Mahendran Naraiyana
Highly Experienced Project Management & NPI
Shah Alam, Selangor
Summary
Knowledgeable NPI & Manufacturing with strong background in engineering management. Successfully led cross-functional teams and delivered multiple high-impact projects within budget and on time. Demonstrated ability to streamline processes and foster innovation through effective team collaboration and strategic planning.
Experienced with leading diverse engineering teams to achieve project goals efficiently. Utilizes strategic planning and process optimization to drive innovation and operational excellence. Track record of fostering collaborative environments and ensuring high standards in project execution.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
8
8
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Director of Business Development
AIM MULTI VENTURE
01.2014 - Current
- Involve in security system enhancements such as CCTV, surveillance, sensors,. access systems. etc.
- Negotiated, prepared, and signed contracts with clients.
- Increased client base by developing and implementing effective business development strategies.
- Mentored team members to develop their skills, leading to increased productivity and successful promotions within the company.
- Analyzed market trends and competitor data, informing strategic decision-making processes for business growth opportunities.
- Presented persuasive presentations at industry conferences showcasing company expertise, generating interest from potential new clients.
- Generated significant revenue growth with the implementation of innovative marketing campaigns.
- Championed organizational change initiatives that resulted in streamlined operations and significant cost savings for the company.
- Spearheaded client retention efforts by providing exceptional service and fostering long-term professional relationships built on trust and mutual respect.
Current Product Engineering, Manager
FLEXTRONICS DESIGN ASIA
01.2010 - 12.2013
- Promoted from Project Engineer within the organization.
- Managed Hewlett Packard Printer (AIO) and Control Panel product in Malaysia & China (Zhu Hai) productions. Post productions defects analysis and resolutions. Liasing with R&D from HP Team (US) and Flex Design Asia (Spore)
- Enhanced overall team productivity with continuous training and mentoring of junior engineers.
- Improved engineering processes by streamlining workflows and implementing efficient project management techniques.
- Identified areas of improvement in existing systems, providing recommendations that resulted in significant cost savings over time.
- Implemented quality control measures to reduce errors, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Checked design compliance with product specifications and standards requirements.
- Led cross-functional teams for successful product development, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to specifications.
- Managed risk assessments during project planning phases, proactively mitigating potential issues before they arose during execution stages.
- Fostered a culture of innovation and continuous improvement by encouraging the sharing of ideas, leading to increased creativity and problem-solving capabilities within the team.
- Streamlined communication between departments by establishing regular meetings, improving collaboration on complex projects.
Project Engineer (NPI)
Flextronics Design Asia
01.2006 - 12.2010
- With 4 years of experience in NPI project management, I am adept at driving product development from concept through launch. My expertise lies in leading cross-functional teams, optimizing project timelines, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. I am dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that align with business objectives, fostering collaboration, and achieving strategic outcomes. Well verse in Bill of Materials (BOM).
- Led several Hewlett Packard (HP) printer lines from R&D thru Start of Ramp with 100% success rate meeting customer deadlines.
- Led Product transfer from Malaysia to following operations in Flextronics such as China, Brazil, Hungary, Mexico
- Developed and maintained comprehensive project plans, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.
- Led cross-functional teams to drive collaboration and meet project milestones effectively.
- Monitored project quality, ensuring deliverables met established standards and exceeded expectations.
- Conducted risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize project disruptions.
- Facilitated stakeholder engagement, ensuring alignment with project objectives and fostering collaboration.
- Coordinated with operations for seamless transitions from development to production.
- Ensured adherence to project management methodologies and best practices for continuous improvement.
- Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
- Achieved successful project outcomes by maintaining accurate documentation and meeting strict deadlines.
- Developed positive working relationships with stakeholders to effectively coordinate work activities.
- Presented technical findings to stakeholders, ensuring clear understanding of project status and goals.
Process Engineer, R&D
EDMI LIMITED
01.2002 - 12.2005
- Responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining the manufacturing processes for printed circuit boards, ensuring they are efficient, reliable, and meet quality standards. This role involves collaborating with various teams, including design, manufacturing, and quality control, to ensure successful product introduction and ongoing production for Single Phase & Three Phase Energy Meters.
- Managed sub-cons for new product launching on front end (PCBA) processes till production and cross functional with quality team to meet highest production yield
- Conducted root cause analysis to identify, prioritize and eliminate process losses.
- Designed and executed experiments to identify process improvements, leading to reduced costs and increased efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve product quality, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Reduced production downtime by conducting thorough root cause analyses and implementing corrective actions.
- Developed process control strategies for optimizing equipment performance and reducing variability in production output.
- Reviewed processes, identifying areas requiring improvement.
- Optimized manufacturing processes by implementing continuous improvement initiatives and lean methodologies.
- Supported new product development efforts through scale-up activities from pilot-scale testing to full-scale production implementation.
- Implemented standardized work instructions, enhancing operator understanding of critical tasks and improving workflow consistency.
- Met weekly with team members to discuss project implementations and alleviate any issues.
- Championed and facilitated kaizen events to drive continuous improvement efforts throughout the organization, resulting in a culture of operational excellence.
- Streamlined data collection methods for key process indicators, enabling real-time monitoring of operations performance trends.
Process Engineer, Production
Flextronics
01.2000 - 01.2003
- Oversees and assesses existing processes and workflows. Optimizes productivity by designing, implementing and testing new procedures. Assembles reports to document process status and changes. Tracks metrics to discover areas for improvement and monitor upgrades.
- Conducted root cause analysis to identify, prioritize and eliminate process losses.
- Designed and executed experiments to identify process improvements, leading to reduced costs and increased efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve product quality, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Reduced production downtime by conducting thorough root cause analyses and implementing corrective actions.
Education
MBA - TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT
CAMBRIDGE MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE
WILMINGTON, US 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA
WINNIPEG, CANADA 04.2001 -
Skills
Risk Management, Cross-functional Leadership, Vendor Management, Budget Forecasting, Sustainability Practices, Lean Methodologies
Project Analysis And Optimization, Time Management, Presentation Skills, Decision Making, Forecasting, Cost Reduction
Project Management (PMP)
Bill of Materials (BOM), SAP
Microsoft (Project, Excel, Word)
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Supervised team of 20 staff members.
- Achieved Product Ramp within the customer deadlines
- Successfully transferred productions line globally within the organizations
Certification
Measurement System Analysis
SPORTS
Highly active in badminton and soccer
Timeline
Director of Business Development
AIM MULTI VENTURE
01.2014 - Current
Project Management Professional (PMP)
04-2011
Current Product Engineering, Manager
FLEXTRONICS DESIGN ASIA
01.2010 - 12.2013
Project Engineer (NPI)
Flextronics Design Asia
01.2006 - 12.2010
Effective Waste Management
07-2003
Process Engineer, R&D
EDMI LIMITED
01.2002 - 12.2005
Measurement System Analysis
09-2001
Advance Product Quality Planning (APQP) & Production Part Approval (PPAP)
09-2001
QS 9000
08-2001
Failure Mode and Effect Analysis
08-2001
IPC-A-610
08-2001
Statistical Process Control
08-2001
MBA - TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT
CAMBRIDGE MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA
04.2001 -
Process Engineer, Production
Flextronics
01.2000 - 01.2003
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