Sathiswaran Kumarasamy

• Digital Transformation Lead: Spearheaded the "Connected Brewery" IOT platform implementation, transitioning from manual paper records to real-time digital data deployment.
• Process Improvement: Lead Daily Control System (DCS) Level 1 & 2 meetings for 4 production lines, collaborating with Engineering, Quality, and Planning managers to optimize 24-hour run cycles.
• Problem Solving & Coaching: Serve as RCFA Champion; developed a custom Excel-based monitoring system from scratch to track and close technical gaps in collaboration with Engineering.
• Strategic Digitalization: Directed the migration of physical Work Instructions to the Swipeguide mobile platform, increasing document accessibility for shop-floor operators.
• Talent Development: Designed and executed a core Packaging Competency Program, linking individual job grades and capabilities to formal performance reviews and appraisals.
• Analytics & Reporting: Transform raw downtime data into actionable statistical visualizations to drive departmental downtime deployment strategies.

• SMED Achievement: Reduced Sleek Can changeover time by 60% (from 5 hours to 2 hours) through focused SMED methodology.
• Downtime Reduction: Formed a Kaizen team to tackle Filler machine electrical faults, reducing unplanned downtime by 80% through standardized PM procedures.

Solar Module Manufacturing.

• Analyzed yield problems and performed FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) to identify root causes of rejects.
• Executed FAI (First Article Inspection) for control runs and monitored vacuum venting/lamination reports to prevent defects.
• Provided technical guidance to line operators to ensure optimum output and adherence to CEA standards.

Top Level Assembly of Handheld device.

• Supported New Product Introduction (NPI) and updated technical work instructions for engineering teams.
• Managed line balancing, jig maintenance, and equipment calibration to ensure zero downtime.
• Maintained strict adherence to GMP, GDP, and GEP (Good Manufacturing/Documentation/Engineering Practices).