tool selection, cutting parameters, and process optimization
- Managed client interactions and supported technical sales activities
- Set up and operated 5-axis CNC machines for aerospace components
Production Supervisor
Pennar Industries Ltd – Aerospace Division
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Supervised a team of operators and managed daily production activities
- Planned shift schedules, manpower allocation, and workflow execution
- Handled non-conformance (NC) issues and ensured quality compliance
- Maintained product traceability as per aerospace standards
- Implemented 5S and lean practices on the shop floor
- Operated and supported 5-axis CNC machines including probing, calibration, and kinematics
- Trained operators on machining processes and precision measuring instruments
5-Axis CNC Setter / Operator
Gowra Aerospace Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
- Set up and operated 5-axis CNC machines for aerospace components
- Worked on high-precision machining for defence and aerospace clients
- Operated machines including HAAS, LMW, and AMS platforms
- Ensured adherence to quality and tolerance requirements
- 2 Years
CNC Milling Setter & Operator
APL Mech Systems
- Performed CNC milling operations for aerospace, defence, and die & mould components
- Worked on projects for DRDO, BDL, RCI, ECIL, and NFC
- Operated DOOSAN and LML machines with 4th axis capabilities
- 1.5 Years
Technical Assistant
Chanakya Wire Cut Technics Pvt. Ltd.
- Supported machining operations for aerospace and defence components
- Operated CNC machines including DMG, Jyoti, BFW, and Hartford
- Assisted in maintaining quality and production requirements
- 1.5 Years
Industrial Trainee
Vesama Mech Engineers
- Trained in conventional machining processes including milling, turning, drilling, and grinding
- Gained foundational knowledge of production and shop floor practices
- 6 Months
Education
Diploma (D.M.E) -
TRR COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY(POLYTECHNIC)
S.S.C. - undefined
R.S.K HIGH SCHOOL
Interests
cricket, watching tv, listening music, sudoku
Timeline
Assistant Manager – Production
Pennar Industries Ltd – Aerospace Division
10.2024 - Current
Sales & Application Engineer (Walter Tools & Dormer Pramet)
Sri JJ Engineering & Enterprises
02.2024 - 09.2024
Production Supervisor
Pennar Industries Ltd – Aerospace Division
01.2021 - 01.2024
5-Axis CNC Setter / Operator
Gowra Aerospace Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
CNC Milling Setter & Operator
APL Mech Systems
Technical Assistant
Chanakya Wire Cut Technics Pvt. Ltd.
Industrial Trainee
Vesama Mech Engineers
S.S.C. - undefined
R.S.K HIGH SCHOOL
Diploma (D.M.E) -
TRR COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY(POLYTECHNIC)
Responsibility
- Led end-to-end production of aerospace components, achieving quality, cost, and on-time delivery targets
- Managed production planning (PPC), scheduling, and capacity utilization for optimal shop floor efficiency
- Supervised and developed teams, handling manpower planning, shift operations, and performance management
- Ensured compliance with AS9100 standards, traceability, and aerospace quality requirements
- Handled non-conformance (NC), RCA, and CAPA, driving continuous quality improvement
- Coordinated cross-functionally with Quality, NPD, PPC, and Design teams for seamless execution
- Drove process optimization, cycle time reduction, and Lean/5S initiatives
- Oversaw 5-axis CNC machining operations, including setup, calibration, and process troubleshooting
- Optimized machining through tooling selection, cutting parameters, and fixture planning
- Supported estimation, costing, and technical sales, providing application engineering solutions
Strengths
- Strong in aerospace manufacturing components.
- Effective team leadership and production management
- Good knowledge of AS9100 quality standards & traceability
- Skilled in production planning and resource utilization
- Focused on problem-solving and continuous improvement
Declaration
I hereby declare that the above information and particulars are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. And I am sure that I will show my best performance if opportunity is given in your esteemed Organization.
Place: Date: (KESANA KISHORE)