RAJESH KV
3 Decades Expertise in Business Excellence Operations // Project Management // Corporate Trainer // Lead IMS Auditor // LSS BB/GB
Chennai
Summary
Experienced Leader over 29 years of experience in Manufacturing. Strong background in the key areas of Operations, Business Excellence, Quality, Customer Quality, Quality Systems, GF Projects. Team Lead on VA / VE / VD Lean Management Principles & Toyota Production Systems
Enhanced Process Knowledge like Machining, Casting,Laser Cutting,Bending,Welding ,Assembly, Anodizing & Surface Treatment.
Managing complex projects, achieving strategic objectives, excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals.
Innovative technology professional skilled and aligning technical solutions with business objectives. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
10
10
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Associate Director – Business Excellence Operations
Violin Technologies
04.2024 - 04.2025
- Overall Head for Business Excellence, Operations, P&L, Sales, Customer Interface, New Projects & Training for Metal Division.
- Lead & Mentor for New Plant Layout & Lean product lines.
- Development projects, Improvement & Cost savings - Suppliers.
- Corporate Trainer for all Units.
- Process Familiar with Machining, Stamping, Laser Cutting / Bending & Welding
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
- Supplier Development and Cost savings.
- Project to Production Transformation process.
- Cultural transformation through Weekly training.
- Sales Growth of by 100% in short span of 4 months.
- Consistent Strategy deployment on Business Goals and Vision.
- Oversaw annual budget planning processes, ensuring financial goals were met while maintaining optimal resource allocation across departments.
- Managed cross-functional teams for multiple large-scale projects, successfully completing each on time and within budget constraints.
- Trained and developed department leaders and management staff for specific projects and ongoing operational needs.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff to share innovative ideas and providing resources for professional development.
- Assisted senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations.
- Reviewed proposed regulatory changes and evaluated potential impacts on business operations.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Improved overall team efficiency by streamlining project management processes and implementing new collaboration tools.
- Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
Senior General Manager - BUSINESS EXCELLENCE
NIRMITI GROUP
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Overall Corporate Head for Business Excellence, Quality Systems, Customer Interface, New Projects, Training & Supplier Audits.
- Key Account Head for DAIMLER, PSA STELLANTIS, Jost & Renault.
- Business Head for Laser Cut & Bending Business.
- Corporate Faculty for Training.
- Lead 17 Projects as overall saving of 9 crores 2023-24.
- Initiate Yellow Belt projects for Associates level.
- Completed 3 projects in Sanand & Ahmadabad on Lean Management driven by FORD.
- Optimized supply chain operations by identifying inefficiencies in existing processes, implementing corrective measures to streamline workflows.
- Evaluated market trends and competitor activities for informed decision-making on pricing strategies, product development opportunities, and overall business direction.
- Built strong relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally to foster collaboration on mutually beneficial initiatives.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing strategic management practices and fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Spearheaded change management efforts during organizational restructuring, minimizing disruption to operations while successfully integrating new processes and systems into daily workflows.
Business Excellence Head Consultant
TVS Electronics
07.2021 - 05.2023
- Corporate Operational / Business Excellence Head across all process including Manufacturing, Customer Service, Sales, Human Capital, Field Issues, suppliers & Quality.
- Corporate Trainer.
- Project Quality Lead for all New projects.
- Lean / VSM upgrade for Print Head Manufacturing.
- SS Projects and saved 50% when compare to previous year approximately 1.2 Crores.
- Global Supplier issues solved and break through of cost saving and benefits across the world.
- Aligning all bank software /hardware issues and cost savings of about 0.7 crores in 3 months.
- Redefining / Lean Concepts introduced in mfg plants and capacity increased by 17% which quantify as 12 crores / Annum.
- Product Application training given to call centre / service technicians for better and prompt service which leads to the growth of 4.8 Crores / Annum.
- Mentored junior consultants, cultivating a supportive environment that encouraged professional development and growth.
- Drove revenue growth within the consultancy practice through targeted business development activities geared towards new markets penetration as well as existing account expansion.
- Optimized data analysis techniques to inform decision-making processes for both internal team members and external stakeholders alike.
