Mariappan.S

A competent professional with 16 years of experience in injection Molding, Assembly & Extrusion. Specializing in scientific molding and process optimization proven track record of reducing rejection rates, improving machine OEE and implementing lean manufacturing techniques. Proficient with modern concepts of value engineering, costing with demonstrated abilities in optimum resource utilization.

Implementing cost saving measures to develop manpower skills, safety measures and ensuring compliance of various quality measures.

Experience in executing administration, management and supervision within the scope of responsibility, in order to ensure that the tasks are performed in a manner that fulfills compliance with relevant legislation, class requirements and company systems. Proficient in managing and motivation staff to deliver results with an ability to maintain good team spirit. Effective communicator with strong analytical, problem-solving presentation and organizational abilities.

Working experience with major polymer materials (ABS, GPPS, PC.POM, NYLON, PMMA, PP, PA66, PET).

Production/Process Engineer - First Engineering Plastics India Pvt Ltd - India

(2017-02 - 2026-01)

Working as Engineer in Molding Department for a manufacturer and supplier of ultra Precision Molds & Plastic components, primarily serving the automotive industries including Continental, Viseon, Forvia, Taffe, Marquad, Sanmina, Seco. The company produces Automotive Parts such as Car speedometers, bonnets, bumpers, cowl screens, Break pedals, Air vents, Lens and Mask of speedo meters for car and two wheelers.

• Lead process optimization initiatives for a 34-machine shop floor (Ferro Matic, Angel, L&T, JSW, Toshiba, Krauss Maffei from 60 Ton -650 Ton), achieving a 15% reduction in cycle time and 10% increase in overall productivity.
• Trouble shoot the processing/production related faults (Mould and Machine Faults)
• Seeking a senior-level position to leverage expertise in technical troubleshooting, team leadership and implementing lean manufacturing techniques
• Creates set-up procedures and process optimization of new and existing plastic injection molds. Take new mold trials and find Root cause Analysis initiate 5S, Kaizen.
• Reduce Mould change time from 2hrs to 30min.
• Meet the production target as per the cycle time of Mold by assuring the best possible processing parameters and quality of components.
• Manage and control the work force according to the plan and Production.
• Manage Raw Materials stocks and identify any major deviations.
• Check & write the daily production report, Raw material report, Hourly production report, process control sheet, part wise Defects reports.
• Enhanced production by controlling cycle time, manpower, & machine/mould maintenance.
• Continuously improve the process control sheet.
• Assure the proper Recycling of plastic materials in the plastic division.
• Assure the proper usage of Recycled plastic materials in the plastic products.
• Handle any other job assigned by the management.

Production Engineering Tech - Baxter Health care Pvt Ltd - Singapore

(2008-02 - 2016-11)

Baxter Health care pvt Ltd is a key regional hub in Singapore, established in 1977, specializing in manufacturing and distributing medical equipment, renal therapies, and hospital products such as iv sets. The facility utilizes a wide range of precision, high-speed molding machines, often in the 100–500-ton range for medical high-efficiency equipment including Arburg, Husky, or Nissei for medical applications.

• Verify correct set-up of molds, processes and auxiliary equipment before machine start up.
• Mold processing and process troubleshooting of various types of injection molds and thermoplastic resins.
• New mold and process validation and carries out document works for hourly, weekly monthly production records.
• Handling Extrusion machines, start up and set up procedures
• Lead a small team of people in execution of daily production tasks, work scheduling, training, maintenance and in continuous improvement
• Assembly department Works
• GDP, GmP, 6s ISO activities
• Attend the trouble shooting of all machines in order to minimize the break-down time and to increase the availability
• Supervise and direct all assigned Injection Molding Department personnel
• Assist Supervisor with training programs for new employees
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Company's policies and applicable laws
• Implement and manage all maintenance functions, including but not limited to preventive, corrective and emergency maintenance on all injection molding equipment

Assistant Super indent - Nel cast foundries ltd - India

(2006-07 - 2007-08)

Nelcast pvt ltd is India's largest jobbing foundry specializing in manufacturing high-quality Ductile and Grey Iron castings, with a production capacity of 160,000 Metric Tons per annum. Established in 1982 in Ponneri Tamil Nadu, the company supplies critical components to the automotive, tractor, railway, and off-highway sectors including Ductile Iron & Grey Iron Castings (0.5 kg to 260 kg) with supplies to international markets including the USA, Europe, and Australia.

• Handling molding department
• Perform problem-solving to develop corrective actions for customer issues or to initiate continuous improvement
• Respond to problems by performing corrective technical or mechanical solutions.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Company's policies and applicable laws
• Manage and control the work force according to the plan and Production.

Graduate Engineering Trainee - Ennore foundries ltd (Hinduja groups) - India

(2004-12 - 2006-01)

Ennore Foundries ltd established in 1959 in Chennai and part of the Hinduja Group, is a premier Indian automotive jobbing foundry. It specializes in high-precision grey iron and aluminium castings, including cylinder blocks and heads for major auto manufacturers. In 2016, the company was amalgamated with Ashok Leyland Limited.

• Assisting shift supervisors with daily, weekly, and monthly production targets.
• Learning and operating machinery for cold box and shell core making.
• Assisting in auto-pouring, induction furnace operations, and high-pressure molding lines.
• Monitoring product quality, assisting in PPAP activities, and ensuring safety standards.
• Learning and implementing Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and 5S concept

B.E. - Electrical and Electronics Engineering - Sri Venkateswara college of Engineering (2004)

Diploma - Electronics and Communication Engineering - Ramakrishna polytechnic (2001)

HSC - Govt boy's higher secondary school (1999)