PARKER

Performed time studies to understand current state of assembly process.
Engaged team in load balancing and layout analysis.
Analysis performed for a cell with approx. 50 models of product with cycle times ranging from 6 min to 23 min.
Developed revised layout for cell as per lean principles.
Developed pull-based material feeding strategy.
Coordinating all aspects of line modification (obtaining quotations & interacting with vendors, setting up material flow system, assistance with commissioning of modified line).

Drove CFT to design plant expansion layout as per lean principles, and a step-by-step procedure.
Listed all functional modules to be included in the layout.
Identified Needs & Wants.
Calculated area required by each module.
Brainstormed different layout options.
Led team exercise to objectively analyze & choose best option using decision matrix technique.

Implementation of FIFO racks, & modified binning & feeding process for Hi-runner parts in Stores.

CNG Dispensers being assembled using job-shop techniques (no standard process, material organization, takt adherence etc.)
Goal was to improve assembly & testing capacity from 20 to 40 dispensers / month.
Process recorded on video, and detailed time study performed.
Designed improved assembly cell, incorporating:
- 5S – Defined stations for all equipment, material, tools.
- Fixtures and other aids to improve operator ergonomy and speed of assembly.
- Balanced line load.
- Pull-based material flow & well-defined parts presentation strategy.
- Well-defined systems for communication of production requirements and performance.
Coordinated all aspects of equipment procurement (quotations, vendor tracking, runoffs, installation & commissioning).
Drawing board-to-production achieved in 3 months.

Conducted training on 5S and 3Ms for plant associates & staff.
Drove plant-wide waste identification drive.
Currently driving 1S & 2S drives across the plant (red-tagging unwanted material & deciding on disposition, organizing required material as per need)
Driving floor team leaders & middle management continuously to maintain 1S & 2S disciplines through frequent presence on plant floor.

Coordinating the manufacturing launch of Parker’s mobile hydraulic valve family at their Navi Mumbai plant.
Responsible for timely launch of the machining, assembly & test cell, to meet specific capacity and investment targets.
Responsible for coordinating development of local suppliers for certain key components.
Co-ordination of all activities from Product Design, Sales, Supplier Development, Operations and Quality.