- Facilitated knowledge sharing sessions among peers within the organization; contributing insights into best practices gleaned from extensive industry exposure over time.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
- Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
Head - Operations / Quality
Thermoforge Industries Private Limited
06.2020 - 07.2021
- Operations Head for all process.
- SCM Lead for Child parts.
- Single Window for customer contacts.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
DGM Corporate Quality / Business Operational Excellence
RAMS Engineering Industries (P) Ltd
09.2014 - 06.2020
- Independent Corp Head for Operations/Quality for all Sites.
- Operation Head for all manufacturing Sites and turn around to 100 crores in 3 year.
- Project Lead for Green field Project through VSD / VSM / VSL.
- Core Project Team Leader for New plant setup of Forge Shop, Machine shop.
- Core Project Leader for Bosch Production System & Lean Management.
- ZED Project Leader and successfully rendered “ Silver “ Award.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Profitability Productivity Improvements >> Sales / Profit Growth.
- Responsible for Business Excellence Implementation.
- Business Leader for export business.
- Responsible for CQI 9 Integration.
Leader - Six Sigma Quality
Zf WABCO
06.2013 - 09.2014
- Independent Head for Quality Management Systems for all Indian Sites.
- Project Quality Head for Thailand site combining all Indian suppliers.
- Responsibility for Implementing Global Quality requirements.
- Responsible for Product, Teardown & Layered Audits.
- Responsible for VDA 6.3 Process Audit Implementation.
- Responsibility for QR6S implementation.
- Responsible for WIN 2.0 implementation across Sites.
- Drive 6 Sigma Projects across all site.
- Responsibility for Business Planning Excellence.
- Responsibility for Quality AOP & X Matrix.
- Core Team member for 0KM & Warranty Analysis
- Trained employees on Product Application & Service and assigned duties.
- Managed budgets and resources, ensuring optimal allocation towards achieving organizational objectives.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Responsible for Global Reporting on Quality.
- Core Team member for CSL1 & CSL2 on suppliers.
Sr.Manager - Quality / Mfg / TPM Facilitator
MAHLE Engine Components Ltd.
09.2009 - 06.2013
- Independent Head for QMS & EMS across all the indian sites.
- Independent Responsibility for Customer Quality System requirements.
- Independent Head for Toyota Production System implementation.
- Reporting Global MAHLE, CHINA.
- Independent Head for FORD MMOG / Q1 MSA Implementation.
- Core Head for all supplier audits focusing, SQ Mark, 100 PPM Audit & TPS.
- Core Team Leader in Total Process Management (TPRM).
- Attended Global Quality Workshop and gets appreciation for Innovative Thinking.
- TPM Coordinator as per guidance by JMAC INC.
- Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
- Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
- Mentored junior staff members for skill development and career progression within the organization.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning through regular workshops, seminars, and training sessions for staff.
- Championed process improvement initiatives that led to significant cost savings without compromising on quality standards.
- Improved team productivity by implementing agile methodologies, reducing project completion times and enhancing collaboration.
Head - Mfg Quality
DELPHI TVS LTD
04.2007 - 10.2007
- Overall quality head for pump machining process.
- Quality Responsible for new product development pertain to pump.
- Responsible for Layer Process Audit implementation.
- Responsible for One Point Lesson / Why Quality concepts.
- Responsible for customer quality pertain to Hyundai.
- Responsible new plant QA installation in UTK.
- Responsible for Quality Signoff for new machines.
- Core Team member for Supplier Corrective Actions Group.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Senior Engineer – Quality & Manufacturing
SUPER AUTO FORGE LTD
02.1998 - 03.2006
- Overall responsible for Final Inspection Activities.
- Direct Responsible for Product Audit & Layout Inspection.
- Lead Facilitator for Internal Complaint Analysis.
- Responsible for Monthly Quality Meeting.
- Responsible for shop floor training.
- Responsible for SOP, Pictorial Work Instructions implementation in shop floor.
- Customer representative for Bosch & TRW.
- Implemented 6 Sigma Pre-Control charts in Shop floor.
- Significant contribution on new supplier developments to Global Standards.
- Determined equipment failure root cause and implemented solutions.
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining engineering processes and implementing innovative solutions.
- Implemented cutting-edge technological solutions to solve complex engineering challenges.
- Evaluated project outcomes against objectives, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Reduced system downtime significantly, implementing robust monitoring protocols and quick-response strategies.
