Saminathan Subramaniam
Jasin,Malaysia
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in advanced testing and automation systems, including MULTITEST 8588/8589, MIT / AEM, and Laser power line technologies. Demonstrates proficiency in optimizing equipment performance and reducing downtime through innovative solutions such as SGA projects and SMART INTERFACE. Skilled in operating complex machinery like the 500 Ton press machines and ASM (SLS 250 / SLT 400 PLUS), with a strong focus on cost reduction and efficiency improvement. Career goals include further enhancing technical skills to drive operational excellence in high-tech environments.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
2021
2021
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Equipment Maintenance Manager
Ipoh, Perak
2024.11 - 2026.02
- Maintenance Planning & Team Coordination
- Develop and execute preventive/predictive maintenance based on equipment criticality and downtime analysis. Supervise technicians, assign work, track KPIs, provide training, and enforce safety and SOP compliance while promoting a strong safety culture.
- Equipment Monitoring & Inventory Management
- Monitor equipment performance, troubleshoot electro-mechanical failures, and implement corrective/preventive actions to improve uptime. Manage spare parts inventory and procurement to ensure critical parts availability at optimal cost.
- Budget & Cost Control
- Plan and manage maintenance budgets, track expenses, and apply cost-effective repair, replacement, and lifecycle strategies.
- Continuous Improvement & Reliability
- Conduct root cause analysis, analyze failure trends, and implement improvements to enhance equipment reliability and OEE.
- Improvement Projects
- Lead cost-saving and quality initiatives such as ESD auto-monitoring system implementation and establishing in-house board repair teams.
- Documentation & System Tracking
- Maintain maintenance logs, service records, and compliance documents using CEMS (Carsem Equipment Management System) for accurate asset history tracking.
- Specialization: Maintenance Planning & Scheduling, Equipment Reliability, Electro-Mechanical Troubleshooting, Team Leadership
Field Service Senior Engineer
Cohu Malaysia SDN BHD
Melaka, Batu Berendam
2015.01 - 2024.01
- Installation and Relocation:
- A. Install and relocate equipment at customer sites.
- B. Conduct start-up, cut-over, and check-out activities for newly installed systems.
- On-site Diagnostics and Technical Support:
- Provide on-site diagnostics and technical support for company front-line assets across the region. Reduce dependency on technical support through effective call support.
- Service and Support:
- A. Provide warranty and paid service for equipment, including preventive maintenance and addressing abnormalities.
- B. Coordinate service actions with customers to minimize downtime and improve Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE).
- C. Work with customers on NLOP (Next Level of Productivity) projects to improve OEE.
- Troubleshooting and Repair:
- A. Apply troubleshooting techniques to eliminate equipment malfunctions.
- B. Conduct diagnostic procedures to determine corrective actions.
- C. Replace defective units or components when necessary.
- D. Conduct training at customer sites for engineers and technicians.
- E. Coordinate with internal engineers to improve performance.
- F. Report all equipment issues and updates in Oracle/QI accordingly.
- Customer Relations:
- A. Professionally represent the company to customers.
- B. Inform customers about company product lines and services.
- C. Develop good customer relations during installations and service contracts.
- D. Update customers on new release features in mechanical or software upgrades to improve equipment efficiency.
- Equipment Maintenance:
- A. Maintain assigned equipment (e.g., computers, tool kits, diagnostic equipment, spare parts) in good working condition.
- B. Ensure security and accountability of equipment.
- Specialization: New handler commissioning, Equipment troubleshooting
Assistance Engineer
Dominant OPTO Technologies (Malaysia) SDN BHD
Melaka, Ayer Keroh
2013.01 - 2015.01
- In charge of equipment performance and maintenance activities for all Test Handler.
- Work Description:
- -Involved in major repairing, troubleshooting & calibration for all test equipment.
- -To perform planning for weekly, monthly, and yearly PM plan and carry out PM plan duties as scheduled.
- -To perform calibration and check spare part list, order spare parts, and do inventory checklist every week and at the end of every month.
- -Participate in management meetings for customer complaints and product improvement.
- -Participate in monthly management meeting with HOD and present maintenance KPI.
- Specialization:
Assistant Supervisor
Panasonic (Malaysia) SDN BHD
Melaka, Cheng
2012.01 - 2013.01
- Work Description:
- - Conduct Daily Production performance meetings with down line (OPERATORS/TECHNICIANS )to discuss on the issues that has to be rectified and tasks to be done on daily basis.
