Rajkumar P

Immediate joiner within 15 days.

Process engineer with industrial experience in process and product development of mechanical components for heat exchangers and cooling modules. Previously worked on the development of automobile and industrial chains, offering engineering support for efficient manufacturing, processing, and assembly to meet customer requirements.

Senior Process Engineer – MED / From October 2023 to till now      @AKG India Private Limited, Coimbatore.              @Subsidiary of AKG Thermotechnik GmbH & Co. KG, Germany. @Manufactures high-performance heat exchangers and complete cooling modules for diverse applications, including construction equipment, compressed air systems, power generation, agricultural machinery, vehicle manufacturing, railroad transportation, aviation, household appliances, and specialized solutions. @  Process development of Aluminium Brazing & it’s child parts production @    Oversaw radiator core production as the process owner. @    Evaluated feasibility for new projects and prototype development. @    Enhanced process efficiency and productivity in radiator core production. @    Implemented SOPs and work instructions for both new and existing processes. @    Updated standard manufacturing times in SAP across all processes. @    Calculated process time and routing for new projects based on design BOM. @    Conducted regular audits for brazing processes and child parts production. @    Performed thermal validation using a six-probe thermal mapping device for existing and new projects. @    Created and routinely updated internal standards and documentation. @    Carried out routine calibration of brazing’s thermal mapping device & its thermocouples. @Projects Handled: @Enhanced brazing furnace efficiency by optimizing loading pattern in baskets with radiator cores. @Localized aluminium profiles and braze-clad sheets through product trials and validation efforts. @Resolved quality issues in multiple part numbers by refining brazing parameters. @Designed and built specialized material handling trolleys for new Caterpillar and Perkins projects. @Installed a filtration unit for leak testing water, minimizing waste and ensuring proper disposal. @Successfully routed processes in SAP and developed prototype coolers for customers, including Perkins, Bull Machines, Flender, and Caterpillar USA. @ @Senior Engineer - PED / June 2015 to September 2023 @L G Balakrishnan & Bros Ltd, Coimbatore. @Produces transmission chains, industrial chains, and fine products. @Serves as a Tier 1 and Tier 2 supplier for leading two-wheeler and four-wheeler OEMs, including Bajaj, Honda, TVS-BMW, Royal Enfield, Kawasaki, and Yamaha. @   Product & Process Development, Resource Management @    Led product development for automobile, escalator, and industrial chains, ensuring smooth submission to customers. @    Managed and maintained BOM for development parts, creating material masters for SAP. @    Calculated process and product costs, covering both internal and external processing. @    Assessed feasibility for NPI production, assembly, and testing. @    Conducted internal and external testing for product development activities. @    Verified product assembly for fitment, appearance, and ergonomics. @    Managed projects, establishing new processes, machines, and methods. @    Analysed process and machine capacity, balancing schedules, line flow, and TAKT time. @    Designed plant process layouts, optimizing machine sequencing and material handling. @    Enhanced productivity by reducing downtime, bottlenecks, and waste. @    Validated machines and processes through commissioning, Run@Rate, ROI, and implementation. @    Modified processes by identifying VA & NVA in manufacturing operations. @    Conducted studies on new and existing machines and processes to drive improvements. @    Implemented heat treatments and special surface coatings through internal and external processes. @    Standardized processes across multiple manufacturing facilities via horizontal deployment. @    Integrated Kaizen, Poka-Yoke, and SMED into manufacturing workflows. @    Developed tools and fixtures, overseeing concept design, development, and implementation. @    Sourced and developed vendors for specialized processes and capacity contingencies. @    Created tailored SPMs to support specialized manufacturing needs. @    Facilitated machine troubleshooting, servicing, and spare part coordination between suppliers and plant teams. @    Prepared detailed work procedures, including SOPs and training manuals. @    Handled change management through DCR & N for product and process transitions. @    Led audit preparations, participated in customer audits, and implemented CAPA solutions. @    Captured online process quality parameters through internal networks for better data insights.  @Projects Handled: @             Integrated material handling equipment for shot blasting, CMBF, and deburring machines. @Developed simple automation solutions and fixtures for centerless grinding machines. @Executed new plant projects across three locations, covering layouts and machine commissioning. @Led a cost-saving initiative by eliminating unnecessary steps in the chain pin manufacturing process. @Implemented a sensor-based pressure monitoring Poka-Yoke system for heat treatment furnaces. @Successfully developed escalator chains for a UK-based customer.

Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering / August 2012 to April 2015 @       Sri Ramakrishna Institute of Technology, Coimbatore.  @   Diploma, Metallurgy / July 2009 to May 2012 @       Sakthi Polytechnic College, Erode.