Kumar R. Email & Phone Number

Toronto, On, Ca

Amsterdam, Nl

- Manage Program Funding of $100M for all of North America Launch Control needs including CapEx, G&A and Resource expenses-Support Launch Planning (volume & timing) for all of North American Launches (including Battery ElectricVehicle, REEV & Hybrid Platforms)-Create & update launch curves for new model vehicle launches in collaboration with AVP (Advance VehiclePlanning) and create production calendar proposals for all NA assembly plants and communicatechanges/requests to Volume Planning-Plan finances with Program Managers & the MPMO team to achieve the deliverables for each new model launch-Lead OIM (Option Introduction Matrix) creation and capture all changes at the price class, powertrain & marketlevel for each program, ensuring each launch follows a staggered introduction approach-Manage WPI (Workplace Integration) deliverables through the various phases of the launch process (EarlyProduct Management, Process Design, Industrialization & Production Ramp Up)

London, England, Gb

-Worked/Working on new launches & mid-cycle actions for FCA as part of NAFTA Industrialization 2.0 –KL(Jeep Cherokee), DT (RAM 1500), JL & JT (Jeep Wrangler & Gladiator), WS ( Jeep Grand Wagoneer)-Lead a cross functional team consisting of Industrial Engineers, Manufacturing Enginee rs, Build Team Leaders,2D & 3D Layout Specialists to achieve station deliverablesTrack KPIS’s for each phase of launch through a master plan and drive steering committees-Lead Change Management activities for engineering and manufacturing ensuring all changes are controlledthroughout the program lifecycle-Lead Design for Assembly activities for Trim and front load resolution prior to Tool Kick off resulting in: o 70% of product issues resolved prior to sourcing of parts, $1M saved in product communization (fasteners, parts& torque) & 10% E-HPV (Engineering Hours per Vehicle) reduced in comparison to Ford Expedition-Support initiative reduce cost of Quality/QAN (Quality Assurance Network) by identifying opportunities indesign & front loading of PFMEA process and focus on Error/Mistake proofing-Lead production ramp up activities and ensure a vertical launch curve is attained o Audit readiness of the system for launch through the PSR (Plant System Readiness) process o Validation of vehicle control plan for control effectiveness using the keep/start/stop technique o Provide executive report outs to the leadership on daily launch performance

London, England, Gb

-Lead a team of Manufacturing Engineers, Quality Engineers, Plant Team & Product Engineers for all PFMEAexercises during NAFTA Industrialization 1.0 with a total of 6M$ cost avoidance in potential warranties and costof quality:o Achieved an RPN Reduction of 55% avg. for new Body on Frame Launches (Ram 1500, Wrangler & Gladiator)o 30% avg. risk reduction for existing product (KL) moving the Cherokee to 1st quartile in JD powero 60% avg. risk reduction for Electrified Platforms focusing on building quality in design-Drive Throughput/Quality changes @ SHAP during DT (RAM 1500) launch focused on downtime/micro stopreduction through re-alignment in the quality strategy, thus increasing the downtime by 205 Minutes (8%):o Identified ALS conditions (Line Stops) throughout General Assembly causing Micro stops which equated to 1934minutes of downtime (non-cumulative) conditions across Trim, Chassis, Door and Engine lineso Devised a methodology - Keep/Start/Stop for removal of 36 ALS triggers by Stratification of conditions basedon Regulatory and Process Requirements (FMVSS, MQGR, PFMEA, Control Plans, O&R, Repair locations )-Lead standardization of Launch activities for NAFTA Industrialization 2.0o Successfully integrated Industrialization timing (WPI) with newly developed GVD timingo Standardized and maintained a charter for all stakeholders within WPI (Chrysler Launch Process) by settingKPI/Measured outputs thereby increasing their skill sets by 240% (12 depts. & 560 employees)-Drive Innovation projects within the launch team saving 0.5M$ in potential manpower & resources

London, England, Gb

•Participate in PPIW (Product Process Integration Wall) to review product design and help engineering design parts for Manufacturability/Assembly *Identify critical areas for Error Mistake Proofing by product earlier in phase prior to design freeze *support Early Product Improvement (EPI) & Manufacturing Process improvement (MPI)•Reviews with Manufacturing Engineering (Tooling & Process) for robustness of process and identify potential concerns with process & tooling prior to scroll freeze•Work on PFMEAs (Process Failure Mode Effect Analysis) for Manufacturing Process (Assembly, Paint & BIW) *Facilitate PFMEAs with ME, plant, engineering, quality and support as required *Track PFMEA progress parallel to program timing and monitor development through KPI’s & KAI’s•Post Launch evaluation of process on the floor against FTC (First Time Capability) to validate effectiveness of PFMEAs and work with the assembly plant to improve them

•Tier 1 OEM suppliers for Ford and G.M. (Steering Knuckles & Control Arms)•Support and Implement methods for In-Process Inspection and control (IPIC) along with SPC through use of tools like I-Charts and Pareto charts, thus planning to eliminate 100% Gauge inspection (GP12) which will reduce the cost per part and improve shipping capabilities•Reacting to Customer complaints by implementing Interim Containment action and permanent preventive action through use of 8D problem solving, Drill Deep Worksheets and Error-Proofing methods to ensure customer PRR complaint is resolved and does not re-occur•Raise quality issues and concerns during the MRB (Material Review Board) meetings and work with Production, MP&L and Advance Manufacturing department in finding Root-Cause for issues (Both Customer & Internal)•Working with Program management for QC release of parts for new Program Prototypes as part of APQP to comply with Pre-Production Requirement.•Prepare all necessary documentation for PPAP Run@Rate and support Quality Systems during Shop Floor Audits from customer•Performing Capability studies, Preparing Layout Inspection Results(LIR), Update PFMEA, Control Plans, PFD, prepare Checking Aids and all other necessary Documentation for a complete PPAP submission

•Worked with Lean tools like Fishbone Diagram and PDCA to identify the root cause of problems and find solutions for development of a new product called Two-Way Bobbin Holders•Supported implementation of 5S on the shop floor and carried activities to sustain implementation.•Used Microsoft Excel to document supplier Inventory Appraisal Forms and worked with the IT department to feed them into the industry database.•Trained and supervised a team of 30 labors on continuous improvement and quality measuring techniques

•Monitoring and coordination of PPAP submission activities via supplier portal•Worked with Supplier Representatives as Part of Quality Tracking to report complaints and support to issue SCAR (Supplier Corrective Action Request)•Was trained on supplier modules of ERP •Understanding of ISO/TS16949 standards and also helping SQ team in Supplier Process Audits

Master’S Degree, Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor’S Degree, Mechanical Engineering