Rahul Kumar
Faridabad
Summary
Results-driven Assistant Manager – New Product Introduction (NPI) with 14 years in manufacturing engineering and advanced manufacturing. Delivered over 250 NPI projects and evaluated 200+ RFQs monthly while developing tooling solutions and leading cross-functional teams. Skilled in CNC turning, VMC, 5-axis machining, VTL, and metal additive manufacturing, focusing on precision components for automotive, aerospace, medical device, and semiconductor sectors.
Overview
2
2
Languages
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant manager
Victora Auto Pvt Ltd
Faridabad
09.2019 - Current
- Lead complete New Product Introduction (NPI) activities from customer RFQ to production readiness.
- Review engineering drawings, 3D models, and customer specifications to define the optimum manufacturing strategy.
- Prepare manufacturing feasibility reports, machining process plans, and cost estimates for precision machined components.
- Manage Tool Room machining activities including CNC Turning, VMC, 5-Axis Machining, VTL, and Metal Additive Manufacturing support.
- Develop and validate machining fixtures, inspection gauges, and production tooling.
- Coordinate prototype manufacturing, machining trials, customer sample submissions, and engineering validation activities.
- Support installation, qualification, and industrialization of new manufacturing equipment.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of NPI projects.
- Lead engineering teams of 20–25 members to achieve project milestones.
- Drive productivity improvements through optimized machining strategies and engineering solutions.
Engineer
Sunstar Precision Forg. Limited
06.2017 - 09.2019
- Developed CNC Turning and VMC machining processes for precision forged components.
- Optimized machining methods to improve productivity, quality, and cycle time.
- Planned and monitored daily production activities to achieve customer delivery targets.
- Supported new product trials, process validation, and tooling improvements.
- Analyzed machining issues and implemented corrective actions to improve process stability.
- Coordinated with Quality, Production, and Maintenance teams to ensure smooth manufacturing operations.
- Implemented 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives on the shop floor
Shift Engineer
Quality Needles Private Limited
05.2015 - 06.2017
- Programmed and set up CNC Turning and VMC machines for high-precision medical components.
- Developed machining processes to achieve tight dimensional tolerances and superior surface finish.
- Optimized cutting parameters and tooling to improve machining efficiency and reduce cycle time.
- Supported production planning, process troubleshooting, and operator guidance during shift operations.
- Conducted machine trials and process validation for newly developed components.
- Ensured compliance with quality standards and process documentation.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to achieve production and quality objectives.
Programmer
River Engineering Private Limited
Greater Noida
06.2013 - 04.2015
- CNC Turning Machine Setting & Programming.
- Oversaw all activities in the CNC section.
- Responsible for production target with quality product.
- Identified potential problems and provided alternative solutions.
- Achieved production targets with quality products.
- Identify potential problem record finding and provide alternate.
- Implemented 5S methodology on CNC line to enhance organization and maintain operational discipline.
- Training provided for operator.
- Implementing new technique such as 5’s, KAIZEN, POKA -YOKE.
- Analysis of nonconformity parts and taking corrective & preventive action.
- RIVER ENGINEERING PRIVATE LIMITED is engaged in designing manufacturing and supplying of top-of-the-line products in the technology arena of electrical, magnetic and electro-mechanical for mainline Railways, metro Rail, Aerospace and Defense applications.
Supervisor
Gripwell Fastners Pvt. Ltd.
Noida
10.2011 - 05.2013
- Set up CNC machines to ensure optimal operation and product quality.
- Programmed CNC machines to execute precise manufacturing tasks.
- Implemented Implemented 5S methodology to organize workspaces. and Kaizen practices.
- Identified Poka-Yoke opportunities and implemented Kaizen practices.
- Unipart group is major supplier for precision machined (PMP) and hydraulic cylinder solution to the mobile equipment market and in particular to the construction market.
Skills
- New Product Introduction (NPI)
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Manufacturing Feasibility
- Process Planning
- RFQ Evaluation
- Cost Estimation
- Fixture Development
- GD&T Interpretation
- Siemens NX
- SAP
- Advanced MS Excel
- Root Cause Analysis
- Continuous Improvement
- Team Leadership
Languages
Hindi
First Language
English
Intermediate
B1
Timeline
Assistant manager
Victora Auto Pvt Ltd
09.2019 - Current
Engineer
Sunstar Precision Forg. Limited
06.2017 - 09.2019
Shift Engineer
Quality Needles Private Limited
05.2015 - 06.2017
Programmer
River Engineering Private Limited
06.2013 - 04.2015
Supervisor
Gripwell Fastners Pvt. Ltd.
10.2011 - 05.2013