General Manager - BESTOMECH INDUSTRIES - Coimbatore
(2023-12 - 2025-02)
- Directed end-to-end CNC operations, conventional machining, fabrication welding, painting, assembly, packing and dispatch for a precision auto components manufacturer.
- Developed and implemented operational strategies and policies that kept production processes aligned with targets and forecasts.
- Drove OEE improvement initiatives through structured employee training, resulting in measurable gains in on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Led Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) rollout to improve machine uptime, performance reliability, and asset lifespan.
- Maintained strict regulatory and quality standard compliance across all shop floor operations.
General Manager – Operations - GISHNU GEARS PVT LTD - Coimbatore
(2021-01 - 2023-11)
- Oversaw in-house and outsourced manufacturing covering laser cutting, punching, bending, painting, and powder coating.
- Implemented skill matrix system to evaluate operator competency and drive targeted training in inventory management, costing, TQM, TPM, 5S, Kaizen, and safety management.
- Conducted periodic supplier and external provider audits to enforce quality standards throughout the supply chain.
- Launched employee engagement programs with rewards and recognition for top performers, improving team morale and retention.
General Manager – Operations - BARANI HYDRAULICS INDIA PVT LTD - Coimbatore
(2018-01 - 2021-01)
- Enhanced operational efficiency contributing significantly to the company's expansion; managed TIG/MIG welding for yoke fabrications, laser cutting, bending, deburring, and painting.
- Led Cross-Functional Teams (CFT) to consistently achieve plan-vs-actual production targets with right quality and cost efficiency.
- Implemented stage-by-stage process monitoring to eliminate customer complaints and maintain zero-defect delivery targets.
- Executed internal audits for ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001:2015 and IATF 16949 quality management systems.
- Performed SWOT analysis to drive continuous improvement and on-time delivery commitments.
Machine Shop Manager - AQUA FLOW - Coimbatore
(2016-01 - 2018-01)
- Managed all aspects of machine shop operations including production scheduling, quality control, and safety compliance.
- Established and managed process flow and production planning for CNC Turning, VMC (Vertical Machining Centre), VTL (Vertical Turret Lathe), and HMC (Horizontal Machining Centre) operations.
- Developed and managed process flow for Injection Moulding operations, ensuring cycle time optimisation and dimensional conformance.
- Applied Lean manufacturing principles to optimize production flow and eliminate waste.
- Identified and implemented cost-saving initiatives; monitored inventory levels and supply chain operations.
Engineer (Machine Shop) - TITAN COMPANY LTD - Hosur
(1989-01 - 2016-01)
27-year tenure at India's premier precision manufacturing company. Delivered ₹56+ lakhs in documented annual process cost savings through CNC innovation, tooling engineering, and productivity improvement initiatives.
- Tripled tool productivity by redesigning links trimming and shaving tools from single-row to triple-row profile, improving output by 200%. (Process cost savings ₹20 lakhs per annum)
- Reduced CNC Wire EDM Machine setting time, saving 60 hours per month through setup optimization. (Process cost savings ₹5 lakhs per annum)
- Developed interchangeable fixture for CNC Milling Machine, eliminating idle time during setting process. (Process cost savings ₹6 lakhs per annum)
- Engineered compound die sets with multiple stages, achieving higher-level productivity improvement in press operations. (Process cost savings ₹15 lakhs per annum)
- Delivered raw material savings through the 'Knock the Tail Out' waste reduction project. (Savings ₹5 lakhs per annum)
- Redesigned cutting oil return line in CNC Milling Machine to eliminate oil spillage and mechanical failures. (Cost savings ₹2 lakhs per annum)
- Improved end mill manufacturing and resharpening process, extending tool life and reducing replacement costs. (Savings ₹3 lakhs per annum)
- Developed aerospace component manufacturing processes at Wire EDM (WEDM) for Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) — demonstrating precision machining capability for defence-grade standards.
- Designed and developed fixtures for CNC Wire EDM Machines to improve dimensional accuracy and productivity.
- Achieved quality improvement in outer trimming pilot manufacturing through process re-engineering.
- Trained employees in machine operation, quality concepts, safety procedures, and lean tools throughout the tenure.
- Established and maintained quality control procedures to ensure consistent conformance to specifications and standards.
