VENKATESHKUMAR SEETHARAMAN
Amherstburg,ON
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Manufacturing Engineering Expert with over 12 years of experience in the automotive industry. Proven track record of optimizing manufacturing processes, reducing production costs and implementing advanced technologies to enhance operational efficiency. Adept at leading cross-functional teams in high-pressure environments and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Skilled in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and automation technologies. Leadership skills with ability to mentor teams and foster a culture of innovation and excellence.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manufacturing Engineering Expert
Webasto Roof Systems
05.2022 - Current
- Design and optimize manufacturing processes for automotive components to improve efficiency and production costs
- Implement Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and Continuous Improvement initiatives to streamline workflows
- Analyze production line performance, identify bottlenecks and propose solutions to enhance throughput
- Guide the implementation of advanced manufacturing technologies to automate production lines
- Develop and manage process validation protocols for new equipment and processes
- Conduct FMEA to predict potential process failures and develop mitigation strategies
- Collaborate with design, supply chain and operations teams to ensure manufacturability of new designs
- Provide technical input to product development teams to align product designs with manufacturing capabilities
- Drive cost-reduction initiatives through process optimization, waste reduction and material efficiency
- Mentored a team of manufacturing engineers and operators
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and problem-solving within the team
Senior Industrial Engineer
Plasman
07.2016 - 04.2022
- Develop standard procedures, PFMEA and Control plan documents for plastic injection molded parts
- Perform capacity analysis, cycle time studies and line balancing of work for the molding machines and assembly cells
- Responsible for capital equipment (Degator) and tooling (Robot End of Arm Tool) purchases including justifications, quotes, and selection process
- Provide leadership in establishing standardized work, tools, and processes
- Assist leadership team in developing project plans, and cost / benefit analysis to ensuring project success
- Develops strategy, change management plan, and execution plan to improve flow of products
- Implemented auto flaming system in the molding presses to reduce DL costs associated with it
- Implemented closed loop regrinding and use of recycled resin process to reduce the resin consumption of injection molding parts
- Improves workflow by studying process flowcharts, recommending modifications in workflow and work procedures
- Develop, design, and setup injection molding processes, systems, workstations, and automation equipment
- Work with program management team for the new program launches
- Resolved production problems by evaluating products and processes to locate root causes using 5 why and 8D techniques
- Perform Plan layouts, utility requirements, and installation schedules for new launch programs in close collaboration with equipment vendors, new launch team and plant Maintenance team
- Lead warehouse design project to improve material flow.
Lean Manufacturing Engineer
Woodbridge Foam Corporation
09.2012 - 06.2016
- Worked during launch of new program to troubleshoot part fit and finish issues, Layout, material flow setup and line balancing
- Responsible for conducting Value Stream Map (VSM) event with cross functional team to reduce lead time of products
- Trained and lead cross functional team on SMED in Foam in Place line and Conventional lines
- Responsible for performing work measurement analysis using methods like stop watch time study, Video Timer Pro (Software) and MOST
- Generating new layout proposal for space savings, to improve work efficiency using AutoCAD LT
- Responsible for training new hires in 5S, Kaizen, VSM, Standard work and A3 problem solving
- Worked with different discipline managers on understanding the effect of variation using Statistical Process Control (SPC) tools and help them to do effective problem solving
- Worked with Production Manager on Line Balancing various production lines based on the customer demand, Overall Equipment Effectiveness and manpower availability
- Worked with Process Manager and Quality Engineers in the creation of PFMEA and control plans
- Implemented Kamishibai audit system to ensure standards are being followed across the plant for different disciplines
- Responsible for training coworkers in standardizing a job using TWI (Training Within Industry) technique.
Education
Master of Engineering - Industrial -
University of Windsor
08.2012
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical -
RMK Engineering College
08.2010
Skills
- Process Optimization
- Statistical Analysis
- Work Measurement Analysis
- Process FMEA
- Continuous Improvement
- Layout development
- Procedure Development
- Six Sigma
- Lean Manufacturing
- Project Management
- Control Plan
- Cost Reduction
- AutoCAD
- Flow planner
- New Product Launch
Certification
- Six Sigma Black Belt | ASQ
- PMP | PMI (Currently Pursuing)
Timeline
Manufacturing Engineering Expert
Webasto Roof Systems
05.2022 - Current
Senior Industrial Engineer
Plasman
07.2016 - 04.2022
Lean Manufacturing Engineer
Woodbridge Foam Corporation
09.2012 - 06.2016
Master of Engineering - Industrial -
University of Windsor
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical -
RMK Engineering College
- Six Sigma Black Belt | ASQ
- PMP | PMI (Currently Pursuing)
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