Keerthivasan Keerthivasan

Results-driven Mechanical Engineering professional with 5.8+ years of experience in high-volume automotive foundry production and Core Shop operations. Specialized in Shell Core, Cold Box, and Resin Coated Sand (RCS) processes, with strong expertise in production planning, process optimization, rejection reduction, quality enhancement, manpower management, and preventive maintenance coordination. Proficient in operating and optimizing core shop machinery, improving casting quality through structured Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and implementing Lean Manufacturing methodologies to drive continuous improvement.

Adept at cross-functional coordination with Moulding, Melting, Maintenance, Quality, and Planning teams to consistently achieve production, quality, safety, and delivery objectives. Well-versed in ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, 5S, Kaizen, DOE, SPC, MSA, Poka-Yoke, CAPA, RCA, TPM, and other manufacturing best practices.

Assistant Engineer – Foundry Production (Core Shop) at Brakes India Private Limited – Foundry Division (2020-11 – 2026-07)

Managed end-to-end Core Shop production operations involving Shell Core, Cold Box, and Resin Coated Sand processes.

• Ensured efficient operation of core shop machinery to meet daily production targets with optimal utilization.
• Coordinated with Moulding, Melting, Maintenance, Quality, and Planning departments to ensure seamless production flow.
• Monitored core quality parameters and implemented corrective actions to minimize casting defects.
• Performed Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for recurring defects and implemented sustainable process improvements.
• Optimized machine parameters, process conditions, and manpower deployment to enhance productivity.
• Coordinated preventive maintenance activities and supported breakdown troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
• Maintained production, process, and quality documentation in SAP systems.
• Ensured adherence to ISO standards, safety regulations, and 5S workplace practices.
• Conducted operator training on quality standards, safety practices, SOPs, and best manufacturing practices.
• Actively participated in continuous improvement initiatives including Kaizen, DOE, SPC, MSA, and Poka-Yoke activities.

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering in Mechanical Engineering – Government Polytechnic College, Thuvakudi, Tiruchirappalli (2017 – 2020)

Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) – Vimala Matric Higher Secondary School, Thuraiyur, Tiruchirappalli