M.THAMARAI KANNAN

Mobile: +91-995*******

Email: acebwn@r.postjobfree.com

Seeking good assignment to pursue my career in a company in which my

technical and managerial skills will be value, Provides me an environment

to grow my skills .

Core competency:

. Responsible for New product Development/New project activities

includes Concept Design review, Schedule planning, Proto -typing,

sample making and testing validation, Process layout confirmation and

efficiently handled change management, Vendor development activities

.

. Actively involved in feasibility study and finalize product/Process

specification and define Product characteristics .

. Having much exposure to execute APQP Phases from customer voice and

PPAP submission for new product launch and approval.

. Responsible to plan & execute New projects (Sample development,

Quality validation, process improvement/VA-VE approach, 4M Change,Reverse engineering,Cost saving ) with focus on resource allocation &

timelines.

. Responsible for Supporting Jigs & fixtures/Gauges development for

various product range. Having exposure to manage BOM,FMEA,ECN,PSW and

Develop standard operating procedures and guidelines for various areas

of operation.

. Strong design knowledge in Catia V5 (R20) package with GD&T (3D

surface-modeling) and Reverse engineering techniques. Strong

knowledge in ISO 9001-2008/TS 16949 clauses & manage auditing &

documents.

. Assisting in continuous improvement initiatives that reduce

manufacturing costs, improve

quality and / or enhance customer service.

Specific Skills includes

( Design & Feasibility study (Catia V5/GD&T) ( Schedule Planning &

Supplier development

( Proto sample preparation &Testing Validation ( New

Tool/Machine/Gauges/Fixtures trial Activity

( Cost Saving /Process improvements (Engineering Change

Management

( Customer Support /Risk management ( New Technology/Device

innovation

(APQP,PPAP documetation ( ISO 9001-

2008/TS 16949 Audit involvement

Experience chronology:

1. STI Sanoh India Private Limited, Sriperumbuthur,Chennai, Aug'12~Till

date. ( Japan

based Automotive part (Engine/Chassis- Brake /Fuel & Steering parts for

Petrol/Diesel engine Vehicles) manufacturing company . It involves joint

design, joint development, manufacturing, assembly process.

Client : MSIL, HONDA (4W),VW, AL-NISSAN

Working as Deputy Head- New product Development/New project (E3 grade

)

Worked in Gurgaon - 1 year.(IMT manesar plant - Support for MSIL/HONDA

projects)

V Reporting to Program Manager and with team of 5 members.

Key Responsibilities:

Design /Process Review (Product Feasibility study )& Cost analysis :

V Lead entire new part development activities for passenger car parts .(End

to end product life cycle from Customer voice, RFQ to Final sample part

approval).

V Direct Interacting with customers to understand their needs and

adherence same during development process . Single contact window for

customer & Supplier for technical interaction.

V Having good experience to confirm the feasibility for new product launch

& Participate in Spec. meeting with customer for any specific

requirement.

V Having ability to review drawings with knowledge of GD&T to ensure

design for manufacture, quality and reliability. Working experience on

Catia V5 R20 -surface modeling techniques.

V Successfully handled Change management activities of the new /existing

product - ECN process and get Engg. approvals from customer & take it

up with the customer during technical justification.

V Co-ordinate to create/update key master material data (BOM) in SAP for

new products.

V Responsible for Project/product costing - in terms of Fixed/variable

cost estimation, analysis and confirm for development .

Schedule Planning & Resource follow up

V Responsible to prepare the project schedule according to the milestone

and directly communicate with customers to align vehicle trial plans,

risk information, and escalate critical issues.

V Coordinated to prepare material lead time schedule and raise,follow PO

and arrange the resources (Man,material,Machine ) as per Lead time to

succeed the project on time.

V Timely report the project status to the customer and internal team and

plan action where required to achieve the project goals.