- Led engineering teams to successfully complete projects on time and within budget.
- Implemented automated systems to improve accuracy and efficiency of engineering processes.
Education
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
HIET
Post Graduate - Quality Management
SQUAM
No Degree - SIX SIGMA BLACK BELT
WABCO GLOBAL
BRUSSELS 04.2001 -
Skills
Operations
Customers Known
FORD, KIA, Hyundai, TML, Toyota, Maruti, Daimler, Volvo, Ashok Leyland, Robert Bosch, TRW, Cummins, Mando, Caterpillar, Sona
Significant Accomplishments
- Achieved 0 PPM at customer end consecutively for 3 years.
- Reduced Internal Rej % from 13.0 to 4.0 %.
- Best Technical Staff for 2006.
- Best Kaizen Award for 2006.
- Thesis research done on Anodizing process.
- Successfully completed Ford Heat Treatment Audit (CQI 9) & Q1 MSA.
- Implemented 5 5 5 Approach for solving Internal / external Complaints.
- Attended International Quality Meeting organized in China on APQP, New Quality Technique, Audit Improvements.
- Implementation of Fast Response Tracking System in shop floor for analysis.
- Implementation of HSE Management.
- Best Technical Staff Award for the year 2010.
- Best Kaizen Award for 2009.
- Best performer Award on Six Sigma Projects for the year 2009.
- Received appreciation from TPM Guru Mr. Yamaguchi San for Best Kaizen.
- Successfully completed VDA 6.3 Live Audit and certified by Global WABCO in the first batch itself.
- Successfully completed all Business Management courses from Harvard University within a year.
- Successfully completed the HINO part approval & QMS certification @ Thailand site with the time span of 6 Months.
- Successfully transformation carried for Business Management Systems from WABCO India to Global WABCO.
- Productivity and Sales improve by 17% for Japan Projects on Lean VSM.
- Participated and presented Industrial Quality Techniques @ JUSE, Japan.
Passport Details
N8777753
Personal Information
- Father's Name: K.Venkataraghavan
- Date of Birth: 11/04/75
- Gender: Male
- Marital Status: Married
- Place of Birth: Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Disclaimer
I hereby affirm that all the details mentioned above are true to the best of my knowledge.
Accomplishments
Lead 17 CI Projects as overall saving of 9 crores 2023-24.
Initiate Yellow Belt projects for Associates level
TPS Implementation & Appreciation by Toyota MD for Ethios project
Redefining / Lean Concepts introduced in mfg plants and capacity increased by 17% which quantify as 12 crores / Annum
Global supplier issues solved and break through of cost saving and benefits across the world
Bosch Lean Project Leader for Green Field Projects
Ford Q1 / MMOG Implementation
CQI9 Integration
Lead Global Innovation Meet @ China
TPM Co-ordinator India JMAC JAPAN
Global Customer Systems Implementation
Certification
• Certified Lead Auditor for Integrated Management System by IRCA, UK
Timeline
Certified for LEAN CHAMPION
04-2025
Associate Director – Business Excellence Operations
Violin Technologies
04.2024 - 04.2025
Senior General Manager - BUSINESS EXCELLENCE
NIRMITI GROUP
09.2023 - 04.2024
Business Excellence Head Consultant
TVS Electronics
07.2021 - 05.2023
Head - Operations / Quality
Thermoforge Industries Private Limited
06.2020 - 07.2021
• Certified Lead Auditor for Integrated Management System by IRCA, UK
07-2018
DGM Corporate Quality / Business Operational Excellence
RAMS Engineering Industries (P) Ltd
09.2014 - 06.2020
Leader - Six Sigma Quality
Zf WABCO
06.2013 - 09.2014
• Certified 6 Sigma Green / Black Belt Holder
06-2013
Sr.Manager - Quality / Mfg / TPM Facilitator
MAHLE Engine Components Ltd.
09.2009 - 06.2013
Head - Mfg Quality
DELPHI TVS LTD
04.2007 - 10.2007
No Degree - SIX SIGMA BLACK BELT
WABCO GLOBAL
04.2001 -
Senior Engineer – Quality & Manufacturing
SUPER AUTO FORGE LTD
02.1998 - 03.2006
Post Graduate - Quality Management
SQUAM
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
HIET
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