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Prasad KP

Prasad KP

Program Manager
Bengaluru,KA

Summary

Diligent Program Manager with strong background in program management. Successfully led cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects on time and within scope. Demonstrated leadership and strategic planning skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Program Manager

IPEC India Pvt. Ltd.
12.2022 - Current

Company Overview: India's Leading EV Charger Manufacturing Company

  • Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.
  • 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.
  • Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
  • Developed and maintained logistics workflows, procedures and reports.
  • Built teams to address project goals and objectives for multiple projects.
  • Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential barriers to project success.
  • Addressed and resolved technical, financial, and operational concerns by working with team members and directors.
  • Participated in pilot tests and revised programs based on feedback and results.
  • Leveraged technology tools for enhanced project tracking, reporting, and information sharing among team members.
  • Spearheaded innovative problem-solving techniques that addressed challenges head-on, resulting in effective resolution measures.
  • Streamlined communication channels to facilitate efficient collaboration among team members and stakeholders.
  • Identified program obstacles and communicated possible impacts to team.
  • Increased customer satisfaction through effective communication of program goals and expectations.
  • Utilized data-driven decision-making approaches to inform strategy development and optimize outcomes.
  • Led change management efforts, supporting staff through transitions and promoting buy-in for new initiatives.
  • Participated in vendor selection and management process for program initiatives.
  • Delivered high-quality results by setting performance metrics and monitoring progress against targets.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms that supported budgetary constraints.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by closely monitoring adherence to industry standards and guidelines throughout the program lifecycle.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
  • Develop a detailed project plan and schedule that outlines the tasks, timelines, and resources required to achieve the program's objectives
  • Leading the process audit and working to close the non-conformance
  • Major Clients Managed: Bajaj, Ather, OLA, TVS, Hero, L&T, Simple Energy, Tork Motors, Ultraviolette, Chargezone,..

Production Manager

IPEC India Pvt. Ltd.
02.2018 - 11.2022
  • Effectively lead, coach, and develops a large work team to accomplish operational objectives
  • Identification and Implementation of CFT projects for OEE Improvement & ensuring Zero Assembly Line Stopper
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Created project timeline and communication plans for clients for the new manufacturing line setup and outreach efforts
  • Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
  • Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
  • Conducted root cause analysis on production issues, devising corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
  • Reduced waste and material costs by optimizing resource allocation and inventory management.
  • Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees, and worked with human resources to meet changing production schedules.
  • Promoted JIT practices in order to have a RM arrive as needed in order to keep waste low
  • Enhanced production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing lean manufacturing techniques.
  • Managing leaves of the employees and maintaining the resource availability for the project
  • Planning capacity rampup and tracking to ensure on time delivery
  • Performing safety, quality, cost & inventory management within operating budget constraints
  • Introduced automation and technological advancements to the production floor, leading to increased efficiency and reduced labor costs.
  • Leading teams of 200+, comprising of 4 Assistant Managers, 12 Senior Engineer and 180+ Line Associates
  • Implemented preventive maintenance programs for equipment, extending their lifespan and minimizing downtime due to malfunctions.
  • Collaborated with R&D to integrate new technologies into production processes, enhancing product features.
  • Led effort to achieve industry certifications, boosting company credibility and opening new market opportunities.
  • Negotiated with suppliers for better raw material prices, achieving considerable cost reductions.
  • Implemented safety protocols that drastically reduced workplace accidents and ensured compliance with regulations.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and implementing targeted developmental plans.
  • Led cross-functional teams to develop new product lines, resulting in diversified product portfolio.
  • Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
  • Collaborated with technical and administrative teams to develop and implement successful corrective plans.
  • Researched latest industry trends and technologies, boosting knowledge and understanding of industrial production.

