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SHIVANANDA BIRADAR
Senior Engineer Production - Aerospace & Defence Manufacturing
Bengaluru
Summary
Results-driven Senior Engineer Production with 15 years of progressive experience in aerospace and defence machine shop operations. Currently leading a team of 60+ members — including 3 supervisors, 15 setters, and 40+ operators — across a fleet of 30+ machines (20 CNC turning, 5 VMC, 5 TMC). Proven track record driving OEE improvement, on-time delivery, lean manufacturing, and quality compliance across AS9100D, IATF 16949, and ISO 9001:2015 standards. Strong leader with a reputation for building capable teams, reducing waste, and delivering measurable results.
Overview
15
years of professional experience
6
Languages
Work History
Turbo India Interconnect Solutions
Senior Production Engineer
03.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Lead end-to-end operations across 30+ machines (20 CNC turning, 5 VMC, 5 TMC), overseeing daily, weekly, and monthly production plans to ensure on-time delivery for export clients.
- Manage a team of 60+ members — 3 supervisors, 15 setters, and 40+ operators — handling shift allocation, manpower planning, and work assignments to optimize output against production targets.
- Drive daily Plan vs. Actual reviews, proactively identifying losses and implementing corrective actions to close gaps.
- Maintain in-house documentation including OEE dashboards, Operator Skill Matrix, tooling budgets, and monthly consumable budgets.
- Monitor and manage daily opening and closing stock physically, ensuring inventory accuracy and material readiness.
- Aerospace & Defence manufacturer of connectors, coupling rings, and mounts for global export customers.
Ace Inotec Mfg Pvt Ltd
Production Engineer
02.2022 - 11.2024
Job overview
- Managed production of precision defence components (Upper/Lower Receivers, Slides, Gearbox Housings) ensuring adherence to critical quality and delivery standards for defence OEM customers.
- Monitored OEE across CNC/VMC lines, analysed losses, and implemented Kaizen improvements to reduce downtime and improve throughput.
- Coordinated directly with customers on complaints and quality escalations, providing structured 8D/CAPA action plans within agreed timelines.
- Maintained Operator Skill Matrix and led on-the-job training to upskill machine operators and improve process adherence.
- Tracked daily Plan vs. Actual output and tooling/consumable budgets, contributing to MIS reporting for management reviews.
- Aerospace & Defence component manufacturer supplying IWI, SIG, HAL, BEL, BEML, and DRDO.
BRS Precision Mfg Pvt Ltd
Production In-Charge
10.2018 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Led machine shop production planning and manpower allocation, ensuring consistent output to meet customer delivery schedules.
- Monitored OEE trends, identified recurring losses, and executed Kaizen projects to recover efficiency and reduce waste.
- Managed finished goods and raw material inventory, maintaining accurate daily stock records to support uninterrupted production flow.
- Handled customer communications and complaint resolution, providing timely action plans to maintain strong supplier relationships.
- Auto component manufacturer supplying Automotive Axle Ltd (brake spiders, spindles, crown wheel gears).
Amtek Auto Ltd
Junior Engineer – Production
08.2011 - 09.2018
Job overview
- Monitored hourly production output against cycle time targets, raising alerts and resolving process issues to maintain throughput.
- Conducted on-the-job training for new operators, covering machine operation, quality inspection, and 5S/JH standards.
- Managed setting changes, tool changes, and tool life monitoring, maintaining tool history cards and hourly inspection reports.
- Supported shop floor 5S and JH activities, contributing to a cleaner, safer, and more organized work environment.
- Auto component manufacturer (axles, crankshafts, transmission gears).
Advik Hi-Tech Pvt Ltd
Trainee Engineer – Production
12.2010 - 08.2011
Job overview
- Operated CNC machines to produce filter assemblies and oil pumps, achieving productivity targets as per cycle time requirements.
- Maintained 5S standards at the workstation, updated JH sheets shift-wise, and ensured process and product quality compliance.
Education
K B PolytechnicBengaluru
Diploma from Mechanical Engineering
01.2010
University Overview
GPA: 72.85%
Bhagirathi AutomobilesVijayapura
ATS from Apprenticeship
01.2007
University Overview
GPA: 69.00%
Madhawacharya ITIBagalkot
ITI
01.2004
University Overview
GPA: 74.71%
Mallikarjun High SchoolMulawad
SSLC from 10th Standard
01.2003
University Overview
GPA: 37.37%
Skills
CNC / VMC / HMC
Production Planning
OEE & KPI Tracking
Lean / Kaizen / 5S
AS9100D / ISO 9001
GD&T & Quality
RCCA / 8D / CAPA
SAP / ERP / MIS
TECHNICAL TRAINING
- CNC Programming – ACE Micromatic Ltd, Pune
- Proficient in SAP, ERP, MS Office Suite (Windows environment)
- Hands-on experience with GD&T, cutting tools, fixtures, and process documentation
Software
Timeline
Senior Production Engineer
Turbo India Interconnect Solutions
03.2025 - Current
Production Engineer
Ace Inotec Mfg Pvt Ltd
02.2022 - 11.2024
Production In-Charge
BRS Precision Mfg Pvt Ltd
10.2018 - 01.2022
Junior Engineer – Production
Amtek Auto Ltd
08.2011 - 09.2018
Trainee Engineer – Production
Advik Hi-Tech Pvt Ltd
12.2010 - 08.2011
K B Polytechnic
Diploma from Mechanical Engineering
Bhagirathi Automobiles
ATS from Apprenticeship
Madhawacharya ITI
ITI
Mallikarjun High School
SSLC from 10th Standard