Mani Nataraj

Experienced Production Planning and Control Assistant manager with over 14+ years in industrial manufacturing. Expert in material planning, supplier coordination, inventory control, and process optimization use MRP and lean methodologies. Proven track record of reducing costs, improving delivery timelines, and driving plant efficiency.

Assistant Manager – Production Planning and control at TIDC India (2014-09 – Present)

• Managed planning for over 1250 SKUs across a satellite plant to meet on-time delivery.
• Executed production and dispatch plans aligned with customer needs
• Executed material requirement planning (MRP) using Oracle systems
• Coordinated with 30+ suppliers to streamline OSP operations
• Reduced stock discrepancies by implementing KANBAN systems
• Drove LEAN initiatives resulting in manufacturing cost reduction
• Developed annual budgets for materials, labor, and OSP
• Reduced WIP from ₹246L to ₹127L and improved plant rejection rate from 5% to 3.5%.
• Achieved 100% OTIF for OEM and export clients
• Responsible for continuous improvement through LEAN Implementation to Improve productivity and reduce manufacturing cost ( MVC )
• Monitored production progress and adjusted plans accordingly to meet customer needs and timelines
• Monitored production KPIs and implemented corrective actions to improve efficiency.
• Ensure and maintain the safety stock level for the fast moving items
• Monitoring and improving safety on the shop floor,Eliminate any unsafe acts and ensure a safe and clean product environment (5S)
• Prepared work instruction and standard operating procedures.
• Coordinate with internal stack holders like Purchase, Quality, Stores and sales team for smooth and continues operation.

Trainee – Production Planning and control at BRAKES INDIA PVT. LTD (2011-05 – 2014-06)

• Monitored daily material stock and ensured assembly readiness.
• Communicated shortages to avoid production delays.
• Ensured FIFO compliance and accurate stock validation
• Handled invoicing and dispatch as per customer plans
• Ensure 5S, FIFO and PPE adherence in stores

B.Tech in Mechanical engineering – Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute (2024)

Diploma in Mechanical engineering – Arulmigu palani Andavar Polytechnic college (2011 – 2011)

10th – M.S.P.Solainadar Memorial Hr. Sec School (2006 – 2006)