Senior Production Engineer

Saravana Centri CAST
07.2014 - 12.2017
  • Administering complete set-up of manufacturing unit
  • Analyzing customer's business and identifying customization process
  • Maintaining quality standards for incoming material, Work-in-Progress and Finished Goods
  • SPOC from company for organizing and coordinating QMS System Audit and achieved zero non compliance for 4 consecutive years
  • Cost finalization of new product development and sharing costing data with senior leadership for budget allocation for the financial year
  • Vast experience in casting and machining
  • Reduced defects by freezing dedicated dies and process by 7%
  • Planning production, material requirements, capacity and order scheduling
  • Conducted regular audits on production floor practices ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
  • Designed and incorporated process design improvements.
  • Partnered with supply chain management to optimize inventory levels, reducing carrying costs without sacrificing operational readiness.
  • Created engineering documentation for manufacturing processes, equipment specifications and change notices.
  • Mentored junior engineers and provided technical guidance for their career development and growth.
  • Led a cross-functional team to identify bottlenecks in the production line, improving overall throughput.
  • Collaborated with sales teams on customer feedback analysis translating insights into product design improvements.
  • Documented current production procedures and created standards to boost efficiency within department.
  • Coordinated with quality control teams to establish inspection criteria, guaranteeing consistent adherence to product specifications.
  • Provided engineering support during equipment installation and commissioning phases of new projects, ensuring seamless integration into current processes.
  • Conducted root cause analysis on equipment failures, leading to increased reliability and reduced downtime.
  • Maximized productivity by 25% by developing and implementing innovative production processes for new and existing products.
  • Conducted trials to determine equipment and machine performance capabilities.
  • Identified appropriate methodology to shorten cycle time and achieve target margins.
  • Designed dimensional tests of finished product to check for quality.
  • Mitigated supplier risk through investigation and sourcing of qualified suppliers and on-site evaluations of processes and capacities.

Project Trainee

Bosch Limited
09.2013 - 04.2014
  • Completed projects and work assignments within strict time constraints.
  • Mentored junior team members, fostering growth in their technical skills and overall professional development.
  • Managed client communication distribution during ongoing projects.
  • Collaborated effectively with both internal stakeholders and external partners to align objectives for mutual success in achieving project goals.
  • Played an integral role in the presentation of project results to stakeholders, showcasing deliverables and overall success.
  • Utilized data-driven insights to inform decision-making processes, resulting in more effective project strategies.
  • Awarded best project in the industry and also college

Internship Trainee

Automotive Axles
08.2012 - 08.2012
  • Learned new materials, processes, and programs quickly.
  • Attended training courses to build understanding of processes, techniques, and industry.
  • Participated in on-the-job training, working closely with supervisors and coworkers and asking appropriate questions.
  • Supported departmental tasks to increase understanding of industry processes.

Education

MBA - Operations Management

PES University
Bengaluru, India
04.2001 -

B.E. in Industrial & Production Engineering - Industrial Engineering

Malnad College of Engineering
Hassan, Bengaluru
04.2001 - 01.2014

Skills

Project management

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Certification

Analytics with Excel

Accomplishments

  • Line setup - Green Field Project:
  • Establishment of entire line in span of 2 months for the capacity of 2000 Chargers per day, in IPEC India Pvt Ltd.

  • Localization Of EV Charger Module from China:
  • Localizing the production of chargers from China typically involves adapting the product design, manufacturing processes, and supply chain to better align with the specific requirements, resources, and IEC & AIS Standards.

  • IATF 16949:2016 Certification(NPD Lead):
  • NPD lead for complete documentation process.

  • Manufacturing Plant Relocation plan:
  • Plant relocation with 0% Production loss & Manpower loss.

  • SAP & Project Management Software Implementation:
  • Project lead in Manual process to SAP implementation transition and success. Zoho Project Management software lead for implementation and admin activities.

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 06/06/91

Software

Zoho

Jira

MS Projects

SAP

Python

Autocad

MS Office

Timeline

Program Manager

IPEC India Pvt. Ltd.
12.2022 - Current

Production Manager

IPEC India Pvt. Ltd.
02.2018 - 11.2022

Senior Production Engineer

Saravana Centri CAST
07.2014 - 12.2017

Project Trainee

Bosch Limited
09.2013 - 04.2014

Internship Trainee

Automotive Axles
08.2012 - 08.2012

MBA - Operations Management

PES University
04.2001 -

B.E. in Industrial & Production Engineering - Industrial Engineering

Malnad College of Engineering
04.2001 - 01.2014
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