RAMESH S
Coimbatore
Summary
Mechanical Engineering professional with over 5 years of experience in Manufacturing, Design Engineering, Quality Assurance, Production Management, and Project Coordination across automotive and engineering industries. Proven expertise in collaborating with cross-functional teams including Sales, Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Procurement, Finance, and Customers to ensure successful project execution and customer satisfaction.
Experienced in managing end-to-end project activities from requirement analysis, design review, production planning, quality compliance, vendor coordination, and process improvement initiatives. Strong capability in translating customer requirements into actionable engineering and manufacturing deliverables while ensuring adherence to quality, cost, and delivery targets.
Demonstrated success in driving operational excellence through process optimization, cost reduction initiatives, quality improvement programs, and effective stakeholder engagement. Adept at coordinating internal teams and external customers to ensure timely resolution of technical and commercial issues in fast-paced automotive environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Technician
West Pharmaceuticals / Tech Group
Phoenix, Arizona
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Supported manufacturing operations and quality compliance activities.
- Coordinated with production, quality, and maintenance teams to achieve operational targets.
- Participated in process improvement and equipment reliability initiatives.
- Ensured adherence to quality and safety standards.
Quality Assurance Trainee
Brakes India Limited
12.2004 - 12.2005
- Coordinated with production, quality, and engineering teams to ensure product conformity.
- Performed dimensional inspection and quality verification using precision measuring instruments and profile projectors.
- Assisted in resolving quality issues and implementing corrective actions.
- Supported customer quality requirements and compliance activities.
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives for enhancing product quality and process capability.
- Leading manufacturer of braking systems for major automotive OEMs including Ashok Leyland, Mahindra & Mahindra, Tata Motors, and Maruti Suzuki.
Production In-Charge
India Nippon Electricals Ltd (TVS Group)
Puducherry
10.2000 - 02.2002
- Coordinated daily production activities involving manufacturing, planning, quality, stores, and supplier teams.
- Managed manpower deployment and production scheduling to meet delivery commitments.
- Worked closely with procurement and suppliers to ensure material availability.
- Collaborated with quality teams to improve process capability and product quality.
- Supported management in achieving production, cost, and productivity objectives.
- Manufacturer of Flywheel Magnetos supplied to TVS Motors, Bajaj Auto, Honda SIEL Power Products, and Yamaha.
- Implemented Poka-Yoke systems to eliminate assembly omissions.
- Introduced visual quality management systems and operator awareness programs.
- Improved productivity through machine alert systems and layout optimization.
- Reduced process delays and improved line efficiency through workflow enhancements.
Design Assistant
Shanthi Gears Limited
Coimbatore
10.1993 - 04.1995
- Coordinated with customers, design engineers, manufacturing teams, and suppliers for product development activities.
- Supported design and drafting of standard and customized gearboxes as per customer requirements and IS standards.
- Participated in engineering reviews, design modifications, and production support activities.
- Assisted in material optimization and cost reduction initiatives.
- Manufacturer of industrial gears and gearboxes for textile, paper, and heavy engineering industries.
- Contributed to development of Shaft Mounted Speed Reducer for Fenner India.
- Implemented pattern design modifications resulting in reduced casting material wastage.
- Supported successful execution of customized customer projects.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Bharathiar University
Master of Technology - Advanced manufacturing
Sastra university
Skills
- AutoCAD Level I & II
- Pro/ENGINEER (Pro-E Wildfire)
- DEFORM 2D & 3D
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- PowerPoint
Timeline
Technician
West Pharmaceuticals / Tech Group
01.2016 - 01.2017
Quality Assurance Trainee
Brakes India Limited
12.2004 - 12.2005
Production In-Charge
India Nippon Electricals Ltd (TVS Group)
10.2000 - 02.2002
Design Assistant
Shanthi Gears Limited
10.1993 - 04.1995
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Bharathiar University
Master of Technology - Advanced manufacturing
Sastra university