Associate Manager – Manufacturing - Apollo Tyres Ltd. - Chennai
(2019-05)
Led end-to-end manufacturing operations for a team of 300+, improving productivity through structured TPM implementation and daily management systems.
- Reduced product defects by enhancing quality control protocols and standardizing inprocess checks.
- Optimized material flow and reduced inventory overstock by 60% through periodic audits and improved scheduling with the central planning team.
- Supported a safety-first culture by eliminating high-risk operations and training workforce in BBS practices.
- Delivered consistent KPI achievement by integrating QCC and QC Story methodologies into routine operations.
Industrial Engineering Manager - Rialto Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. - Chennai
(2017-11 - 2019-04)
- Developed site-wide manpower optimization strategy, balancing permanent and contract labor to reduce deployment gaps.
- Collaborated with production teams to raise line efficiency and sustain 95% productivity across shifts.
- Spearheaded lean layout redesigns to improve ergonomics and reduce material handling time.
- Facilitated SMETA and ISO audits by ensuring all production documentation met compliance standards.
- Conducted root cause analyses and implemented corrective actions to reduce quality issues and rework.
Deputy Production Manager - Flamagas India Pvt. Ltd. - Chennai
(2015-12 - 2017-10)
Increased assembly area throughput and reduced scrap rates by optimizing manpower and implementing quality training programs.
- Increased assembly area throughput by 76% in 12 weeks by reassigning manpower and optimizing machine usage.
- Reduced scrap rates by 50% by training operators on quality checkpoints and initiating preventive maintenance routines.
- Introduced department KPIs focused on safety, output, and downtime to monitor real-time performance.
- Conducted OEE analysis to identify equipment bottlenecks and improve scheduling accuracy.
- Delivered 15% productivity improvement through workflow standardization and skill-based operator deployment.
Team Member – Manufacturing - Apollo Tyres Ltd. - Chennai
(2011-02 - 2015-12)
Supervised 100+ shop floor staff in radial tyres production, ensuring adherence to daily output targets and leading quality improvement initiatives.
- Supervised 100+ shop floor staff in radial tyres production, ensuring adherence to daily output targets.
- Monitored production data to identify and correct inefficiencies before they impacted shift performance.
- Implemented safety practices that significantly reduced on-floor incidents and improved audit readiness.
- Led quality improvement projects focused on defect prevention and compliance with internal benchmarks.
- Maintained shift reports and provided actionable insights for continuous improvement.
Production Engineer - MRF Tyres Ltd. - Hyderabad
(2010-04 - 2011-01)
Trained new recruits on machine handling and safety, elevated production line efficiency by resolving equipment coordination delays.
- Trained new recruits on machine handling and safety, improving onboarding efficiency.
- Elevated production line efficiency by 76% by resolving equipment coordination delays.
- Managed work schedules to meet order deadlines without compromising quality or operator safety.
- Responded swiftly to bottlenecks with coordinated support, minimizing downtime impact.
Production Officer - Exide Industries Ltd. - Hosur
(2007-07 - 2010-03)
Rolled out a new operator training program and implemented SOP-driven quality checks to improve employee retention and reduce rework.
- Rolled out a new operator training program that improved employee retention and raised team productivity by over 60%.
- Reduced rework and scrap by implementing SOP-driven quality checks.
- Supported production with hands-on technical supervision and line balancing.
- Maintained timely coordination with supply chain for material availability and dispatch.
- Led workplace safety campaigns and 5S drives to enforce clean, hazard-free operations.
