Senthil Kumar R
Technical Project Manager
Chennai,TN
Summary
Dynamic Project Management and Quality Assurance professional with over 17 years of experience in semiconductor and automotive electronics manufacturing. Expertise in new product launch quality management, utilizing past failure data to improve future launches and drive continuous improvement. Proficient in addressing quality issues across multiple build phases, ensuring effective communication with development teams, and closely coordinating with Supplier Development and Product Development teams to finalize inspection plans. Recognized for strong leadership abilities and a proven track record in preparing comprehensive documentation, executing test plans, and validating corrective actions to consistently exceed quality metrics.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Technical Project Manager
Amphenol Industrial
02.2024 - Current
- Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in alignment with organizational strategy for new product launches.
- Develop comprehensive project plans covering timelines, resources, and budgets, ensuring integration of quality milestones.
- Lead cross-functional teams in addressing quality issues early in the development phase to meet customer and industry standards.
- Monitor incoming parts inspection and track progress against Safe Launch and PPAP readiness plans.
- Oversee risk management activities, including ICA/PCA validation for issues identified during pre-launch and launch phases.
- Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to finalize inspection plans and ensure test readiness.
- Prepare and present status updates to stakeholders, emphasizing quality performance and readiness for launch.
- Facilitated strong team collaboration through effective meeting management, open communication channels, and timely resolution of conflicts or issues.
- Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless communication and information sharing throughout project lifecycles.
- Managed multiple project teams in Agile environment, realizing success through application of SDLC methodologies and exceptional leadership skills.
Deputy Manager
ON Engineers
01.2021 - 02.2024
- Ensured quality systems conformed to IATF 16949, ISO 9001 standards, and supported in implementation for automotive products.
- Conducted in-house process audits before build phases to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Developed and implemented Safe Launch Plans for new and modified products.
- Worked closely with production teams to address and resolve quality issues, ensuring First Time Quality targets were consistently met.
- Verified action implementation for previous build issues, ensuring closure before subsequent builds.
- Tracked and reported incoming parts inspection status for new development parts to the CFT.
- Finalized Incoming Inspection Plans with Product Development and Manufacturing teams.
- Reviewed inspection reports and coordinated with Supplier Development and Product Development Engineers for corrective measures.
- Hands-on experience in Warranty claims and Customer PPM.
Assistant Manager
ACT Plast Paints Pvt LTD
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Led quality team to ensure product compliance with customer requirements and industry standards.
- Collected past failure data from production and applied preventive measures in new product launches.
- Developed and implemented inspection plans for new development parts in coordination with product and manufacturing teams.
- Coordinated test plans with internal and external labs for validation of new products.
- Conducted internal process audits and ensured closure of non-conformities prior to builds.
- Supported FMEA activities and integrated risk mitigation strategies into Safe Launch Plans.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Provide training within the organization related to process, product, Inspection and Quality.
Assistant Manager
SL Lumax LTD
09.2018 - 12.2019
- Ensured new products and manufacturing processes complied with quality and customer specifications.
- Compiled quality issues across builds and suppliers; coordinated corrective action implementation.
- Reviewed and validated incoming inspection results for new development parts.
- Prepared and executed Safe Launch Plans for product introductions.
- Developed and maintained PPAP documentation for customer submission.
- Led process audits before builds to ensure compliance with APQP and IATF 16949 requirements.
- Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
Senior Engineer
Minda Corporation
04.2006 - 08.2018
- Ensured new products and manufacturing processes complied with quality and customer specifications.
- Compiled quality issues across builds and suppliers; coordinated corrective action implementation.
- Reviewed and validated incoming inspection results for new development parts.
- Prepared and executed Safe Launch Plans for product introductions.
- Developed and maintained PPAP documentation for customer submission.
- Led process audits before builds to ensure compliance with APQP and IATF 16949 requirements.
- Monitored employee performance to keep projects on task.
- Report preparation (PPAP, QPCS, KPI, MSA, VPR, MIS, MRM-Quarterly and Yearly Budgets).
- Part Approval process of supplier new part and Retro PPAP for changes.
Education
B.E - Electronics Communication Engineering
Sathyabama University
Diploma - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
SRM Polytechnic College
Skills
Project Management & Process Improvement
undefinedCertification
Certified on Six Sigma Black Belt at MSME
MACHINES HANDLED
- Wiring Harness Circuit Tester
- Crimping Profile Device
- Profile Projector & VMS
- Gloss Meter Testing
- Dry Film Thickness Testing
- Salt Spray Testing (SST)
- Endurance Tester
- High Voltage Tester
AUDIT FACED
- Shop Floor 5S Audit Conducted by Internal & External Supervision.
- IATF-16949 Audit Conducted by External Audit Party.
- ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485:2016 and UL
Timeline
Technical Project Manager
Amphenol Industrial
02.2024 - Current
Deputy Manager
ON Engineers
01.2021 - 02.2024
Assistant Manager
ACT Plast Paints Pvt LTD
01.2020 - 12.2020
Assistant Manager
SL Lumax LTD
09.2018 - 12.2019
Senior Engineer
Minda Corporation
04.2006 - 08.2018
Diploma - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
SRM Polytechnic College
B.E - Electronics Communication Engineering
Sathyabama University
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