P. Kanagasabai
Chennai
Summary
Executive with 27 years of proven leadership in the Foundry Technology, Plastic Injection Moulding & Surface Treatment, Stamping , blending deep Operational /Sourcing expertise and strong business development acumen. Successfully scaled plant operations, drove good deals, optimized P&L and supply chains, and enhanced market presence across OEM and aftermarket sectors. Visionary Chief Executive Officer with a track record of enhancing productivity and efficiency in operations. Specialize in strategic planning, financial management, and team leadership. Excel at communication, problem-solving, and decision-making to navigate complex business environments and achieve goals. Committed to fostering collaboration and driving innovation to lead organizations toward sustained success.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Executive Officer
Techno Rings
Shivamogga
09.2022 - Current
- Develop and implement operational strategies, policies, and procedures.
- Manage budgets, resources, and projects effectively.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including employees, vendors, and customers.
- Monitor and analyze operational performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement.
- Implement and manage quality control processes, ensuring adherence to standards and specifications.
- Lead the development and implementation of new technologies and processes to improve operational efficiency.
- Manufacturer – Fabrication & Foundry ( Auto Line)
- OEM’s: TATA Motors, Daimler, Ashok Leyland, TAFE & CAT
- Tier1’s: ZF, Brakes India
- Export: Winkelmann -Germany/Poland, IWIS – USA
Head - Operations
JM Frictech Pvt Ltd
04.2014 - 08.2022
- Steered Program Management for OEM’s: Yanmar, Daimler India, Tafe, Mahindra, JCB.
- Instrumental in generating new business with existing customers as well as new potential customers.
- Conducting market research, as well as creating cost estimates and forecasts.
- Maintaining strategic sourcing relationships and developing strong partnerships.
- Conduct assessment of plant operational procedures to identify areas of inefficiency and initiate action plan.
- Driving purchasing decisions based on cost and scenario analysis, as well as market trends.
- Maintain a cost-effective production process by using only required amount of resources to achieve Production target.
- Develop and implement strategies to increase production output at minimal costs.
- Involves allocating and managing of resources in order to achieve optimal standards, performance and productivity.
- Participating in plant expansion, equipment planning and conversion.
- (Korean MNC) Manufacturer -Wet Brake & Hydraulic Systems
JGM - Operations
Steel Strip Wheels (SSWL)
04.2011 - 03.2014
- Steered Program Management for OEM’s: Hyundai, Ashok Leyland, Renault Nissan, Tafe.
- Spearheaded operations of stamping, rolling, and paint shop for passenger and commercial vehicle wheels, overseeing a workforce of 700+.
- Improved OEE by 20% through TPM and automation initiatives.
- Reduced paint defects by 30% by implementing root cause analysis (RCA) and in-line inspection systems.
- Achieved 15% cost savings through raw material yield optimization and scrap reduction.
- Led plant digitalization for shop floor monitoring and real-time quality tracking (Industry 4.0 implementation).
- Ensured 100% compliance with ISO/TS 16949, IATF, and environmental norms.
- Managed end-to-end operations of metal forming and paint shop for wheel rims and discs.
- Developed and executed preventive maintenance plans, reducing unscheduled downtime by 40%.
- Manufacturer -Steel & AL Wheels
AGM - Operations
SL Lumax
04.2009 - 03.2011
- Steered Program Management for OEM’s: Hyundai, Ford, KIA Motors.
- Production Management: Supervise and manage the daily operations of the plastic injection moulding production processes to meet production schedules and targets.
- Process Optimization: Monitor and optimize machine performance, including setting process parameters to achieve quality parts and minimum cycle times, while reducing scrap/wastage.
- Quality Control: Ensure strict adherence to quality standards and specifications for all molded lighting components (e.g., lenses, housings).
- Troubleshooting & Maintenance: Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, including machine breakdowns and mould problems.
- Team Leadership & Training: Lead, supervise, and mentor a team of operators and technicians.
- Inventory & Material Management: Control raw material (e.g., PC, PMMA, ABS, Nylon) and consumable inventory to ensure optimal resource utilization and prevent production delays.
- Safety & Compliance: Enforce health, safety, and environmental regulations on the shop floor.
- Reporting & Documentation: Analyze production data, prepare daily production reports, and maintain accurate documentation of process parameters, downtime, and maintenance activities.
- Continuous Improvement: Drive and implement continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing) to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall productivity.
