Deputy manager with a track record of driving business growth and enhancing operational efficiency. Demonstrates strong strategic thinking and leadership abilities that motivate teams to achieve organizational goals. Skilled communicator adept at fostering relationships with stakeholders and encouraging collaboration. Focused on continuous improvement and delivering impactful results through proactive initiatives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Manager
Royal Enfield
Chennai
08.2017 - Current
Deputy Manager in Paint Shop: Pre-treatment, Electro-deposition, Power Coating Production, Process Engineering.
Deep Expertise in Paint & coatings field with exposures in Paint Shop - Vehicle Production & Quality , Technical support for OEM Customers Paint Shop - Manufacturing Engineering, Paint Shop Process Engineering
Establishment & Handling of New projects/process in Paint lines & Cost arrival for the new products processing
Demonstrated excellence in planning, executing, managing, and spearheading engineering and technical activities.
Installation & commissioning of new plants & equipment
Capacity arrival for the Paint Plants based on the volume requirements & Co-coordinating capacity enhancement projects
Hands on experience in Paint testing tools & techniques
Process monitoring, optimization & continuous process improvement
Process flow diagram, PFMEA and QCPC process documentation
Handling of suppliers for the projects & in process requirements
Expertise in managing preventive & breakdown maintenance of various electrical & electronic equipment, Reducing downtime and enhancing operational effectiveness of equipment
Supplier end process co-ordination for special process surface treatment requirement like Heat Resistant powder coating, anodizing , plating , chromatizing
Collaborating with the design team to develop jigs and fixtures that improve production cycle times and ensure precise component handling during the painting process.
Adept at handling day-to-day activities in coordination with internal / external departments for smooth business operations
Proficiency in supporting and sustaining a positive work environment that fosters team performance with strong communication and relationship management skills
Expertise on Operations Budget Planning & forecasting of Fixed & Variable manufacturing cost.
Expertise on Handling of Plant Revex & Capex Budget activities
Expertise in Plant manufacturing cost control & reduction activities & Implementing cost-saving strategies & focus on continual improvement on manufacturing cost reduction
Expertise in paint shop safety handling and safety control methods.
Expertise in quality tools and techniques for problem-solving tools, TQM, and TPM methods.
Expertise in handling and implementing sustainability projects.
Handling of Hazarders reduction & control activities
Handling the Plant MIS reports & Improvement initiatives & Project co-ordination
Managed inventory control, reducing waste and ensuring optimal stock levels at all times.
Conducted performance reviews, identifying areas for development and rewarding high achievers. Optimized workforce scheduling, balancing team workload to prevent burnout and maintain morale.
Junior Engineer
Renault Nissan Automotive India Pvt. Ltd.
Chennai
09.2011 - 08.2017
Responsible for handling process functions related to PTED (Pre Treatment & Electro Deposition) & Top Coat Process Control
Accountable for achieving 100 % OEE (Overall Equipment Efficiency) with pre planning maintenance activities
Ensuring Bench Marking Quality through continual improvement in the process
Adhering safety & 5s Environment in the company & Identifying & implementing improvements to reduce the manufacturing cost and lean production
Performing analysis through PDCA Cycle and execute the DPU (Defect per Unit) reduction activities
Overseeing & performing various functions involving: Preparing IMS Documentations, OEE, Breakdown & Hourly Reports on monthly basis
Handling various green field activities
MOM (Minutes of Meeting) for improvement activities on monthly basis
Identifying & rectifying defects from the customer (Previous Zone) also making Defects (Our zone) and passing defects to the customer (Next Zone)
Planning & monitoring of engineering activities for continual improvement
Planning weekly maintenance activities and man power allocation
Involved with all the functions related to PCR (Paint control room)
Monitoring all zones to avoid break down to ensure achieve the hourly target
Controlling line parameters like oven temperatures, PMR parameters, top coat temperature and Humidity
Line installation and improvement activities for new model project
Handling of Effluent disposal and treatment processes
Handling of direct and indirect materials coverage
Effective and optimal man power handling
Continuously developed engineering knowledge and skills by observing colleagues, attending training and practice.
Implemented quality control procedures to maintain high standards of engineering work and deliverables.
Diploma Trainee
SL Lumax
Irungattukottai
12.2010 - 09.2011
Trainee in the Gear Box Assembly manufacturing
Responsible for handling process functions related to Sub assembly of gear box
Planning & execution of day to day production activities
Accountable for achieving 100 % OEE (Overall Equipment Efficiency) with pre planning maintenance activities
Adhering safety & 5s Environment in the company
Identifying & implementing best Kaizens to reduce the manufacturing cost and lean production
Overseeing & performing various functions involving: Preparing IMS Documentations, OEE, Breakdown & Hourly Reports on monthly basis
Planning weekly maintenance activities and man power allocation
Handling of rejection disposal and cost reductions
Education
DOTE -
Little Flower Polytechnic College
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
01.2011
HSLC -
Assisi Matriculation Hr.sec School
Ramapuram, Chennai
01.2007
Skills
Cost Control Projects Handling
Financial Forecasting
Negotiation techniques
Supply chain management
Leadership skills
General office administration
Contract management
Sustainability initiatives
Corporate governance
Production reporting
Facility management
Regulatory compliance
Department management
Administrative procedures
Performance monitoring
Quality control procedures
Organisational development
Strategic planning
Inventory management systems
Project Management
Physical resource management
Product development
Auto CAD design
SAP Module
PLM
MS Office (Power Point / Excel / Word)
Power BI
MOST
Accomplishments
Implemented employee fatigue level reduction automation for dead weight lifting implementation for fuel tanks in the PTCED process and pneumatic manipulator with zero gravity usage for mainframe offline inspections and Final PDI , this project helps team employees work fatigue-free
Implemented Major Capacity Improvement projects in PTCED & Powder Coating Lines which resulted in the plant productivity improvement by 18% & manufacturing cost reduction by 23%.
Eliminated the major field quality issues (surface blister) by implementing Poka-Yoke system in the PTCED jigs & fixture to avoid Ooze out & drip mark.
Established dual tone painting in the Robot Painting & online demasking process & achieved the new product ramp up & delivery on time which supported organization to delivery of required color to the market.
Implemented many layout improvement for the space optimization & in load the supplier processed parts to inhouse to reduce the manufacturing & buying cost.
Achieved many external & internal competition awards.
Achieved Trail Blazer award about 7 times in Royal Enfield for the best improvement projects.