Project Manager Engineer

DINESH VASANDANI

. Lexington, Kentucky *****

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abnp5q@r.postjobfree.com . 859-***-****

QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE

Highly-accomplished, goal-oriented Project Manager with 13 years of experience in leading lean

manufacturing transformation projects and manufacturing operations for a global automotive manufacturer.

Extensive experience in streamlining business processes to improve operational efficiency, reduce

operating costs and lead times.

Special expertise in the Toyota Production System to achieve improvements in Value Stream and

supply chain resulting in reduced costs, improved margins, and delivery of quality product on time.

Results oriented, decisive leader, with proven success in strategic thinking and problem solving

Experienced in all aspects of Kaizen and lean manufacturing tools including Material and

Information flow, JIT, Jidoka, 5S, Kanban, Standardized work, Muda elimination, PDCA, Toyota

Business Practices and Sig Sigma

Successful, accomplished manager of projects ranging from $100K to $1.5 million

Languages – speak, read and write Hindi; basic Japanese.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

TOYOTA MOTOR MANUFACTURING – Georgetown, Kentucky 12/1997 – Present

Smooth Motion Kaizen Assistant Manager 2/2006 – Present

Lead/coach SMK members and Production on major line improvement projects (Simplification, Model Line,

Model Change). Develop and use long term plans for Assembly’s future success and security. (Safety,

Quality, Productivity and Cost 3 Yr plans). Help set direction for Assembly with Processing, Logistic

layouts and Equipment design.

Key Achievements:

• Promoted to SMK’s Assistant Manger. (2/2006). Responsible for SMK and Project PE

groups.

• Successfully implemented full SPS on an Assembly line (1st in N.America for existing plant)

• Successfully converted Hoshin items into action plans for FY07. Currently in process of

creating 5 year plans for Safety, Quality, Productivity and cost to assist Assembly

management in creating FY08 Hoshin plans.

• Successfully completed Line 2 Simplification and improved Assembly PEFF through

temporary process reductions.

• Recognized for excellent communication and presentation skills. (TPS progress reviews,

NAPJM etc)

• Help set direction for number of processes for SIA. Created Process Diagnostics standard and

TPS training materials for SIA.

• Led 044L QAT (Quick Action Team) for smooth and quick ramp up of production. Assisted

Production assistant managers identifying bottleneck areas and made countermeasure plans.

• Led implementation of Final and Trim SPS in Assembly 2.

Smooth Motion Kaizen Specialist, 8/2003 – 2/2006

Teach Toyota Production System to Production and Assembly Engineering. Develop, Lead and Implement

major system Kaizen and Jishuken activities resulting in improved safety, quality, productivity and vehicle

cost. Research, design and implement innovative ideas to reduce manufacturing costs and shorten customer

lead times. Write bid specification for contract work. Supervise and direct contractors, SMK team members

to complete onsite electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic work.

Key Achievements:

• Selected as a member of the Smooth Motion Kaizen Group (8/2003). Lead and participated

various bottleneck countermeasure and value engineer activities.

• Successfully facilitated Jishuken, Kaizen Blitz and NAMC conferences resulting in improved

key performance indicators. Achieved “buy-in” from the floor employees and management

for kaizen plans.

• Develop, improve and maintain Process Diagnostic system involving a 32-item evaluation of

process resulting in identification of areas needing improvement. Supported IS team to

develop a database to track process diagnostics results and improvements.

• Designed, developed and implemented parts lighted pick system for over 1000 parts, resulting

in improved vehicle quality and reduced cycle time for kitting processes.

• Led design and implementation activity of first in-house built AGV’s at TMMK.

Successfully reduced the cost of AGV by 70%.

• Completed cycle-time studies and facilitated various process plans for Assembly department.

• Developed bid specifications for $1.5 million of contracted goods and services annually.

• Completed various conveyance/logistics kaizens resulting in process reductions and improved

traffic flow.

Assembly Engineer, 2/1998 – 7/2003

Provided line-side support for Assembly (Trim, Chassis and Final). Developed tool & jig designs and

modifications for new models. Monitored vehicle and parts quality problems, worked with Quality

Engineering to countermeasure supplier related part issues. Communicated and coordinated with vehicle

design to make changes to vehicle structure to improve safety, quality and ergonomics.

Key Achievements:

• Lead Assembly Engineer for 2002 Major model change for Camry. Conducted and

coordinated countermeasure for over 1200 vehicle design changes for 2002 Camry.

Completed various equipment investigations, created bid specifications for modifications to

equipment to accommodate new Camry. Assisted and set standards for process planning,

prototype evaluation and Equipment design.

• Led Jishuken in Assembly 2 Chassis, implemented new PSA equipment for H-frame

tightening resulting in 1 process reduction.

• Led the training and implementation of full process digital assembly for 2002 Camry.

• Member of a Task force to improve Engineer Training

• Improved Assembly’s system for primary and backup tools, reduced number of tools used

lines-side by 15%.

• Designed and installed numerous Pokayokes to improve vehicle quality.

EDUCATION BACKGROUND

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (1997) – Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio

American Society of Mechanical Engineers – Member

Society of Manufacturing Engineers – Member

Society of Automotive Engineers, Baja Racing Team – Participant

Master of Science in Manufacturing Systems Engineering (Est 2008) – University of KY, Lexington,

KY

Computer Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Project)

Software – Arena 9.0, Delmia DA, RSlogix, Activeplant

Additional Skills

I am a quick learner, reliable, enthusiastic and passionate about TPS. I am good at taking charge of situation,

eliminating barriers to progress and delivering positive results.

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