Aswinraj Mandalapu Logganathan
Irving,Texas
Summary
An experienced tool and die maker and supervisor with 15 years of work experience. Highly motivated Production & manufacturing Engineer with comprehensive experience in process improvement, quality assurance and manufacturing. Exceptionally talented at investigating and sourcing new equipment and identifying and addressing technical issues.
Dynamic professional possessing excellent planning, executing and monitoring capabilities.
Determined leader eager to leverage knowledge in engineering principles and concepts. Skilled in implementing manufacturing processes, developing production systems and analyzing product designs. Smart and dedicated to cost-saving initiatives and process improvements. Smoothly direct employees carrying out stamping operations to achieve demanding production goals, schedules and budget targets. Driven leader with excellent analytical, decision-making and project management abilities. Maintain employee focus and achieve quality targets with hands-on supervision.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Engineer
Fongkai USA INC
02.2024 - Current
- Plan, manage, and oversee all elements of production in factory
- Analyze current production methods & develop an improved production process
- Design and implement cost-reductive changes
- Maximize productivity of machinery and workers
- Follow product specifications and quality control measures
- Determine which machines, tools, equipment, etc
- Will be used and where they will be stationed in the facility
- Determine how many workers are needed to man the production line
- Train, supervise, and manage production line workers
- Increase speed and efficiency of processes without compromising quality
- Develop and implement quality control measures that effectively monitor products and guarantee desired results
- Ensure all steps of production run smoothly and efficiently
- Educate employees on proper methods in which to operate machinery
- Maintain equipment for maximum safety and efficiency
- Diagnose origin of breakdowns, including human error, and troubleshoot problems
- Communicate with clients and vendors to obtain materials and/or equipment needed.
- Performed root cause analysis and implemented corrective actions.
- Provided recommendations for approval and delivered technical assistance for resolution.
Supervisor
Honeywell Electronic Materials LTD
03.2016 - 09.2023
- Develop operational standards, working procedures and supervise a staff of 15 tool and die makers and 10 tool technicians
- Achieve a high yield of 97.5% in stamping parts with no scratch, dent and burr
- Reduce conversion time from 7 hours to 2 hours by standardizing process
- Reduce model conversion time by 50% in transfer press
- Conduct daily planning to ensure efficient production line
- Monitor OEE and create action plan on KPI's.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Boosted team performance by developing customer service training materials and conducting service training.
- Identified problems and specific resolutions to fix defective, damaged, or malfunctioning parts, assemblies, equipment and systems.
- Used lean manufacturing principles to develop, evaluate and improve manufacturing methods.
- Developed technical documentation, including standard operating procedures, work instructions, and engineering drawings to support manufacturing operations.
- Led Kaizen events focused on continuous improvement within various areas of the manufacturing environment.
- Implemented cost-saving measures by identifying opportunities for reducing material waste in the production process.
- Conducted root cause analysis on defective products, leading to targeted improvements in manufacturing processes.
- Contributed to achieving safety targets by proactively addressing potential hazards and promoting a strong safety culture throughout the facility.
- Contributed to inventory management, ensuring optimal stock levels and timely reorders of popular styles.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of existing analytics methodologies, recommending improvements where necessary.
- Evaluated new technologies in the industry to determine potential applications within the company''s operations.
- Established best practices for tool storage and organization, ensuring easy access during high-demand periods.
- Participated in Lean Manufacturing initiatives, contributing to the identification and elimination of waste within the tooling processes.
- Streamlined workflow through effective communication with production staff regarding tool usage and maintenance procedures.
- Conducted root cause analysis on recurring tooling problems to identify areas for improvement.
- Reduced production time and costs by optimizing existing tooling processes for maximum efficiency.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs to reduce downtime caused by unexpected equipment failures.
- Improved product quality with thorough inspection of tools and equipment for wear or damage.
- Increased machine uptime by maintaining and repairing tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, and molds.
- Assisted in the development of standardized work instructions for all staff members using tools or equipment.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing data related to tool performance and identifying opportunities for optimization.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to develop demand forecasts, ensuring accurate production planning and inventory control.
- Supported production planning, ensuring timely availability of tools for manufacturing operations.
- Facilitated cross-functional communication between teams responsible for procurement, production planning, quality assurance.
- Suggested improvements to designs and documentation to improve product reliability and manufacturability.
