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VIJAY PARGE

Edmondson Park,NSW

Summary

Results-driven Process Engineering Manager with over 30 years of experience enhancing efficiency and productivity through lean principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and stringent quality control standards. Proven leader recognized for expertise in process optimization, automation, and project management, consistently delivering impactful results in fast-paced environments. Strong ability to foster team collaboration and drive initiatives that align with organizational goals. Committed to leveraging extensive knowledge to implement innovative solutions that propel operational excellence.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Process Engineering Manager

Signify Australia
03.2024 - Current
  • Supplier Relationship Management: Developed strong relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of raw materials and components at competitive prices.
  • Lead Time Reduction: Reduced lead time to customer by 33% through production method changes and lean principles.
  • Continuous Improvement Culture: Fostered a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging team members to share ideas and experiment with new approaches.
  • Cost Reduction: Achieved 9% average reduction in factory sale price.
  • Vendor Proposal Review: Conducted technical reviews of vendor proposals, securing cost-effective solutions that met operational requirements.
  • Quality Control: Implemented statistical process control techniques, improving yield rates and achieving 3% improvement in FTT rates.
  • Safety Performance: Enhanced safety performance through regular audits, compliance enforcement, and employee training.
  • Troubleshooting: Led troubleshooting efforts to minimize downtime and maintain optimal production levels.
  • Capital Projects: Developed and executed capital projects for facility upgrades, increasing capacity and reducing operating costs.
  • Production Output: Increased production output by streamlining workflow, reducing bottlenecks, and enhancing team communication.
  • Line Balancing: Achieved 93% average line balancing, improving efficiency by 12%.
  • Process Optimization: Designed experiments to optimize process parameters, improving product quality and reducing raw material usage.
  • Cross-Functional Team Management: Managed cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliver high-quality products.
  • R&D Collaboration: Collaborated with R&D teams to scale up new processes from lab to pilot plant.
  • Technology Evaluation: Evaluated emerging technologies for potential application in existing processes.
  • Lean Manufacturing: Optimized process efficiency through lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement strategies.
  • Collaborated with R&D teams to scale up new processes from lab to pilot plant, ensuring seamless transitions during commercialization efforts.
  • Optimized process efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement strategies.

INDUSTRIAL PROJECT LEAD and PROCESS ENGINEER

SIGNIFY AUSTRALIA
03.2015 - 03.2024
  • Process Re-engineering Project: Successfully managed a project to bring back offshore manufacturing of Printed Circuit Board assembly, achieving a 90% reduction in lead time and a 55% cost reduction.
  • Equipment Selection and Documentation: Conducted thorough equipment selection and developed complex work instructions, SOPs, and processes.
  • Value Stream Mapping: Utilized Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and digitized documentation using 'mLean' software platform.
  • Stakeholder Management: Effectively liaised with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless communication and collaboration.
  • Plant Layout Optimization: Optimized plant layout and improved material handling systems, enhancing efficiency and productivity.
  • ERP System Upgrade: Upgraded ERP system to align with project requirements.
  • Problem-Solving: Demonstrated proficiency in identifying and resolving complex problems using qualitative and quantitative techniques.
  • Automation Capability: Pioneered the establishment of an in-house automation capability, resulting in a 59% decrease in production costs and a 30% increase in operational efficiency.
  • Digitized Manufacturing Program: Spearheaded the 'Digitised Manufacturing program', enhancing operational standards and productivity.
  • Productivity Improvement: Improved productivity from 83% to 96% through automation, process improvement, and LEAN methodology.
  • Cost Reduction: Reduced plant cost by 9% and increased plant yield by 12% through continuous improvement programs.
  • Annual Savings: Achieved an average annual savings of 9% (~AUD 930K) through process improvements and alternative component sourcing.
  • Global Manufacturing Standards: Adopted 'Global Signify Manufacturing Standards' and upheld MOST-based Labor standards, resulting in a 33% reduction in standard times.
  • New Product Introduction: Managed Design, Firmware, and Supply Chain for new product introduction, ETO, and LCM projects.
  • BOM Accuracy: Ensured precise Bill of Operations (BOO-routings) and Bill of Materials (BOM) data, achieving 99% BOM accuracy rate.
  • Industry 4.0 Compliance: Assessed and evaluated 'Industry 4.0' standards, working on significant projects to transform Signify Sydney towards Industry 4.0 compliance.
  • LEAN Journey: Served as site lead for the LEAN journey and assisted Signify Sydney for LEAN PHASE 2 exit.
  • Global Knowledge Sharing: Represented Signify Australia on a global platform for knowledge sharing, increasing manufacturing efficiencies internationally.
  • Project Management: Ensured timely delivery of critical deliverables, streamlined project management processes, and saved costs on multiple projects.

