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Hi, I’m
Logesvaran Kaliappan
Manufacturing Manager
Seremban,NEGERI SEMBILAN
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Summary
Versatile Senior Manager specializing in driving Manufacturing to meet quality output and planning, implementing and overseeing key improvements to drive business growth and efficiency. History of cultivating an open culture with free exchange of information. Pursuing new professional challenges with a growth-oriented company. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals
Overview
23
years of professional experience
Work History
MicronAhmedabad, Gujerat
Senior Manager
05.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
- Manage a team of IPPC to execute production line planning
- Constantly review production Wip in progress and advice Tactical team and internal Planning team on latest progress and best suitable plan.
- Work with Equipment, Process, Manufacturing, NPI and Quality Team to overcome obstacles to ensure meet 100% of loading plan and other KPI related to Production.
- Work within the cost and continue reduce drive cost reduction plans align with corporate Key Performance Indicators.
- Drive the corporate meeting and engage every side for bench marking process and continues improvement for Micron India Plant
- Setup a new Plant and train all new hires to Manufacturing built of 26million parts/week from 0.
- Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships with entire supply chain.
- Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures on process flow, non conformance
- Held weekly and monthly meetings to create business plans and workshops to drive production planning and other Manufacturing Key Performance Indicators
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
- Increased customer satisfaction with timely project deliveries and seamless communication.
- Spearheaded change management efforts for seamless adoption of new systems or processes among employees.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning through regular workshops, seminars, and training sessions for staff.
- Championed company-wide diversity and inclusion initiative, creating more supportive and innovative work environment.
- Balanced competing priorities efficiently while maintaining focus on critical tasks requiring immediate attention.
- Improved team productivity by implementing agile methodologies, reducing project completion times and enhancing collaboration.
- Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
- Conducted performance evaluations, compensations and hiring to maintain appropriate staffing requirements.
- Initiated sustainability program, reducing waste and promoting eco-friendly practices within company.
- Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
- Negotiated high-value contracts with new suppliers, securing better pricing and terms, which improved profit margins.
- Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliver high-quality results.
- Consolidated vendors and renegotiated contracts to optimize costs.
- Evaluated hiring, firing, and promotions requests.
Vishay SemiconductorKrobong, Melaka
Manufacturing Manager
05.2023 - 05.2025
Job overview
- Applied lean principles to improve workflow and quality and reduce waste.
- Coordinated efforts between engineering, design, procurement, and quality assurance departments to streamline product development cycles and improve overall productivity.
- Supervised production team, keeping production schedules on track to meet tight deadlines.
- Managed budget planning and forecasting activities for the manufacturing department, ensuring alignment with corporate financial goals while maintaining operational excellence.
- Manage a production team of 255 employees including manufacturing operators, Manufacturing Supervisor, technician and Line leaders from Wafer bank till Test process.
- Drive cost saving projects and other initiatives related to cost across the Sensor Department
- Drive daily production meeting and Executive linewalk & Gemba Audit
- Coordinated with other departments to align production with customer requirements.
- Performed detailed material inventories and ordered more supplies.
- Scrutinized production output and identified areas for improvement.
- Developed long-term strategies for manufacturing operations, aligning with company goals and objectives to drive sustainable growth.
- Oversaw inventory management, ensuring optimal levels were maintained to meet production demands without excessive stockpiling or shortages.
- Enforced health and safety protocols to promote safe working environment.
- Utilized data analysis tools to identify and resolve production issues.
- Analyzed production data and prepared reports for senior management.
- Reviewed processing schedules and production orders concerning inventory requirements, staffing requirements, work procedures and duty assignments, considering budgetary limitations and time constraints.
- Identified strategic business opportunities to advance technology through licensing and project development.
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
- Tracked new material shipments and coordinated flow of materials at different stages of manufacturing to align with procurement expectations.
- Managed a team of production staff, fostering a positive work environment and encouraging professional growth.
ON SEMINegeri Sembilan
Manufacturing Manager
03.2020 - 03.2023
Job overview
- Tracked new material shipments and coordinated flow of materials at different stages of manufacturing to align with procurement expectations.
- Managed over 1300 devices and 8 major Packages under SOSM Packages. Chipfet, Micro, SC-88, SOT223, SOT23, TSOP, US8 and SSOT.
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
- Achieved 57.6Million Target unit improvement from 47M/Week target
- Cycle time improved from 4.31 Days to 1.87 Days
- Critical Device List for Test achieved 100% target from 77%
- Applied lean principles to improve workflow and quality and reduce waste.
- Revitalized operational structures and procedures to successfully control turnover and waste, enhance output, and boost overall quality.
- Set product standards, examining samples of raw products and processing tests, to monitor quality of finished products.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Wrote process, employee and production schedules.
- Partnered with vendors and suppliers to effectively manage and budget.
- Performed detailed material inventories and ordered more supplies and created online system to keep Inventory record using Tableau
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Anticipated and addressed production problems, material shortages, equipment malfunctions, and unavoidable delays.
- Supervised production team, keeping production schedules on track to meet tight deadlines.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time to achieve best operation Target
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
- Setup New department CMOS operation
- Managed budget planning and forecasting activities for the manufacturing department, ensuring alignment with corporate financial goals while maintaining operational excellence.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new hires, resulting in reduced time-to-productivity for all employees.
- Trained in and implemented emergency response procedures to protect team members and property.