- Implemented a robust documentation system, ensuring accurate tracking of quality metrics and trends over time.
- Conducted root cause analyses on defective products, leading to effective corrective action plans and improved product performance.
- Contributed to the continuous improvement culture within the organization through active participation in Kaizen events and Six Sigma projects.
- Reviewed existing manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for yield improvement and reduced process variation.
- Conducted in-depth defect analysis for completed assemblies and components to root cause level.
- Participated in process improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma methodologies, yielding significant cost savings for the company.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project outcomes while maintaining cost effectiveness.
Shift Lead
Honeywell Electronic Materials LTD
07.2012 - 03.2016
- Manufacture and preparation of spares
- Worked in coining, trimming and progressive tools
- Set up transfer die and transfer system
- Troubleshoot online problems and update CAPA
- Work on CIP's and roll out to all part numbers
- Conduct PCS study of transfer press by comparing IP and Plating data
- Implement new controls and improve die dimensional stability
- Plan monthly manpower and manage shifts.
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
- Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure consistency in product offerings across shifts at the establishment.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, ensuring safety standards were met consistently.
- Delivered superior training and leadership to teams to boost performance and help team members achieve performance targets.
- Mentored team members in professional development activities that ultimately led to promotions within the organization.
- Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
- Streamlined inventory management processes to reduce waste and increase profitability.
Junior engineer
Tyco Electronics
01.2011 - 06.2011
- Production and preventive maintenance of High-speed progressive dies
- Maintain ISO standard technical documentation for production
- Evaluated existing systems and processes to identify areas for improvement, leading to increased operational efficiency across projects.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Tool Technician I
N.T.T.F.I.L.
07.2007 - 07.2010
- Fit tools to the press
- Select parts for gauge
- Manufacture spares (milling, lathe, drilling, cylindrical and surface grinding)
- Coordinate milling machines
- Online support for production department.
Education
Associate in Tool And Die Making - Tool And Die Technology
Nettur Technical Training Foundation
01.2007
Skills
- Knowledge in manufacturing of press tool, jigs and fixtures
- Experience in trouble shooting, problem solving, repairing & preventive maintenance of tools
- Capable of working in all tool room conventional machines
- Experience in working with all measuring instruments
- Knowledge of handling presses from 15ton to 1200ton
- Ability in troubleshooting tools for burr, slug pulling, slug jam, hitting & scoring mark, scratch, dents, flow mark and tool mark
- Product Documentation
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Documentation And Reporting
- Training and mentoring
- Safety enforcement
- Process Validation
- Quality Assurance
- Production Planning
- Root Cause Analysis
- Knowledge Sharing
- Project Management
- Reporting capabilities
- Failure Analysis
- Manufacturing Processes
- Capacity Planning
- Engineering
- Mass manufacturing
- Failure mode and effects analysis
- Continuous Improvement Methods
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational Skills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Self Motivation
- Team building
- Dedicated Work Ethic
- 5S methodology
- Machine Operation
- Workplace Safety
- Cost Reduction
- Material Selection
- Expert Problem Solving
- Tooling design
- Surface grinding
- Computer Skills
- Safety Procedures
- Tool Maintenance
- Precision machining
- Fixture design
- New Product Development
- Production Order Review
- Troubleshooting skills
- Maintenance Planning
- Operational Efficiency
- Decision-Making
- Critical Thinking
- Analytical Thinking
- New Employee Hiring
- Lean Manufacturing Processes
- Emergency Response
- Product Planning
- Continuous Improvement
- Goal Setting
- Dedication to product quality
- Business Forecasting
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Cause and effect analysis
- Assembly and production
- Operations Management
- Manufacturing
- Equipment monitoring
- Cost Control
- KPI Tracking
- Lean Manufacturing
- Data-driven
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Timeline
Production Engineer
Fongkai USA INC
02.2024 - Current
Supervisor
Honeywell Electronic Materials LTD
03.2016 - 09.2023
Shift Lead
Honeywell Electronic Materials LTD
07.2012 - 03.2016
Junior engineer
Tyco Electronics
01.2011 - 06.2011
Tool Technician I
N.T.T.F.I.L.
07.2007 - 07.2010
Associate in Tool And Die Making - Tool And Die Technology
Nettur Technical Training Foundation