Proto Sample Making / Quality TestingValidation

V Responsible to make samples (FOT and tryout), PPAP samples and involving

Testing validation. Right Samples submitted to customer as schedule

planned. Involving the new tool trial and tool-buy off activity .

V Actively prepare and review Process layout for new product and finalized

with product trials.

V Strongly Involved in enough new tool planning and new Gauges/Fixture

preparation & trial activities.

V Having rich experience to execute APQP process,and submit PPAP

samples/Documents to customer.Responsible to create DVPlan, conduct

tests as per plan and Involving lab measures, vehicle test activities

(Fitment &Function ) in customer field trial. (Fitment and function

test).

V Handling customer queries and escalations and Ensuring customer specific

documents are submitted on time.

Cost Reduction / Kaizen improvements /Industrial engineering skill

V Having exposure to identify issues, obtain relevant information, relate

and compare data from different sources, and identify alternative

solutions for cost reduction.

V Performing analysis periodically on repeated line complaints, yearly

Line complaints analysis, conduct Zero defect program and internal

rejection analysis.

V Identifing opportunities for reducing costs through VA-VE

process. Finding the possible ways to localize the material/tool

development for cost/time reduction.

V Having good skill to calculate long term plant capacity and improving

further by reviewing process flows, production schedules, and engineering

specifications.

V Having much exposure in Cycle time/motion study, Line balancing,Cell

concept,one piece flow and adopting new technology/New machines to

Improve productivity.

Man Management Skills :

V Monitoring the manpower in terms of time allotted and time taken by them

to complete the process for further analyses. Having ability to set

priorities, delegate, motivate and develop employees to become top

performers and communicate objectives and goals. Lead and support team

to achieve results.

V Having ability to convey information to individuals or groups to ensure

that they understand the message and to listen and respond

appropriately to information from others

Major Achievements:

1. Handling projects for OEM Customers - 1. Maruthi-suzuki (Swift-

YL8), 2.AL-Nissan(G90-91), 3.Honda-2w in Braking and Fuel Supply

systems - cluster parts (3 Brake:1Fuel supply Assembly for Front-Rear

wheels.)

V Project fully focused and achieved development time/Dev.Cost Reduction by

material/tool localization.

V Implemented New machine/Device (Vibration feeder/Holding plate) for

high productivity /quality improvements and achieved.

V Successfully managed engineering changes during development phase and

implemented on time with updated product quotes.

V Successfully implemented new gauges/Proto fixtures for required process

on time (i.e. Robo-welding -Mig/Spot and bending ) and tube forming

technology to reduce the costs and increase the productivity .

2. Done and succeed the Project for customers like Honda -Two wheeler

(2MD/2CT), VW(Polo), Brake and fuel tubing Systems - individual parts and

steering systems.

V Successfully review and modified process specification to resolve fitment

issue during vehicle trials.

2. PHA India Private Limited, Chennai. Mar'10 ~Aug '12

( Korean based passenger vehicle part manufacturing company . The

company involves manufacturing of Passenger car parts - Door Module -

Trim assembly and Door Hood latches, Truck lid hinges, Front/Rear/Tail

gate hinges .

> Joined as a AM~ NPD/New projects Reporting to Engineering Manager and

with team of 15 members.

Key Responsibilities :

Design/Process review & Schedule Planning

V Review the design which is given by customer and confirm the product

needs, then define critical/special characteristics and confirm the

process layout for sample production.

V Conducted proto sample verification and validation through process

feasibility and cost factor.

V Responsible to Define product development activities including

requirement analysis, finalising specifications, process designing,

prototype development and testing.

V Timely created time frame and Executed developments projects; through

technical feasibility studies,equipment facility / sub contract

identification, process design and proto sample production.

V Interacted with vendors to prepare enough material for proto trial and

build run support. Monitors & ensures testing of materials and take

corrective actions if required.