ON SEMINegeri Sembilan
Sr Cost Analyst
01.2019 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- In charge to drive USD1Million/Year Cost down project for all Production Supplies at Assembly operation.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through development of innovative solutions.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Analyzed competitor pricing strategies to maintain a competitive edge while maximizing revenue generation.
- Implemented process improvements that increased efficiency within the finance department, allowing for better resource utilization across the organization.
- Coordinated with department heads in developing budgets that align with their respective objectives while meeting company-wide financial targets.
- Developed comprehensive pricing structures to maximize revenue potential while maintaining competitiveness in the market.
ON SEMINegeri Sembilan
Human Resources Executive
04.2015 - 03.2019
Job overview
- Directed 6 job fairs to bring in local talent for long term and seasonal positions such as Wirebond Engineers and also Copper Wire Bond Engineers.
- Manage a Total of Events 44 a calendar Year, Employee Engagement Activities & CSR
- Evaluated human resources structure and plan for continual improvement and offered individuals professional and personal growth opportunities.
- Performed administrative and customer service functions by responding to general employee inquiries, addressing employee relations issues and scheduling meetings 4 Times a Quarter.
- Managed other HR staff and oversaw completion of tasks and initiatives every Bi Weekly.
- Participated at strategic and operational level to develop and strengthen human resources services, relationships and mission.
- Liaised between multiple business divisions to improve communications issues.
- Met with employees annually for progress reviews and performance assessments.
- Conducted company-wide town hall meetings every Quarter to convey updates.
- Developed succession plans and promotion paths for staff.
- Coordinated and engaged with leadership in planning and organizing calendars, events and activities for 5600 Employees in Site 1.
- Fostered cross-functional relationships to connect managers and employees and improve overall efficiency.
- Directed hiring and onboarding programs for new employees for both DL and IDL
- Used various social media platforms for media and blogger outreach.
- Produced and distributed brochures, newsletters and press kits.
- Promoted harmonious working climate to boost morale and productivity thru cultural events for every Festival
- Answered management and employee questions, interpreted contracts and resolved issues, almost 15 to 20 Employees a day
- Collaborated with HR team to establish useful implementation of employee relations programs and initiatives both at Site 1 and Site 2.
- Educated employees on company policy and kept employee handbook current.
- Managed other HR staff and oversaw completion of tasks and initiatives.
- Provided updates on HR policy changes to employees to satisfy compliance and state laws.
- Bolstered company culture with the introduction of employee engagement events and activities.
- Reduced turnover rates by developing comprehensive onboarding and training programs.
- Introduced flexible work arrangements that improved productivity while supporting employee work-life balance.
- Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.
- Facilitated leadership training programs to strengthen management skills across the organization.
- Generated and analyzed reports to monitor employee engagement and attrition trends.
- Partnered with department heads to address staffing needs, optimizing talent acquisition efforts.
- Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
StatsShipPac STATS ChipPAC Malaysia Sdn Bhd
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
03.2005 - 04.2014
Job overview
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.
- Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Analyzed and created reports to determine profit margins, trends and inventory levels.
- Coached, trained and mentored 20 associates to maximize performance by 8% and meet productivity goals.
- Developed, recorded and produced production reports with Microsoft Excell.
- Achieved on-time shipments goal by empowering employees to continued success.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Reviewed customer feedback and developed strategies to improve product quality.
- Managed team of 35 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
FlextronicShah Alam
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
03.2002 - 03.2004
Job overview
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.
- Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns. 40 Employees direct Reports
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow with 95% Output Target Achieved
- Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns
- Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products
Education
Australian Human Resource InstituteAustralia
Associate of Applied Science
05.2016 - 09.2018
Petaling Jaya Community CollageMalaysia
Associate of Applied Science from Electrical & Electronics
03.1998 - 10.2000
Sekolah Menengah Vocasional KlangMalaysia
High School from Electrical
01.1993 - 12.1997
Skills
Cost-control
Microsoft applications skills
Engineering/project management experience
Strategy implementation
Event execution
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Teamwork and Collaboration
Active Listening
Information gathering and analysis
Planting Tree
Team Building
Root Cause Analysis
Continuous improvements
Project Management
Accomplishments
- Machine Set Up - Gave directions to other workers regarding machine set-up and use.
- Troubleshooting - Adjusted controls or stopped machines and opened holding devices to correct problems.
- Production - Consistently met production and schedule levels.
- Maintenance - Reduced equipment downtime by 10% through planned maintenance, and also resource planning with material availability
- Supervised team of 145 employees direct reports and Indirect Reports of 12 .
Software
Social Media
Tableau
Project Management
Spreadsheets
Interests
Planting
Designing
Sports
Martial Arts (Karate)
Gardening
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Timeline
Senior Manager
Micron
05.2025 - Current
Manufacturing Manager
Vishay Semiconductor
05.2023 - 05.2025
Manufacturing Manager
ON SEMI
03.2020 - 03.2023
Sr Cost Analyst
ON SEMI
01.2019 - 03.2020
Australian Human Resource Institute
Associate of Applied Science
05.2016 - 09.2018
Human Resources Executive
ON SEMI
04.2015 - 03.2019
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
StatsShipPac
03.2005 - 04.2014
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
Flextronic
03.2002 - 03.2004
Petaling Jaya Community Collage
Associate of Applied Science from Electrical & Electronics
03.1998 - 10.2000
Sekolah Menengah Vocasional Klang
High School from Electrical
01.1993 - 12.1997