- (Korean MNC) Manufacturer – Lightings, Chassis Parts & Rear-View Mirrors/Chassis parts
GM - Operations
Fiem Industries LTD
04.2004 - 03.2009
- Responsible for Green Field Project Manufacturing Rear View Mirror with Japanese MNC.
- Steered Program Management for OEM’s: Hyundai, Tafe, Honda Scooters, Tvs Motors, Yamaha.
- Lead end-to-end manufacturing and operations for automotive lighting products including LED headlamps, tail lamps, fog lamps, and indicators.
- Managed 200 + team members across production, engineering, supply chain, and QA functions.
- Drove localization of key lighting components, achieving cost reduction of 18% in 3 years.
- Oversaw 3 major NPI projects for OEM clients, meeting launch timelines and quality targets.
- Implemented lean manufacturing and Six Sigma techniques to improve process capability and reduce rework.
- Upgraded lighting plant to Industry 4.0 standards with smart assembly and quality tracking systems.
- Managed greenfield expansion project for a new Rear View Mirror production line with a capacity of 1 million units/year.
- Manufacturer – Lightings, Chassis Parts & Rear-View Mirrors
Sr. Executive
Lumax Samlip Industries
03.1999 - 03.2004
- Managed production and maintenance of headlamp and tail lamp units for 2W and 3W segments.
- Led quality initiatives to achieve TS 16949 certification for the plant.
- Developed supplier quality audits and incoming inspection procedures for plastic lenses and reflectors.
- Directed operations for automotive lighting products supplied to OEMs such as Maruti, Mahindra, and Tata Motors.
- Introduced in-house SMT line for LED PCB assembly, reducing vendor dependency and improving turnaround.
- Improved OEE by 22% and reduced warranty returns by 35% through process control and in-line testing automation.
- Oversaw day-to-day production of Automotive lightings & Chassis Parts.
- Introduced visual management systems and 5S practices across all sections.
- Participated in new model development for OEM clients – coordinated with R&D and tool room teams.
- (Korean MNC) Manufacturer - Chassis Parts & Lighting System
Education
Master of Labour Management -
01.2009
M.BA - International Business
01.2006
B.E - Mechanical Engineering
01.1993
Skills
- Injection moulding technology
- Robotic automation
- Stamping and surface treatment
- Team leadership
- CNC machining
- Regulatory compliance
- Conflict resolution
- Administrative leadership
- Market analysis
- Supply chain management
Other Contributions
- Handled a couple of Green field Projects including factory site/location selection and completion of factory, office building by coordinating with Civil Contractor, Architect etc.
- Obtained approvals from Government Statutory involving pollution control, inspector of factories, electric power, tax approvals to initiate manufacturing and commercial selling activities
- Implemented HANA S4 (SAP) for manufacturing, invoicing, accounting modules
- Developed SOP to ensure adherence to 5S, 3C (Correct, Component/Part, Location, Qty)
- Implemented Kanban between RM stores and shop floor, visual management system (Andons), FIFO
- Obtained stock accuracy within +/- 2% of total Inventory value.
- Involved in design of experiments and 6 sigma projects reducing the assembly rejections from 5% to 1%
- Played a key role in TPM implementation, reduced machine down time and improved OEE to 80%
Personal Information
Date of birth: 27/06/1971
Marital status: Married
kannada
- English
- Tamil
- Hindi
- Japanese
- Telugu
- Kannada
Accreditations Certifications
- Indian Institute of Foundry Man
- Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME)
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
- Certified Production & Inventory Management (CPIM)
- Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE)
- Industrial Relations, Union Management & Labour Laws Specialist Certificate
Core Competency
- Strategic Vision & Growth Leadership
- Full-cycle Foundry Operations
- P&L Ownership & Cost Optimization
- Market Expansion & New Business Development
- Manufacturing Excellence & Lean Principles
- Quality Assurance & Defect Reduction
- Team Leadership, Safety, and Compliance
- Customer Relationship & Stakeholder Engagement
Timeline
Chief Executive Officer
Techno Rings
09.2022 - Current
Head - Operations
JM Frictech Pvt Ltd
04.2014 - 08.2022
JGM - Operations
Steel Strip Wheels (SSWL)
04.2011 - 03.2014
AGM - Operations
SL Lumax
04.2009 - 03.2011
GM - Operations
Fiem Industries LTD
04.2004 - 03.2009
Sr. Executive
Lumax Samlip Industries
03.1999 - 03.2004