Execution & Monitoring (Development phase)

V Coordination for Samples preparation and Final Sample Development &

Testing as defined and follows up appropriately in correcting

errors.(Handled 50 ~ 500 tonnage stamping machines )

V Prepare the machine/tool schedule plan and monitoring man & machine

Performance. Classify and arrange the materials as per the product

requirements, and getting load on the machine and monitor performance for

samples.

V Conduct meeting for internal resources. Conduct reviews as required.

Ensure the team communicates well with each other.

Project achievements:

1. Done projects for OEM customers 1. Hyundai (eon/I10), 2. Audi(A09),

3.VW(Polo) in Door trim assembly /Door checker/Open door module/Hood

latches,Front-rear end hinges assembly.

V Implemented new method to reduce the manufacturing cost during

development cycle. i.e single carrier assembly for muti function

component instead of separate assembly for each component of door

assembly by the process of riveting/Insert fitting technology .

V Improvement done through cell-reengineering to enhance productivity and

reduce manpower. Identified possibilities & implemented Poka-yoke

fixtures for critical process. Design new fixtures and gauges for

measurement.(Weld spot missing)

V Efficient design review through GD&T for Proto Samples preparation and

Confirm the part hole variation in fitment & new projection jig

implemented for testing as verified and follows up appropriately in

correcting errors.

V Lead engineering activities in localization . Lead value engineering/cost

reduction activities and implementation of proposal in current and

forward model launches.

3. Foxconn India Private Limited, Chennai. MAR'03 ~ Feb'10

(Taiwan based Manufacturing industry.Main manufacturer for Automotive

/Ancillary parts . It is one of the Fortune 500 Company provides joint

design, joint development, manufacturing, assembly

Travel abroad: Foxconn International Holdings, Shenzhen,China - 2yrs,

Joined as Engineer and rose to the Team leader - NPD/Projects . Reporting

to Deputy Manager-R& D

Key Responsibilities:

V Actively Interacted with Customers for product requirements and define

plan and active to execute the projects Successfully.

V Responsible to make Proto tool samples /fixture follow up activities.

Product development through APQP approach .Efficiently handled

implementation & finalize of Engg documents like BOM,ECN,SOP,layout for

approved production function. Successfully executed documentation.

V Resolve product concerns/issues and develop containment actions using

problem solving techniques.

V Review Potential DFMEA and PFMEA,Control Plan, PFD,MSA documents and

updated on time to avoid future errors.Having good Knowledge on

Maintaining 5s, Cost control, Control trend chart preparation &

monitoring tasks.

V Focusing on optimization of process parameters and initiating process

improvements for achieving bottom line objectives and productivity

targets.

V Conducting technical audits; reviewing existing processes and re-

designing the same for enhancing operational efficiency and achieving

maximum cost savings.

V Good knowledge on 4M analysis, Identifying root causes using Why-Why

Analysis, 7 QC tools, DOE & implementing counter measures in the

manufacturing process.

V Ensure planned KPIs of efficiency and performance are met or exceeded

target given.

Academic credentials:

B.Tech from Madras University in Apr'2002 (Secured 74.6% marks)

HSC from State Board school in Apr'1998 (Secured 84.6% marks)

SSLC from State Board school in Apr'1996 (Secured 82.8% marks)

Undergone Training

ISO/TS 16949:2002, FMEA (Design & Process), 5S, Kaizen, APQP/PPAP, 7QC

tools

Technical Domain :

CATIA V5(R20)- Plastic/ Sheet metal, SAP, PLM(Wind chill 2.0), Auto cad

.

Personal details:

Date of Birth, age 12.07.1981,33

Father's Name K.Muniyandi (Late)

Marital Status Married

Language Known Tamil, English, Hindi,

Chinese (Basic)

Present Address # 14, S2, Magesh Nagar

Extn, Bharathi nagar 3rd st,

Old

Perungalathur. Tambaram W.Chennai -63.

DECLARATION

I solemnly pledge that the above furnished informations are true to the

best of my knowledge and belief.I assure that the required documents will

be produced at the time of interview.

Thanking you,

Thamarai Kannan.M

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