RAJINDRA MURUGAIAH
SENIOR PRODUCT/PROCESS ENGINEER
Simpang Empat
Summary
Dependable and experienced senior process engineer with a strong track record of maximizing efficiency through effective time and resource management for timely project completion. Demonstrated expertise in SMT/Backend process implementation and optimization, leading to enhanced operational performance. Successfully handled NPI projects and drove them to mass production, accumulating a total of 6 years of experience in this field. Proficient in utilizing Minitab, Allegro, and SAP to streamline operations and drive productivity. Recognized for exceptional leadership skills that consistently deliver successful outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Senior Process Engineer
SMART Modular Technologies
10.2021 - Current
- Responsible for improvement, optimization, and implementation of SMT/backend mechanical process/assembly steps and operating regulated quality system.
- Define and setup the process for NPI projects based on product requirements and complexity.
- Generate and update PFMEA, SPC for new and sustaining products
- Define FA analysis such as (Cross section, Dye & Pry, Shock & Vibration, etc) for new qualification products and for product failure analysis.
- Implement process control by referring JEDEC & IPC standards.
- Perform DOE analysis with Minitab for new implementation and improvement projects
- Provide technical/reference documents such as Work Instructions (WI)/Visual Aid (VA) for new product and process
- Conduct qualification for the equipment or machinery prior purchasing
- Responsible to sustain Product Yield within the goal.
- To provide improvement plan (Kaizen, A3, DMAIC) for NPI and sustaining products
- Engaged with customers to present new product qualification report
- Improved product quality by conducting root cause analysis on process deviations and implementing corrective actions.
- Implemented cost-saving measures through the evaluation of equipment/tooling qualification and waste reduction strategies.
- Enhanced safety performance with the development of comprehensive operating procedures and training package.
- Created series of process optimizations to reduce production errors and increase quality.
- Evaluated new technology implementations, ensuring seamless integration into existing processes without affecting productivity levels.
- Streamlined workflow, resulting from thorough time studies and resource allocation assessments.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma (Kaizen, A3, DMAIC) methodologies, resulting in significant process enhancements.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers/vendors by negotiating favorable contracts that ensured access to high-quality materials at competitive prices.
- Developed simulation models using Minitab to analyze process performance with DOE, enabling better decision making for operational adjustments.
- Spearheaded technology transfer activities, ensuring smooth production scale-up from pilot plant to full-scale manufacturing operations.
- Mentored junior engineers/technicians, supporting their professional growth through technical guidance and coaching.
- Assisted in the preparation of technical reports documenting project progress, findings, recommendations, and lessons learned for future reference.
- Delivered presentations articulating complex engineering concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders for improved decision making.
- Optimized production processes by identifying and implementing improvements in equipment and procedures.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve overall plant efficiency and effectiveness.
- Drafted project plans and reports to define requirements
- Led Six Sigma projects to streamline processes.
- Conducted root cause analysis to identify, prioritize and eliminate process losses.
- Developed documentation, diagrams, and specifications to meet project requirements and regulatory standards.
- Analyzed and interpreted customer requirements to develop engineering solutions.
Manufacturing Engineer 1
Jabil Circuit
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Responsible for improvement, optimization, and implementation SMT process.
- Define/setup process for NPI projects based on product requirements.
- Bill of Materials (BOM) scrubbing for new product
- Provide and update PFMEA, SPC for new and sustaining products
- Perform DOE analysis for new implementation and improvement projects
- Provide Work Instructions (WI)/Visual Aid (VA) for new product and process.
- Implement ECO changes for the effected products
- Responsible to sustain the Product Yield within the goal.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma (Kaizen, A3, DMAIC) methodologies, resulting in significant process enhancements.
- Improved product quality by conducting root cause analysis on process deviations and implementing corrective actions.
