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Y. REVANTH KUMAR
Senior Program Manager
Bengaluru
“Where there is no standard, there can be no improvement. For these reasons, standards are the basis for both maintenance and improvement.”
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Summary
Proficient Senior Program Manager with exceptional background in Wood & Automobile industry. Proven success building and motivating program teams to meet project goals. Demonstrated leadership in systems implementation, program execution and process improvement engagements. Credible Leader with 12+ years of substantial experience in managing E2E Production Engineering entailing New Product Design & Development, Manufacturing, PPC, TQM, Industrial Engineering, Program management, Techno-commercial Operations, Technology Transformation & Process Optimization, SCM.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education
8
Languages
Work History
HomeLaneBengaluru
Senior Program Manager
04.2023 - 01.2024
Job overview
- Collaborated with development teams, internal customers, and product line management to verify delivery of desired quality requirements to distributors.
- Devised tools and benchmarks to improve team performance and monitor production.
- Performed program research and analyzed data collection to develop cost estimates and budgets.
- Collaborated with external and internal staff to define legal and operational parameters.
- Conducted audit inspections and independent checks to verify parts and materials.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
- Provided leadership for continual management and employee training initiatives.
- Allocated resources to planned programs according to business objectives.
- Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
- Mentored and supported 50+ staff with production , planning & warehouse department employees to create strong workplace culture
HomeLaneBengaluru
Plant Head - Interior Design Products Manufacturing
06.2021 - 03.2023
Job overview
- Revamped plant operations through meticulous monitoring of functions, workload, assemblies, and equipment; accomplished a remarkable 20% increase in productivity, ensuring seamless deliverables within set time limits for manufacturing diverse product types.
- Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations, and achieving KPIs.
- Optimized processes to maximize efficiency.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
- Utilized data analysis tools to identify and resolve production issues.
- Coordinated with other departments to align production with customer requirements.
- Scrutinized production output and identified areas for improvement.
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
- Created plant policies and procedures for safe and productive operations.
Toyota Kirloskar Motors Pvt. Ltd.Bengaluru
Production Engineering - Project Lead
01.2018 - 06.2021
Job overview
- Directed entire facets of Project Management Lifecycle, put into practice Kobeya for vehicle projects and equipment installation
- Executed several projects with key focus on VA/VE (cost reduction) achievement of $0.8 Mil.
- Produced quality standards, checklists, report templates, and processes.
- Saved $10 Mil by strategically bidding and negotiating on vehicle projects and also by doing Slim operations(Yosodome).
- Adjusted project plans to account for dynamic targets, staffing changes, and operational specifications.
- Formulated CAPEX / OPEX budget, spares planning and human development for setting up new manufacturing facility in India
- Headed a skilled Operations Team of 125 members for achieving a KPI of production efficiency over 98.1%
- Decreased in-house production issues by establishing and coordinating sub-contracting and outsourcing requirements and processes.
- Created engineering documentation for manufacturing processes, equipment specifications and change notices.
Toyota Kirloskar Motors Pvt. Ltd.Bengaluru
Production Engineering - Team Lead
01.2014 - 12.2017
Job overview
- Headed a skilled Operations Team of 125 members for achieving a KPI of production efficiency over 98.1%
- Ensured operations by steering safety and quality management thereby achieving '0' A rank safety deviation.
- Minimized resource and time losses by addressing employee or production issue directly and implementing timely solutions.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
Toyota Kirloskar Motors Pvt. Ltd.Bengaluru
Production Engineer - Junior Team Leader
09.2011 - 12.2013
Job overview
- Scheduled and executed minor model changes for Innova and Corolla
- Attained 'Zero' milestone delay in major model change for 6 vehicles encompassing Innova Crysta and Fortuner.
- Decreased in-house production issues by establishing and coordinating sub-contracting and outsourcing requirements and processes.
- Created engineering documentation for manufacturing processes, equipment specifications and change notices.
Education
Wellingkar Education Institute of ManagementMUMBAI
Master of Arts from Human Resources Management
12.2019 - 04.2021
Nettur Technical Training Foundation (NTTF)Dharwad
Mechatronics Engineering from Mechatronics Engineering
06.2008 - 05.2011
University Overview
- FOOTBALL WINNERS, 2010 from KSIT for 1ST PLACE IN FOOTBALL
- Elected Captain of All Sports Team
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite5 (CS5)Pneumatic, Hydraulic, Jig Modules, Electrical Systems and Sensors, Chain Conveyors, Automation LinesWindows XP, Vista & 7, Microsoft Office 2007, AutoCAD, CATIA V5 (Basics), Google sheetsRobot Operation and Teaching (Kawasaki)PLC Programming (Mitsubishi, Toyopuc)Greenfield Project ManagementLean/JIT/Kaizen ManufacturingProduction Planning & ControlPlant Operations & MaintenanceVA / VE EngineeringCapacity PlanningTotal Quality ManagementTechno-commercial ActivitiesWarehouse/Inventory ManagementRegulatory/ISO/TS ComplianceHSE / Safety AdministrationPolicy & SOP FormulationPackaging FunctionLogistics OperationsSCM Operations
Project Leadership
Change Management
Implementation Planning
Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
Health and Safety Compliance
Waste Minimization
Six Sigma Methodologies
Cost Reduction
Lean Manufacturing Processes
Safety Management
Team Building and Development
Resource Coordination
Staff Supervision
Compliance Reviews
Employee Development
Business Analysis
Data-Driven Decision-Making
Technical Knowledge
Cost Control
Implementation planning
Accomplishments
Leading total workforce of 250+ people; conducting detailed study of products’ specifications & drawings; steering QA Department for inspection & taking corrective action (CAPA) in the event of non-conformity.
Creating ISO process documentations such as PPAP, Control Plan, Process Sheets & Manufacturing Layout.
Attained ‘Zero’ milestone delay in major model change for 6 vehicles encompassing Innova Crysta and Fortuner.
Collaborated with Toyota for 3W of TVS and 4W from MSIL and performed feasibility check in TKM Plant.
Headed a skilled Operations Team of 125 members for achieving a KPI of production efficiency over 98.1%.
Worked on Lean Manufacturing Projects that attained monetary benefits of more than $1.5 Million.
Executed several projects with key focus on VA/VE (cost reduction) achievement of $0.8 Mil.
Reduced smell by installing door hood in 2 areas of Oven; enhanced production efficiency from 91% to 96.8%.
Secured 1stplace in Toyota Company Level SGA (Small Group Activity) in continuous improvement theme.
Landed at 2nd place in TKM for performing safety observations and eliminating the risk (Yani Reduction from Oven)
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Timeline
Senior Program Manager
HomeLane
04.2023 - 01.2024
Plant Head - Interior Design Products Manufacturing
HomeLane
06.2021 - 03.2023
Wellingkar Education Institute of Management
Master of Arts from Human Resources Management
12.2019 - 04.2021
Production Engineering - Project Lead
Toyota Kirloskar Motors Pvt. Ltd.
01.2018 - 06.2021
Production Engineering - Team Lead
Toyota Kirloskar Motors Pvt. Ltd.
01.2014 - 12.2017
Production Engineer - Junior Team Leader
Toyota Kirloskar Motors Pvt. Ltd.
09.2011 - 12.2013
Nettur Technical Training Foundation (NTTF)
Mechatronics Engineering from Mechatronics Engineering
06.2008 - 05.2011