Thiyagarajan Duraikannu
Production Manager
Chengalpattu
Summary
Dynamic Production Manager with a proven track record at Hyundai Motor India Limited, excelling in advanced coating technologies and team leadership. Enhanced productivity by identifying process bottlenecks and implementing lean manufacturing principles, while ensuring high-quality standards and compliance with safety regulations. Expert in defect analysis and committed to continuous improvement.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Production Manager
Hyundai Motor India Limite
01.2007 - Current
- Production Management: Plan, schedule, and execute daily production to meet deadlines and volume targets.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Standardize production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
- Increase overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process, and proposing effective solutions.
- Quality Control: Ensure high-quality standards (e.g., coating thickness, adhesion) are met, minimizing rework.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Team Leadership: Supervise, train, and mentor paint shop operatives.
- Health & Safety: Enforce compliance with HSE norms, PPE, and environmental regulations.
- Inventory & Equipment: Manage paint and consumable inventory, monitor equipment functionality, and coordinate maintenance.
- Process Improvement: Drive efficiency through lean manufacturing principles and process improvements.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Arulmigu Meenakshi Amman College of Engineering
Kanchipuram, India 04.2001 -
Higher Secondary - Science
Atomic Energy Higher Secondary School
Kalpakkam, India 04.2001 -
Secondary - Science
Atomic Energy Central School
Kalpakkam, India 04.2001 -
Skills
Advanced Coating Technologies: Proficiency in end-to-end automotive painting processes, including Pre-Treatment (PT), Electro-Deposition (ED), Sealing, Primer, and Topcoat/Clearcoat application
Robotics & Automation: Deep understanding of robotic paint operations, including programming, spray gun maintenance, and managing automated conveyor systems
Defect Analysis & Rectification: Expert ability to identify and troubleshoot common paint defects such as orange peel, craters, runs, and dust inclusions using root cause analysis (RCA) tools like 5-Why and Fishbone
Quality Testing: Knowledge of Dry Film Thickness (DFT) measurement, color matching software, salt spray resistance, and adhesion testing standards
Timeline
Production Manager
Hyundai Motor India Limite
01.2007 - Current
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Arulmigu Meenakshi Amman College of Engineering
04.2001 -
Higher Secondary - Science
Atomic Energy Higher Secondary School
04.2001 -
Secondary - Science
Atomic Energy Central School
04.2001 -