PROCESS ENGINEER

SIGNIFY AUSTRALIA
03.2008 - 03.2015
  • FTT Ratio Improvement: Led effort that improved First Time Through (FTT) ratio from 91% to 98%.
  • Facility Layout Design: Designed new facilities layout for production lines, incorporating lean production flow and minimal financial expenditure.
  • Process Automation: Introduced process automation through new equipment, reducing labor required by 19%.
  • 6S Implementation: Implemented 6S in Production, raising standards of clean workplace and promoting a culture of organization.
  • Continuous Improvement Culture: Started a continual improvement culture that is ongoing, driving ongoing enhancements.
  • Maintenance Rating System: Directed a new maintenance rating system, prioritizing tasks based on safety, budget, and effectiveness.
  • BOM Management: Created and maintained Bill of Materials (BOM), ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
  • Technical Support: Provided advanced technical support to manufacturing and EMS teams, resolving complex issues.
  • Business Growth Planning: Planned and supported business growth by restructuring and re-aligning production operations.
  • Issue Resolution: Provided technical assistance to production team when issues arose, ensuring minimal downtime.
  • Technology Evaluation: Evaluated new technologies and equipment upgrades to enhance process capabilities and ensure market competitiveness.
  • Supplier Coordination: Coordinated with suppliers to resolve raw material issues affecting production schedules.
  • Standardized Work Instructions: Implemented standardized work instructions, enhancing operator understanding and improving workflow consistency.

SURFACE MOUNT ENGINEER

MINELAB ADELAIDE SA
09.2005 - 03.2008
  • Supervised team of nine operators performing electronic assembly and repair work.
  • Equipment sourcing and maintenance.
  • Optimized SMT and Through Hole (TH) process including reflow, wave profile, solder paste printing, PCB cleaning.
  • Programmed, maintained, and repaired SMT reflow, wave solder, automated pick-and-place equipment.
  • Led new capital equipment projects and designed new processes.
  • Led preventive maintenance programs across the facility.
  • Led root cause analysis activities with cross-functional teams.
  • Wrote, reviewed and edited technical document in accordance with template requirements.
  • Participated in formal internal design reviews of proposed products and components.

MANUFACTURING MANAGER

SHARP INDIA LIMITED
05.1992 - 04.2005
  • Oversaw staff of 93 employees through 5 engineers and 2 managers.
  • Implementation of Just in Time delivery of raw material, reduction in lot size, and establishment of generic safety and buffer stocks.
  • Directed collaboration with the Sharp Japan manufacturing plant. Managed project of new production line installation for VCR plant.
  • Investigated new and emerging architecture, technologies, and standards.
  • Awarded ‘Overseas Technical Scholarship’ from Sharp Corporation Japan and as a part of it extensively trained for Kaizen and 5S in Japan.

Education

Diploma in Industrial Electronics - Industrial Electronics

Government Polytechnic Kolhapur
Kolhapur India
01.1992

Manufacturing

TAFE NSW
NSW
01.2016

Certificate 2 - Programmable Logic Controller

TAFE SA Adelaide
Adelaide, SA
01.2007

ORCAD PCB Design

01.1993

Skills

  • Process optimization expertise
  • Automation technology
  • Lean and Six Sigma specialist
  • Waste reduction
  • Effective stakeholder communication
  • Data analysis proficiency
  • Change management leadership
  • Strategic planning
  • Comprehensive documentation development
  • Equipment troubleshooting and upgrades
  • Project and resource management
  • Root cause analysis expertise

Certification

  • 2023-Lean advanced
  • 2018-Lean foundation
  • 2017-Quality System and Audit Foundation Level Certification
  • 2017-Process Management Foundation
  • 2017-PPAP Foundation Level Certification

Timeline

Process Engineering Manager

Signify Australia
03.2024 - Current

INDUSTRIAL PROJECT LEAD and PROCESS ENGINEER

SIGNIFY AUSTRALIA
03.2015 - 03.2024

PROCESS ENGINEER

SIGNIFY AUSTRALIA
03.2008 - 03.2015

SURFACE MOUNT ENGINEER

MINELAB ADELAIDE SA
09.2005 - 03.2008

MANUFACTURING MANAGER

SHARP INDIA LIMITED
05.1992 - 04.2005

ORCAD PCB Design

Diploma in Industrial Electronics - Industrial Electronics

Government Polytechnic Kolhapur

Manufacturing

TAFE NSW

Certificate 2 - Programmable Logic Controller

TAFE SA Adelaide

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