Senthilkumar Jayabal

About Senthilkumar Jayabal

I am a Manufacturing & Operations Leader with 20 years of progressive experience…

Experience

1. Project Manager

   DRÄXLMAIER Group

   Jul 2024 — Present · Chennai, IN

   Poject Manager – New Carline Launch | Plant Operations | Infrastructure & IndustrializationSkilled in leading carline launches and driving operational excellence across plant infrastructure, change management, and industrialization of interior products.Highlights: • Relocated compressors and completed shed fabrication and basement civil works with integrated pneumatic piping • Installed 30kVA UPS-backed power system and streamlined electrical circuits for improved reliability • Finalized rental sourcing for 62.5kVA diesel generator • Improved facility cleanliness and changed lighting systems • Reorganized lunch area to meet DMI standards • Activated unused cleaning equipment and forklifts for operational use • Provided ergonomic furniture and lockers for staff based on needs • Supported successful achievement of TISAX certification for information security compliance • Executed value engineering initiative to reduce forklift rental costs, saving ₹0.24 million annuallyOperational Improvements: • Upgraded workstations for better ergonomics and process flow • Implemented bird control netting with cost and timeline analysis • Replaced forklift tires non-marking types for safety compliance • Optimization of material storage and Material handling equipment\'s• Coordinated dock leveler replacement with civil supportProduction & Future Projects: • Ensured stable operations for G45 and F74 lines • Supported industrialization of upcoming carline projects • Focused on continuous improvement and proactive problem-solving

Education

• Anna University Chennai

  Bachelor’s Degree from VRS engineering college and technology Villupuram, Mechanical Engineering

  2002 — 2006

• Alagappa University, Alagappa Nagar, Karaikudi

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Project Management

  2009 — 2011

Skills

• Employee Training
• Lean Manufacturing
• Product Lifecycle Management
• Process Optimization
• Product Design
• Six Sigma
• Lean Six Sigma
• Dfss Green Belt
• Fmea
• Engineering Management
• Manufacturing
• Project Engineering
• Design of Jigs & Fixtures
• Dmaic
• Autocad
• Mv Swichgear
• Design Accessories for Mccbs, Switches and Power Contactors.
• Testing
• Process Validation
• Ptc Creo
• Value Stream Mapping
• Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (Fmea)
• Reverse Engineering
• Project Management
• Product Type Testing as Per Iec Standard in Cpri, Erda & Ul
• Vave
• Sap Erp
• New Product Validation
• Dfma
• Low Voltage Switchgear
• 3d Prototyping
• People Management
• Resistance Welding
• 8d Problem Solving
• Product Development
• Engineering