Antony Bright Rose

Work History

Gates Corporation

11.2020 - Current

Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
Leveraged project management processes and new technology tools for enhanced project tracking, reporting and project execution.
Managed multiple strategic projects with numerous sub-projects or workstreams.
Collaborated with business leadership to set priorities based on business needs, resource capacity and risk exposure.
Engaged and worked alongside cross-functional stakeholders to manage strategic initiatives.
Addressed and resolved technical, financial, and operational concerns by working with team members and directors.
Worked with subject matter experts to develop and implement mentoring programs to promote better learner experiences.
Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
Developed comprehensive risk management plans to minimize project delays and budget overruns, safeguarding project outcomes.
Spearheaded process improvement initiatives that resulted in increased productivity and streamlined workflows across departments.

Nexteer India private limited

12.2017 - 11.2020

Managed Chennai location greenfield construction and facilities establishment
Co-ordinated 66 process machines preparation in china with all necessary pre-qualification approvals and successfully transferred the line to India
Co-ordinated with the customer and obtained approvals for starting production from the new plant
Lead the planning of the Manufacturing facilities and capacity planning
Drive team to build the appropriate manufacturing and assembly process incl Commissioning and Erection of Machines and Equipment
Create an environment of the center of excellence - Ensure optimal utilization of resources in the manufacture of Quality products under controlled costs
Design and drive Production Planning & Control Processes to deliver Sales aligned operations management plan
Conducting enterprise reviews to ensure the product launch quality and reliability
Working with multiple region peoples on new programs EPS Software and Mechanical design and development for smooth integration as per customer product maturity level requirements

Dana India private limited

10.2015 - 12.2017

Managed program implementation from quote to production using the DOS system
Ensured that deadline, quality standards, and client expectations were met
Coordinated teams from engineering, quality, design, and purchasing
Co-originated with OE customers like Daimler & Ashok Leyland to ensure a successful and timely product launch as per the AOP business plan
Responsible for developing and executing the project timeline and RFQ's as per customer requirement
Communicated directly with customers to align timing plans, risk information, and escalate critical issues to the management, acts as a primary customer interface for all program issues
Conducted cross-functional design reviews and PFMEA review to ensure the product launch quality and reliability
Leading Product Development Team for the project & conducting regular weekly review meetings, internal meetings & GATE review meetings - for follow-up of GATE deliverables closure on time as per Dana program management system

GKN Driveline Pvt Ltd

12.2011 - 10.2015

Leading cross-functional teams to develop and launch new products, to meet customer and business expectations on performance, quality, reliability, cost, and time-to-market
Working closely with Toyota & Ford customer and internal GKN Account teams to ensure a successful and timely product launch; manage projects and deliverables
Responsible for developing and executing the project timeline, meeting the needs of the customer and the company
Driving cross-functional teams to meet the program milestones by doing regular reviews & conducting special meetings to focus critical path tasks
Responsible for Risk assessment and Risk management
Lead the customer quality function by implementing the AIAG defined APQP process
Coordination with process owners and another cross-functional team for easy implementation of ECR/ECN and change managements
Working closely with Plant Production, Quality, and Engineering personnel to ensure that production schedules and PPAP processes are completed in accordance with customer expectation
Major Assignments/Programs handled in GKN
Ford - B515, B562, U375 & B299MCA
Handled and successfully launched a part of complex global programs
New LST line introduction in Ford programs (Localization project with 8 different variants)
Toyota -367A
Launched a complex program - high localized contents with short development lead time

ILJIN GLOBAL

10.2010 - 11.2011

Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and high-quality deliverables.
Reduced costs by negotiating contracts with vendors and suppliers while ensuring quality standards were met.
Built strong relationships with clients by maintaining open lines of communication throughout the duration of each engagement.
Monitored risks associated with each project, developing contingency plans to minimize potential impacts on outcomes.
Maintained detailed documentation throughout the project lifecycle to ensure transparency and accountability.
Presented regular status reports to senior management, providing updates on progress, challenges faced, and upcoming milestones.
Identified opportunities for improvement in existing processes and implemented changes to optimize productivity.
Hands-on experience in New machine installation (new technology) and Machine proving with the customer approval process
Preparation of Control plan, Process Flow and Process failure mode analysis (PFMEA)and Job standards documentation
Jigs & Fixture design and manufacturing using Catia /AutoCAD

Small Scall Industries

04.2003 - 12.2007

Developing new business components
Jigs and Fixture design and manufacturing
Planning and scheduling for components based on customer requirements
CNC machines initial setting and programming
Analyzing daily, weekly, and monthly production, inspection, and maintenance reports
Conducting production line model change
Improved production efficiency by designing and implementing CAM programs for CNC machines.
Performed detailed time studies on various machining operations, identifying bottlenecks and opportunities for improvement within the production process.