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SANGKARGANAS VEERIAH
Senior Supervisor
Ulu Tiram,01
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Summary
Results-driven Operations & Production Leader with over 20 years of experience in high-volume manufacturing and international logistics, certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and Google Data Analytics professional. Demonstrated expertise in combining AI workflow automation, SQL, and Tableau/Excel dashboarding with Lean/Kaizen frameworks to optimize plant capacity and operational throughput. Proven track record of managing 50+ operators, improving First-Pass Yield from 85% to 95%, cutting WIP costs by RM 750,000, and maintaining a 5-year zero lost-time safety record across ISO 9001 and OSHA environments.
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Work History
Senior Production Supervisor
Surfactor Asia Pacific Sdn Bhd
Pasir Gudang, Johor
11.2022 - 05.2025
- Productivity Optimization: Directed a workforce of 50+ operators across six production lines, implementing Lean Kanban systems that increased productivity by 18% and throughput by 20%.
- Cost Reduction: Achieved a 15% reduction in operational costs through waste minimization strategies and process streamlining.
- Maintenance Strategy: Spearheaded Root Cause Analysis (RCA) initiatives for preventive maintenance, successfully diminishing machine downtime by 20%.
- Quality Assurance: Collaborated with R&D and QA departments to refine inspection protocols, improving First-Pass Yield (FPY) from 85% to 95%.
- Safety Leadership: Co-led monthly safety audits and training, resulting in an 80% decrease in near-miss incidents.
Senior Production Supervisor
Pecko Sdn Bhd
Senai, Johor Bahru
04.2017 - 11.2022
- High-Volume Management: Orchestrated daily operations across three shifts, consistently delivering over 10,000 units/month against tight deadlines.
- Defect Reduction: Led the Corrective & Preventive Action (CAPA) task force, reducing line defects by 18% and warranty returns by 12%.
- Safety Compliance: Digitalized EHS audits, achieving a milestone of zero lost-time incidents for five consecutive years.
Production Supervisor
ATA Microtronic Technology Sdn Bhd
Tampoi, Johor Bahru
04.2012 - 04.2017
- Owned production planning and managed delivery to support fulfillment operations for 5000+ monthly orders, maintaining 98% on-time delivery (OTD) rate.
- Led Kaizen continuous improvement workshops focused on reducing cycle time to support cost savings, culminating in RM300,000 annual savings.
- Directed production floor preparation for ISO 9001 recertification audit to support compliance objectives and achieve audit pass with zero major non-conformities.
- Supervised daily production activities to ensure workflow quality and delivery targets were met.
- Coordinated line assignments, managed manpower planning, and oversaw shift handovers to maintain consistent output.
Cargo Operations Supervisor / Sales Support
dnata Singapore
Changi Airport, Singapore
01.2009 - 03.2012
- Ground Handling & Ramp Operations: Managed shift airside cargo operations and ground handling logistics at dnata Changi facilities, supervising ramp crews and cargo equipment.
- Aircraft Load Planning: Coordinated wide-body aircraft cargo load planning and weight & balance calculations in strict compliance with IATA/ICAO safety standards.
- Client & Cargo Sales Support: Handled Air Waybill (AWB) processing, Singapore Customs documentation, and client queries to maintain high On-Time Departure (OTD) rates.
- Airside EHS & Safety: Enforced strict CAAS and IATA airside safety guidelines, maintaining an excellent safety track record across team teams.
Cargo Operations Officer Supervisor
SATS LTD
Changi Airfreight Centre, Singapore
01.2005 - 01.2009
- SATS Terminal Management: Supervised shift cargo operations across SATS Cargo Terminals at Changi Airfreight Centre, overseeing high-volume import/export cargo processing.
- Pallet & ULD Build-Up: Directed cargo breakdown, palletizing, Unit Load Device (ULD) inspection, and secure loading onto freighter and passenger flights.
- SATS Coolport & Specialized Handling: Managed acceptance and temperature-monitored handling for high-value cargo, pharmaceuticals (SATS Coolport), and IATA Dangerous Goods (DGR).
- Quality & Compliance: Maintained full adherence to ISO standards, airline regulations, and SATS internal safety procedures, achieving zero lost-time incidents.
Education
High School Diploma - Arts Education
SMK Taman Puteri Wangsa
Ulu Tiram, Johor01.2004
Skills
Operations & Production Management: Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, VSM (Value Stream Mapping, Kanban), Six Sigma (Yellow Belt), OEE Improvement, Capacity Planning, Production Scheduling, RCA & CAPA
Aviation Cargo & Ground Handling: SATS Cargo Operations, dnata Ground Handling, Changi Airfreight Logistics, Aircraft Load Planning (Weight & Balance), Wide-Body Freighter Operations, IATA/ICAO Regulations, Dangerous Goods (DGR), SATS Coolport & Cold Chain
Supply Chain & Warehousing: JIT Inventory, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS/COSYS), Cross-Border Logistics, Freight Negotiation, Customs Clearance (K1/K2, Singapore Customs Permits)
Quality & EHS Compliance: ISO 9001 Audit Management, OSHA Standards, Total Quality Management (TQM), Zero-Lost-Time Safety Culture, Airside EHS Compliance
Technology & Enterprise Tools: SAP ECC, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), MRP, Oracle, Barcode/RFID Tracking, Advanced MS Excel
Production scheduling
Manufacturing operations
Health and safety compliance
Team management
Personal Information
- Title: Senior Operations & Production Leader
- Availability: Open for opportunities in Malaysia and Singapore
Certification
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (LSSYB) & Kaizen Practitioner, IATA / SATS Cargo & Dangerous Goods Handling (DGR) Awareness, dnata Ground Handling & Ramp Safety Certification, OSHA Standards Overview & Emergency Response (CERT), Occupational First Aid (Singapore First Aid Training Centre), Anugerah Khas Komandan Siri 2/2005 PLKN (National Service Training Dept. Malaysia)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Languages: English (Fluent), Malay (Native), Tamil (Native)
References
References: Available upon request
CERTIFICATIONS & AWARDS
Anugerah Khas Komandan Siri 2/2005 PLKN (National Service Training Dept. Malaysia)
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— Mark Twain
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Availability: Open for opportunities in Malaysia and Singapore
- References: Available upon request
Timeline
Senior Production Supervisor
Surfactor Asia Pacific Sdn Bhd
11.2022 - 05.2025
Senior Production Supervisor
Pecko Sdn Bhd
04.2017 - 11.2022
Production Supervisor
ATA Microtronic Technology Sdn Bhd
04.2012 - 04.2017
Cargo Operations Supervisor / Sales Support
dnata Singapore
01.2009 - 03.2012
Cargo Operations Officer Supervisor
SATS LTD
01.2005 - 01.2009
High School Diploma - Arts Education
SMK Taman Puteri Wangsa