Venkat Kumar

To excel in the field of Mechanical Engineering and seek opportunities where I can effectively utilize my experience and skills to contribute to the success of the organization while also improving my personal skills.

Assistant Manager, Machine Shop - Bharat Forge Private Limited (Kalyani Group)

(2023-10)

Bharat Forge, part of the Kalyani Group, is an Indian multinational conglomerate operating in key sectors such as engineering steel, automotive and non-automotive components, renewable energy, infrastructure, specialty chemicals, and defense manufacturing.

• Production Planning: Prepare production and dispatch plans based on customer requirements.
• Manpower Planning: Determine manpower needs for each production cell.
• Process Oversight: Oversee production processes and monitor product changeovers.
• Meetings Participation: Actively participate in weekly production meetings.
• Lean Manufacturing: Implement lean manufacturing principles to improve efficiency.
• Cycle Time Reduction: Reduce cycle and setting times through appropriate tooling selection.
• Resource Utilization: Ensure effective use of manpower, machines, and materials.
• Process Improvement: Support machining and assembly process improvements for robustness.
• Troubleshooting: Solve problems and debug CNC turning centers, machining centers, and special purpose machines (SPMs & GPMs).
• Continuous Improvement: Identify, implement, and review continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintenance Coordination: Organize repair and routine maintenance of production equipment.
• Troubleshooting Expertise: Address machine shop troubleshooting effectively.
• Quality Control: Control and analyze non-conforming products and resolve shop floor complaints with the Quality Department.
• New Product Coordination: Collaborate with the New Product team on product modifications and documentation.
• Safety and Cleanliness: Ensure operational safety and maintain cleanliness of the premises.
• Staff Supervision: Supervise junior staff and organize relevant on-the-job training (OJT).

Senior Engineer, Machine Shop - Hi-Tech Arai Pvt Ltd (Auto Cast Division-2)

(2018-01 - 2023-09)

At Hi-Tech Arai Automotive™, I contributed to the production of high-quality ferrous and non-ferrous critical engine and transmission components for leading global automotive OEMs, including Hyundai Motor India Limited, John Deere, Garrett Turbo Technologies, Denso Kirloskar, Turbo Energy Private Limited, and Ford Motor Company.

Engineer, Machine Shop&Assembly - Freins Engineering Ltd. (Unit of M/s Brakes India Ltd.)

(2008-10 - 2018-01)

At Freins Engineering Ltd., an ISO/TS16949:2002 and ISO 14001:2004 certified company, I played a crucial role in the production of hydraulic actuation systems for brake and clutch applications, supplying original equipment to major manufacturers of cars, MUVs, trucks, buses, defense vehicles, tractors, trailers, and off-highway vehicles.

• Packing and Delivery Management: Oversee packing and delivery activities, ensuring timely and accurate shipments.
• Customer Support: Serve as a cross-functional team member to address customer complaints and conduct warranty return analysis.
• Work Instruction Development: Prepare clear and detailed work instructions to facilitate efficient operations.
• SAP Proficiency: Utilize SAP for effective inventory management and production tracking.
• CNC and Machinery Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve issues in CNC turning centers, vertical/horizontal machining centers, multi-spindle automats, vertical honing machines, and special purpose machines (SPMs) and general purpose machines (GPMs).
• Continuous Improvement Initiatives: Identify, implement, and review continuous improvement processes to enhance operational efficiency.
• Training and Development: Responsible for skill development training to elevate team competencies.
• Error Prevention: Implement poka-yoke systems in the machine shop and assembly areas to prevent and detect human errors.

VMC Setter - Eppinger Tooling Asia Pvt. Ltd.

(2007-02 - 2008-09)

At Eppinger Tooling Asia, a unit of Engineer Germany and a 100% Export Oriented Unit (EOU), I contributed to the manufacturing and supply of VDI standard and non-standard driven tool holders for global VDI tool holder manufacturers.

• Set up and operated Vertical Machining Centers (VMC) to produce precision tool holders.
• Ensured adherence to strict quality standards and specifications during the manufacturing process.
• Collaborated with engineering teams to optimize production workflows and improve tool design.

CNC Machinist - Preciqual Components, Chennai - Chennai

(2004-06 - 2006-03)

At Preciqual Components, I operated and maintained various CNC machines, contributing to the production of high-precision components.

CNC Operator - Madras Industrial Products

(2002-05 - 2004-06)

At Madras Industrial Products, an ISO 9002 and API 6A certified company, I contributed to the production of high-quality gaskets for national and international markets.

S.S.L.C - Govt Higher Sec School Chennai-42 (1997)

DME - ArulMiguKalasalingam Polytechnic, Krishnan Kovil (2000)