Susheel Kumar
Gurgaon
Summary
Accomplished Senior Manufacturing Leader with over 16 years in high-volume automotive manufacturing and CNC machining. Expertise in productivity improvement, cost reduction, and operational efficiency. Experienced in leading large teams, implementing Lean Manufacturing and Kaizen, and launching production lines for global OEMs. Proven skills in process optimization and quality enhancement within multinational environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Manager – Operations
Tsuzuki India Precision
Jhajjar, Haryana
08.2022 - Current
- Manage cross-functional team of 150 across production, quality, maintenance, and supply chain to achieve production targets and operational KPIs.
- Enhanced operational productivity by optimizing processes, training workforce, and implementing Lean Manufacturing practices.
- Established operational standards, policies, and procedures to drive efficiency and elevate plant performance.
- Lead manufacturing operations for CNC machining lines supplying global OEM customers including Honda, Komatsu, Mitsubishi and Maruti Suzuki.
- Boosted customer satisfaction through on-time delivery, adherence to quality standards, and transparent communication.
- Streamlined supply chain processes, resulting in improved inventory management and reduced lead times.
- Fostered a culture of safety and compliance through rigorous training programs for staff.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and company policies through rigorous audits and evaluations.
- Delivered successfully 3 new projects on time and within budget, utilizing strong project management skills.
Deputy Manager – Production
Samvardhana Motherson Auto Component
Bawal, Haryana
10.2015 - 07.2022
- Managed CNC machine shop and assembly operations, overseeing 130+ employees and multiple shift leaders to ensure efficient workflow.
- Reduced rejection levels by conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions, enhancing product quality.
- Led troubleshooting and performance improvement for 55+ CNC / VMC machines and assembly lines with Ultrasonic Washing & Helium leak testing machines.
- Implemented Lean concepts including FIFO, Single Piece Flow and Poka-Yoke to improve quality and operational efficiency.
- Improved productivity through cycle time reduction and process simplification initiatives, streamlining operations.
- Oversaw daily production operations, ensuring adherence to quality standards and safety protocols.
- Streamlined workflows by implementing Lean manufacturing techniques, enhancing process efficiency.
- Managed inventory levels, optimizing supply chain processes to prevent delays in production schedules.
Engineer – Production
Sigma Corporation
Jaipur, Rajasthan
11.2012 - 09.2015
- Improved production efficiency by optimizing machine utilization and manufacturing processes.
- Ensured production quality through documentation control and process monitoring, maintaining compliance with work instructions.
- Led manpower training and multi-skilling programs, coordinating preventive maintenance to enhance team capabilities.
- Supervised machining and assembly operations for export-oriented manufacturing, enhancing workflow for ferrous and non-ferrous components.
Junior Engineer
Krishna Maruti Ltd.
Manesar, Haryana
06.2010 - 11.2012
- Supported automotive component manufacturing operations, enhancing production efficiency for major OEM customers.
- Conducted process audits and quality monitoring to ensure compliance with production standards.
- Implemented cost reduction initiatives that streamlined materials usage and optimized production processes.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Institution Of Mechanical Engineering
Mumbai, India12.2015
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Bhiwani Institute of Technology
Bhiwani, Haryana05.2010
Skills
- Manufacturing Operations Management
- Production Planning & Capacity Optimization
- Lean manufacturing & Kaizen
- OEE management
- Quality management
- TPM (Total Productive Maintenance)
- Team Leadership (130 workforce)
- Inventory Management& WIP control
- Line balancing & cycle time optimization
- Productivity enhancement
- Production Scalability Strategies
- New Line setup and commissioning
- MTTR & MTBF improvement strategies
- SAP ERP / Digital Production Systems
- Tooling & Fixture development
- Poka-Yoke (Error Proofing) Implementation
- Operational Budget Management
Accomplishments
- Achieved 20% productivity improvement through line balancing and flexible manufacturing systems.
- Overall Equipment Efficiency increased from 77% to 82% through a improvement road map.
- Successfully supported greenfield plant setup from project phase to full-scale production.
- Implemented multiple Kaizen and Poka-Yoke solutions improving safety and quality.
- 15% of tooling cost reduction by improving the tool life with parameter & machine condition enhancement.
- 20% of Consumable cost reduction by reducing the consumption & introducing alternative options.
- Manpower skill up-gradation for new projects with a strategic planning.
- Winner in Inter-Group Quality Circle Convention (2010, 2018, 2022).
Certification
- IATF 16949
- ISO 14001
- Quality Management System
- Operations Management
Languages
English – Professional
Hindi – Native
Punjabi – Native
Timeline
Senior Manager – Operations
Tsuzuki India Precision
08.2022 - Current
Deputy Manager – Production
Samvardhana Motherson Auto Component
10.2015 - 07.2022
Engineer – Production
Sigma Corporation
11.2012 - 09.2015
Junior Engineer
Krishna Maruti Ltd.
06.2010 - 11.2012
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Institution Of Mechanical Engineering
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Bhiwani Institute of Technology
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