Ramkumar Arunachalam

About Ramkumar Arunachalam

I am an Assistant Manager in Manufacturing Engineering with 9+ years of experience, specializing in battery cell production with a strong focus on winding and slitting processes. My expertise spans installation and commissioning, machine validation, process validation, FAT/SAT, throughput analysis, and yield improvement, ensuring that every process I lead is both audit-ready and performance-driven. Beyond core manufacturing, I bring specialized knowledge in CCD camera calibration, alignment, and validation for precision inspection and defect detection—a critical capability for maintaining quality in high-volume production environments. I thrive on root cause analysis, process optimization, and continuous improvement, applying tools like SPC, FMEA, Ishikawa, and 5 Whys to translate complex technical challenges into sustainable solutions. My approach bridges engineering, QA, and operations, embedding corrective actions into daily practice and empowering teams with clear documentation and actionable guidance. Passionate about building sustainable, operator-friendly systems, I focus on contamination control, lean manufacturing, and vendor qualification to ensure long-term reliability. My goal is to drive high-yield, high-quality manufacturing outcomes while supporting innovation in the battery industry.

Experience

1. Assistant Manager

   Ola Electric

   Jul 2025 — Present · IN

   Assistant Manager – Manufacturing Engineering | Battery Cell Production | Process Optimization Results-driven manufacturing engineering professional with proven expertise in winding and slitting processes for advanced battery cell production. Skilled in machine validation, process validation, FAT (Factory Acceptance Test), SAT (Site Acceptance Test), and throughput analysis to drive high-yield, high-quality manufacturing outcomes. Key strengths include- Process Validation & Qualification – Ensuring robust SOPs, audit-ready workflows, and compliance with industry standards- Machine Validation & Vendor Qualification – Leading FAT/SAT, equipment commissioning, and vendor audits to secure reliable high-throughput machinery- CCD Camera Calibration & Vision Systems – Experienced in calibration, alignment, and validation of CCD cameras for precision inspection, defect detection, and process monitoring- Yield & Quality Improvement – Applying SPC, FMEA, 5 Whys, Ishikawa analysis to identify root causes, eliminate defects, and optimize production efficiency- Continuous Improvement & Lean Manufacturing – Driving Kaizen initiatives, Six Sigma practices, and contamination control protocols to sustain long-term process stability- Cross-Functional Collaboration – Bridging engineering, QA, and operations teams to embed corrective actions into daily practice

Education

• St. Joseph's College of Engineering and Technology

  Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Mechanical Engineering