- Engaged with customers to present new product qualification report
- Manage RFQ, PO (Purchase order) and DO (Delivery Order) and work with vendor End-to-End NPI and mass production tooling readiness
Process Engineer
Flextronics Technology (Penang) Sdn. Bhd
08.2018 - 10.2020
- Responsible for overall Front End & Backend manufacturing process compliance
- Accountable of process ow setup for NPI & Mass Production models/products in shop floor system & production floor
- Verify Bill of Material (BOM) of the NPI models and update into shop floor system
- Responsible to configure products key information (NPI and sustaining build) into system
- Provide FMEA for NPI products
- Prepare and provide station instruction card for NPI products
- Responsible to meet NPI shipment on time
- Accountable to meet (Manufacturing Lead Time (MLT) for NPI models
- Provide FA report to customer for every qualification build and NPI build for approval
- Committed to customer requirement and able to meet their expectations
- Responsible to sustain the yield within the goals and provide RCCA for any failure/reject
- Implement the ECO changes on the sustaining products
- Define Rework process flow for RMA products
Education
Master of Engineering - Management
University Putra Malaysia
Seri Kembangan, Selangor, Malaysia 01.2021 - 01.2023
Bachelor (Hons) - Electrical and Electronic Engineering
University Putra Malaysia
Seri Kembangan, Selangor, Malaysia 01.2014 - 01.2018
Diploma in Electronic Engineering - Optoelectronic
Politeknik Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin
Arau, Perlis 01.2011 - 01.2014
Skills
Microsoft Office
Time management
Problem-solving
Teamwork
Interpersonal skills
Communication
Excel
SAP
Minitab
Project Scheduling
Agile expertise
Process troubleshooting
Process Flow Diagram Development
Process Control
Process Development
Pilot plant operations
Six Sigma expertise
PFMEA
DOE
NPI
SMT
Mechanica Process
Accomplishments
- Flextronics Technology (Penang) Sdn. Bhd., 2019, Member of Kaizen Workshop (External)
- Flextronics Technology (Penang) Sdn. Bhd., 2018, Member of Kaizen Workshop (External)
- 2019, Received Star Award (Individual Performance Award) within a year
- 2020, Successfully setup/build 240 NPI models process flow with customer approval and currently transferred to production mode.
- University of Putra Malaysia, 2018, Gold Medalist for Final Project Exhibition
- University of Putra Malaysia, 2018, Director of college event 'Chithirai Vizha 2.0'
- University of Putra Malaysia, 2018, Head of Department of Protocol for Persatuan Hindu UPM (PHUPM) event
- University of Putra Malaysia, 2018, Floor Manager (Protocol) for college event
- Politeknik Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin, 2014, Gold Medalist
- Politeknik Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin, 2014, Dean List (Diploma in Electronic Engineering (Optoelectronic) for 6 semesters
Personal Information
Nationality: Malaysian
References
- Mr. Shankeresvaren s/o Subramaniam, Jabil Circuit Sdn. Bhd, ME Operations Manager, +60 (12) 4065577
- Mr. Siva, Flextronics Technology (Penang) Sdn. Bhd., Production Operations Director (POD), +60 (12) 4122639
Ssn
930212-07-5575
Project Achievements
SMART Modular Technologies Sdn.Bhd 2021 - Present
LEAN - Command Center 2nd Place ($43k Annual Savings)- 2024
LEAN - Underscreen Efficiency ($26k Annual Savings)- 2024
LEAN – SMT Support Pin Improvement 3rd Place- 2023
Jabil Circuit Sdn.Bhd 2020 - 2021
Improvement plan on masking process (A3)
Auto prepping machine implementation (A3)
Insufficient Solder Improvement Plan (DMAIC)
Flextronics Technology (Penang) Sdn. Bhd. 2018 - 2020
Implemented 15 improvements projects on process efficiency shop floor systems
Timeline
Senior Process Engineer
SMART Modular Technologies
10.2021 - Current
Master of Engineering - Management
University Putra Malaysia
01.2021 - 01.2023
Manufacturing Engineer 1
Jabil Circuit
10.2020 - 10.2021
Process Engineer
Flextronics Technology (Penang) Sdn. Bhd
08.2018 - 10.2020
Bachelor (Hons) - Electrical and Electronic Engineering
University Putra Malaysia
01.2014 - 01.2018
Diploma in Electronic Engineering - Optoelectronic
Politeknik Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin
01.2011 - 01.2014
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