Barath Kumar Ruthramurthy
Moncton
Summary
Passionate and highly skilled Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in truck manufacturing and assembly. With over 6 years of experience in managing truck parts quality assurance, troubleshooting issues, and conducting test track trials, I bring a comprehensive understanding of heavy-duty truck systems. My expertise extends to vehicle assembly processes, quality control, and creating technical training materials, including picture catalogs and assembly instructions, which were used to train teams both domestically and internationally. I possess advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and SAP, and have a proven ability to develop and deliver training programs that enhance technician performance and support continuous improvement. Additionally, with a diploma in supply chain management and experience at ExxonMobil, I bring a well-rounded understanding of logistics, inventory, and process optimization. With my hands-on experience in truck assembly, quality assurance, supply chain and my passion for automobile, I am eager to contribute to the success of your service team as a Technical Trainer.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Replenishment Planner
ExxonMobil Global Services
09.2022 - Current
- I was intern between September 2022 to April 2023
- Execute product movement and manage inventory levels using APO and SAP to ensure timely replenishment at supply points.
- Identify and resolve slow-moving, surplus, and blocked inventory while coordinating with plant schedulers and customer service teams to minimize supply disruptions.
- Track in-transit inventory, facilitate railcar movements, and approve non-optimum shipments while ensuring timely delivery of orders.
- Monitor and update master data in APO, process FUSE requests, and adjust shipping schedules for optimal inventory deployment.
Manager - Exports Planning and Assembly Operations
Daimler Trucks
07.2016 - 05.2021
- Developed technical training programs for overseas assembly plants, ensuring smooth vehicle production.
- Created detailed assembly instructions (picture catalogues) based on assembly drawings, Bill of Materials, SOP (standard operating procedures) and quality check controls.
- Provided on-site training at overseas location (Daimler Trucks South Africa plant) to ensure teams were proficient in truck assembly and troubleshooting.
- Overseen end to end operations which include parts packaging, logistics, and supply chain to support international truck assembly operations.
Engineer - Parts Quality Assurance
Daimler Trucks
08.2014 - 07.2016
- Contract employee deployed by Lead HR staffing.
- Led end-of-line quality inspections, identifying and resolving truck component issues.
- Conducted test track trials to assess vehicle performance and recommend improvements.
- Worked closely with manufacturers and suppliers to resolve part quality issues and improve overall product reliability.
- Provided technical support to service teams, troubleshooting assembly and performance concerns.
- Hands-on experience in troubleshooting and repairing entire steering and brake systems in trucks.
Education
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
Cape Breton University
Sydney, None04-2023
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Anna University
Chennai, India04-2014
Skills
- Expertise in SAP (Supply Chain, Quality, Manufacturing Modules)
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, Data Analysis, VBA)
- Skilled in PowerPoint for technical training and presentations
- Mechanical troubleshooting and repair (Steering & Brake Systems)
- Assembly line process optimization and quality assurance
- Technical training, development, and creation of training materials (manuals, SOPs)
- Strong background in logistics, supply chain, and export operations
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
Accomplishments
- 80% of vehicles hold for part quality issues at addressed within timeline.
- 100% of the vehicles hold for part quality issues were cleared on the same day.
- Prevented line stoppage by initiating on time containment action for Just in Time parts (Axles, Steering gear box).
- 98% of the issues were resolved with in timeline for the Pre-series part quality issues in 2015 Q1.
- Co-ordinated as Material manager for over 4000Knock down units from green field until series production.
- Analyzed customer claims jointly on-site and derived foolproof packing design solution for KD Kits.
- Provided solutions for completely built units & knock down kits on shipping & handling practices.
Languages
English
Full Professional
German
Elementary
Timeline
Replenishment Planner
ExxonMobil Global Services
09.2022 - Current
Manager - Exports Planning and Assembly Operations
Daimler Trucks
07.2016 - 05.2021
Engineer - Parts Quality Assurance
Daimler Trucks
08.2014 - 07.2016
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
Cape Breton University
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Anna University
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