Prasath Narasimhan
Cranbourne,VIC
Summary
Highly ambitious with more than 20 years of strong background in manufacturing which includes Team leadership, operations, safety, set-up, training, and quality in plastics, sheet metal and high-end medical equipment's and technology. Possess effective leadership skills such as quality focused, aligned to organization metrics, values, service mindset, interpersonal communications, and employee relations. . Versed in documentation, compliance and scheduling. Streamlines workflow to maintain productivity and proactively addresses challenges to minimize downtime.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Supervisor
PCI Pharma Services
08.2023 - Current
- Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies, and organizing manpower.
- Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.
- Trained staff of direct labour employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
- Oversaw employee development plans to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
- Managed team of 15 production associates,2 team leads overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
- Streamlined communication between departments, fostering a collaborative work environment for efficient problem solving.
- Collaborated with management and engineering teams to develop and implement innovative strategies for maximizing production efficiency without compromising quality standards.
- Managed inventory levels effectively to ensure availability of raw materials and minimize stock discrepancies.
- Assisted in implementation of new systems or machinery upgrades for enhanced productivity and cost savings.
- Manage Customer complaints, Raise Events, deviations, Non-conformance, Work on CAPA actions for Production and process related issues.
- Write SOP's, WI's and raise control for process, document changes within the Quality system.
Production Team LEADER
Schott Minifab
11.2018 - 06.2023
- Supervised production staff of 20 to 30 people in different production lines
- Conducted daily stand-up talks with key stakeholders
- Reported to Production Manager and wider Manufacturing team on production targets and activities
- Ensured daily/weekly production targets and KPI's were met
- Ensured work was carried out to an highest safety standards
- Planned and coordinated all resources to meet production targets
- Provided support, motivation, feedback, and training for all within manufacturing team
- Established an culture of continuous improvement/5s for increased efficiency
- Performed all transactions and booking activities to ensure stock accuracy and labour inputs were correctly recorded
- Worked on CAPA/RCA tools/NCR reports to support Quality documentation
- Participated in monthly metrics meetings to provide updates to wider community on status of manufacturing dept.
- Worked with manufacturing engineers and attended weekly scrap meeting to achieve scrap targets
- Liaised with other NPI/Engineering dept for various new projects.
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
Machine Setter/ Leading HAND
Trajan Scientific Australia
09.2009 - 03.2018
- Set up 15 Key Centre-less Grinding machines for production of very precise Needles and Glass parts with tolerances of 0.002micron
- Set up Precision CNC Cylindrical Grinding machine to manufacture Mandrels for Glass products
- Set up Precision YAG Laser Welding/Shim Cutting/Laser Printing machines
- Set up Precision Side drilling of Needles with Pneumatic drilling machine
- Trained and directed 15-20 operators on the technical side of the job for grinding, welding, rumbling, and washing of parts
- Conducted first-off and hourly Quality checks and inspection of parts
- Used Point man and pronto to navigate Drawings, Work orders, and booking of parts
- Developed new processes for operators resulting in performance improvements and smooth production run
- Achieved Departmental objective of running the production by making jigs and fixtures and implementing 5S and LEAN manufacturing
- Liaised with other Departments for setting of other production machines and cross-training.
Moulding- Machine SETTER
Technicolor Pty Ltd
09.2008 - 05.2009
- Set up injection Moulding machine
- Changed inserts for different jobs
- Ran the machine PLC line for the smooth running of CD's and DVD
- Conducted visual Quality Inspection for mould defects and used Special purpose inspection devices for faults and corrections.
Technician- Mould maker
Seiko Instruments
07.2006 - 07.2008
- Manufactured precision injection moulding inserts
- Worked on the Injection moulding Inserts for maintenance and repairs
- Operated Special purpose cylindrical grinding, Lathes and TIG welding process to repair the inserts and dies
- Worked in Liaison with Moulding operations team and quality Assurance team for First off and regular quality checks.
Education
BBA In BUSINESS - Administration
Annamalai University
Diploma In Tool And Die MAKING -
Nettur Technical Training Foundation
Certificate IV in Frontline Management
TAFE
NSW08.2017
Skills
- Production Efficiency
- Process implementation
- OHS regulations
- Safety Policies and Procedures
- Root Cause Analysis- RCA
- Safety-First Mentality
- Operational Efficiency
- Performance Metrics
- HAZMAT Training
- Equipment Efficiency
- Continuous Improvements
- Training Initiatives
- Assessing Production Schedules
- GMP Implementation
- Staff Meetings
- Production Planning
- Employee Performance Reviews
- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Inventory Reports
- Developing Work Schedules
- Quality Control
- Staff Development
- Compliance Understanding
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the information furnished above is true to the best of my knowledge. (Prasath Narasimhan)
References
References available upon request.
Certification
Mental Health First Aider
Timeline
Production Supervisor
PCI Pharma Services
08.2023 - Current
Production Team LEADER
Schott Minifab
11.2018 - 06.2023
Machine Setter/ Leading HAND
Trajan Scientific Australia
09.2009 - 03.2018
Moulding- Machine SETTER
Technicolor Pty Ltd
09.2008 - 05.2009
Technician- Mould maker
Seiko Instruments
07.2006 - 07.2008
BBA In BUSINESS - Administration
Annamalai University
Diploma In Tool And Die MAKING -
Nettur Technical Training Foundation
Certificate IV in Frontline Management
TAFE
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