- - To check incoming raw materials for production usage and plan which devices on where it should be placed for production run (MACHINE).
- - Routine check of sufficient in coming material and hydraulic pump oil whether there is a need to refill for it to function properly.
- - Planing for any overtime support needed to maintain line performance.
- - Update daily output target and Yield to management.
- - To perform Update at white board. Every month do stock check for all production line and material.
- - Develop understanding with down line by working with them and have 2-way communication.
- Specialization: MAN MANAGEMENT TEAM
Line Technician
Infineon technologies (Malaysia)SDN BHD
Melaka, Batu Berendam
1997.01 - 2012.01
- Work Description:
- -To troubleshoot and repair machines during production.
- -To support Production Technicians during Mechanical\electronic faults.
- -To perform CALIBRATION of JHAM&TPM equipment.
- -Complete various inhouse training Module.
- -To communicate with the Production Supervisor to decide on the priority of needed product according to the customer requirement.
- -Involve in any Evaluation study and Qualification run.
- - Responsible for OEE plan and co-ordinate weekly, monthly and yearly Maintenance.
- -Attended Oversea Equipment training at Germany for Rasco and Multitest Handler.
- Specialization: LEAD A TEAM OF 10 OPERATORS AND 2 PRODUCTION TECHNICIANS TO HANDLE 20 MACHINES
Education
Executive Bachelor - Mechatronic Technology
University Malaysia Pahang (UMP)
Diploma - Industrial Electronics Technology
Institut Teknologi MIDAS
Skills
- MULTITEST 8588/8589
- MIT / AEM
- Laser (power line)
- MULTITEST 9928 (m3/MV-/T/t-bowl)
- RASCO 1000RT / 1800ST
- SGA projects – MIT PACK & PLACE (reduce downtime for MIT)
- HYPERTDUO (to reduce downtime & cost for AS65 adaptor)
- SMART INTERFACE (to reduce cost, downtime and improve housekeeping)
- SMART INSERT (to reduce downtime and cost for AS65 DIB pogo block insert)
- 500 Ton press machines
- ASM (SLS 250 / SLT 400 PLUS)
- NVCore Vision System Basic
- MT20 Basic
- MT9510XP
- Rasco Jaguar
Certification
- NCore Vision System Advance Training & Native Vision Basic Training
- NY20 Basic & Intermediate Training
- MT9928mm Advance & Expert (MULTITEST)
- MT9928 Handler assembling training (MULTITEST)
- MT9510XP Advance & Expert (MULTITEST)
- NY32DV L2 Intermediate Training (ISMEC)
- RASCO SO100RT service and maintenance training in GERMANY
- Rasco SO1000 line maintenance training
- Specific practices in workplace, Interpersonal Skills for Line
- The seven Habits of Highly Effective People
- Pertandingan kawat kecemasan pasukan keselamatan kebakaran agensi Kerajaan dan swasta
- Pencegahan dan keselamatan kebakaran (PKK)
- Hazardous chemical management
- Latihan Bersama HAMAT BOMBA & TIER
- First responder training
- Teambuilding
- 1st aid & CPR
Language
English
Tamil
Malay
References
- S., MANOGAR, HEAD OF TEST OPERATIONS, manogar@carsem.com, +6012-4546960
- SOON HOW, NG, REGIONAL SERVICE MANAGER, soonhowng@cohu.com, 123-456-7890
- K., GUNACHELVAM, MAINTENANCE MANAGER, KGunachelvam.kumarusa@Infineon.com, +6012-5061465
Timeline
Equipment Maintenance Manager
2024.11 - 2026.02
Field Service Senior Engineer
Cohu Malaysia SDN BHD
2015.01 - 2024.01
Assistance Engineer
Dominant OPTO Technologies (Malaysia) SDN BHD
2013.01 - 2015.01
Assistant Supervisor
Panasonic (Malaysia) SDN BHD
2012.01 - 2013.01
Line Technician
Infineon technologies (Malaysia)SDN BHD
1997.01 - 2012.01
Diploma - Industrial Electronics Technology
Institut Teknologi MIDAS
Executive Bachelor - Mechatronic Technology
University Malaysia Pahang (UMP)