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LAKSHMINARAYANAN BALASUBRAMANIYAN

Cuddalore

Summary

Operations Excellence Executive with extensive experience at Whirlpool of India Ltd., achieving a 14% cost reduction through effective project management and collaboration across functions. Proficient in Lean manufacturing and cost management, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and team leadership. Demonstrated ability to enhance operational efficiency and drive profitability.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operations Excellence Executive

Whirlpool of India Ltd.
01.2023 - Current
  • Achieved 14% cost savings by leading P4G and WCM initiatives across multiple plants.
  • Developed and implemented three-year cost roadmap aligned with corporate objectives.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to execute projects, enhancing operational efficiencies.
  • Oversaw progression of P4G initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
  • Conducted cost workshops to categorize plant expenditures and set targets based on forecasts.
  • Established project management meeting room and maintained plant-level knowledge database.
  • Led WCM pillars, coaching teams on methodologies and facilitating steering committee meetings.
  • Created reports summarizing progress against organizational goals and facilitated meetings with senior management.

Deputy Manager - Production & Inventory Controller

Whirlpool of India Ltd.
01.2020 - 12.2022
  • Achieved 100% compliance in Material Requirements Planning (MRP) process, up from 25%.
  • Reduced non-moving inventory value from ₹3 crore to ₹3 lakh and slow-moving inventory from ₹45 crore to ₹6 crore.
  • Developed comprehensive Plan for Every Part (PFEP) and streamlined online Goods Receipt Material (GRM) processes.
  • Led material handling projects, enhancing Just-In-Time (JIT) delivery through golden zone supply and tow truck systems.
  • Collaborated with global procurement on localization projects, optimizing logistics costs and saving approximately ₹6 crore annually.
  • Implemented Bill of Materials (BOM) optimization, achieving an annual material cost reduction of around ₹6 crore.

Process Engineer

Commscope Inc.
Goa
08.2018 - 01.2020
  • Spearheaded automation of soldering process, achieving 90% automation within one week post-commissioning.
  • Increased machine utilization to 85% through strategic process improvements.
  • Led setup and qualification of Surface-Mount Technology (SMT) lines, overseeing capital asset planning and layout design.
  • Directed engineers and process technicians to achieve production targets in a collaborative environment.
  • Implemented continuous flow systems and automated guided vehicles, boosting operational efficiency.
  • Delivered annual cost savings of $600K through flux source optimization.
  • Reduced fixture costs by $30K through targeted initiatives.

Senior Engineer - Operations

Subros Limited
Chennai
09.2016 - 07.2018
  • Increased HVAC assembly line productivity by 38% through effective line balancing and process enhancements.
  • Boosted Overall Equipment Efficiency of Bus AC units from 63% to 75% by applying SMED and 5S methodologies.
  • Established technical training center following ASDC guidelines, improving operational skill levels.
  • Maintained compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and IATF 16949:2016 standards for zero-defect quality assurance.

Senior Engineer - Production

MAHLE
Chennai
06.2011 - 08.2016
  • Implemented Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and Lean Manufacturing, reducing scrap rates from 14% to 6%.
  • Introduced Just-In-Time (JIT) systems via Kanban, optimizing material flow and cutting processing costs by 17%.
  • Automated alloy pouring with FANUC robots, increasing precision and throughput.
  • Achieved changeover time reduction from 66 minutes to 18 minutes through Single-Minute Exchange of Dies (SMED).
  • Developed skill enhancement programs, lowering man-related issues from 12% to 2%.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Anna University
Chennai
01.2011

Skills

  • Cost management and reduction
  • Project management
  • Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma
  • Process optimization
  • Inventory control and material planning
  • Continuous improvement and Kaizen
  • Data analysis and operational efficiency
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Team leadership and development
  • Effective communication skills
  • Employee motivation and engagement
  • Talent management and team building
  • Change implementation strategies
  • Multitasking abilities
  • Manufacturing execution systems (MES)
  • Total productive maintenance (TPM)
  • Just-in-time (JIT) production
  • Statistical process control (SPC)

Certification

  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
  • FANUC Robot Operation and Programming - Handling Tools

Awards

  • STAR Award - Best of CommScope 2018: Recognized for exceptional agility in the successful implementation of the Solder Automation Project

Languages

Tamil
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Telugu
Elementary (A2)
A2
Hindi
Elementary (A2)
A2

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Operations Excellence Executive

Whirlpool of India Ltd.
01.2023 - Current

Deputy Manager - Production & Inventory Controller

Whirlpool of India Ltd.
01.2020 - 12.2022

Process Engineer

Commscope Inc.
08.2018 - 01.2020

Senior Engineer - Operations

Subros Limited
09.2016 - 07.2018

Senior Engineer - Production

MAHLE
06.2011 - 08.2016

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Anna University

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