MUNUSWAMY UPPARI

Highly skilled Senior Engineer with over 16 years of experience in battery manufacturing and maintenance engineering. Specialized in AAA & AA dry battery production, wet battery processes, and vacuum pump manufacturing. Proven ability to lead production, optimize processes, implement lean methodologies, and manage maintenance activities. Demonstrated success in new project installations, OEE improvement, and defect reduction initiatives.

• Lead day-to-day operations of the manufacturing facility including production, quality, maintenance, and logistics.
• Plan and execute production schedules to meet sales and inventory targets.
• Manage maintenance of sealing, finishing lines, maintain maintenance logs, machine history, & breakdown reports.
• Optimize manufacturing processes to improve quality & productivity and reduce costs.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to output, efficiency, downtime, and quality.
• Ensure adherence to safety, health, and environmental policies and regulations.
• Manage and mentor a team of supervisors, operators, and support staff.
• Coordinate with procurement, stores and supply chain teams to ensure timely availability of raw materials.
• Implement lean manufacturing practices and continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma).
• Maintain production records and generate regular operational reports for senior management.
• Ensure compliance with ISO or other relevant manufacturing standards (if applicable).
• Developing and implementing efficient workflow processes, prioritizing tasks.
• Overseeing the allocation and utilization of resources, including manpower, equipment, and materials.
• Quality Control: Implementing and enforcing quality control measures to ensure work meets the highest standards.
• Managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and coordinating with vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Identify cost-saving measures, and ensure efficient resource allocation.
• Technical Knowledge: Possessing a strong understanding of the overhauls, operations, equipment, and processes.
• Problem-Solving: Addressing and resolving any technical issues or challenges that arise.
• Staying Updated: Keeping abreast of industry trends and advancements.
• Team Handling, excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Appliance repairs, strong analytical skills for data interpretation and problem solving.
• Schedule & execute preventive maintenance (PM) and predictive maintenance (PdM) plans.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities
• Detail-oriented and quality-focused
• Adaptable to dynamic production environments